Quality Assurance Analyst (QA Testing | SQL Server | Test Automation | UAT)

OverviewWe are seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst to support enterprise technology initiatives by ensuring the delivery of high-quality software applications and solutions. This role will be responsible for test planning, test execution, defect management, database validation, quality audits, and collaboration with business and technical stakeholders throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).The ideal candidate will have experience in application testing, database testing, quality assurance methodologies, and business process validation within complex enterprise environments.ResponsibilitiesReview business, functional, and technical requirements to develop comprehensive testing strategies.Analyze project requirements and objectives to ensure complete test coverage.Develop, execute, and maintain test plans, test cases, test scripts, and testing documentation.Perform functional, integration, regression, system, and user acceptance testing.Validate software functionality against business and technical requirements.Conduct database testing in Microsoft SQL Server environments.Design and manipulate test data to support testing activities.Validate stored procedures, triggers, jobs, replication processes, and database functionality.Identify, document, track, and verify software defects through resolution.Define and monitor QA metrics including defect counts, test execution status, defect trends, and quality indicators.Facilitate test plan reviews and collaborate with developers, analysts, and stakeholders.Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) by demonstrating validated functionality and assisting end users.Participate in quality audits to ensure compliance with established standards, procedures, and methodologies.Analyze testing results and recommend process improvements.Deliver quality-related training and provide guidance on QA best practices.Research emerging testing technologies, tools, and methodologies.Required QualificationsBachelor''s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, or related field (equivalent experience considered).Minimum 3 years of Quality Assurance, software testing, systems development, or related technical experience.Experience developing and executing formal test plans and test cases.Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and SDLC processes.Experience performing database testing in Microsoft SQL Server environments.Experience creating, manipulating, and validating test data.Experience testing:Stored ProceduresTriggersSQL JobsReplication ProcessesReports and Data ValidationAbility to interpret technical requirements and convert them into effective testing strategies.Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.Excellent documentation and communication skills.Preferred QualificationsExperience with automated testing tools and frameworks.Experience with User Acceptance Testing (UAT).Experience working in Agile or Scrum environments.Experience supporting enterprise-level applications and business processes.Familiarity with performance, regression, integration, and system testing methodologies.Experience with quality metrics reporting and defect tracking tools.Desired SkillsManual TestingTest AutomationDatabase TestingSQL ServerDefect ManagementTest PlanningTest Case DevelopmentFunctional TestingRegression TestingSystem Integration TestingUAT SupportQuality AuditsSDLCAgile MethodologiesBusiness Process ValidationKey CompetenciesAttention to DetailAnalytical ThinkingProcess ImprovementStakeholder CollaborationTechnical DocumentationQuality Assurance Best PracticesCommunication and Facilitation SkillsContinuous Improvement MindsetDIRECT CANDIDATES ONLY.