Quality Assurance Analyst

Our government client is looking for a Quality Assurance Analyst on a hybrid 6+ months renewable contract role in Richmond, VA.Position – Quality Assurance AnalystJob OverviewEnsure product quality by creating comprehensive test coverage and automated test scripts that support integration and faster releases. This role strengthens defect prevention, improves reliability, and reduces manual testing across the Agile processes.Purpose of the RoleThe QA resource will ensure product quality by creating comprehensive test coverage and implementing automated test scripts that support continuous integration and faster release cycles. This role strengthens defect prevention, improves reliability, and reduces manual testing effort across the Agile processes.Key ResponsibilitiesTest Case Design and Documentation — Develop detailed, traceable, and reusable test cases based on business requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, and system workflows.Test Planning and Execution — Participate in test planning, identify test scenarios, execute manual tests when needed, and document results.Automation Framework Development — Build, maintain, and enhance automation frameworks using approved tools and technologies (e.g., Preferably Playwright).Automated Test Script Creation — Write, optimize, and maintain automated test scripts for regression, smoke, and functional testing.Defect Identification and Reporting — Log defects with clear reproduction steps, severity, and impact; collaborate with developers to validate fixes.Continuous Integration Support — Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab CI).Quality Metrics and Reporting — Provide regular reporting on test coverage, defect trends, and automation progress.Collaboration — Work closely with agile team, business analysts, developers, product owners, and project managers to ensure alignment on requirements and quality expectations. Required Skills and QualificationsStrong experience writing manual test cases and converting them into structured test suites.Hands-on experience with test automation tools is required (preferably playwright).Proficiency in programming/scripting languages used for automation (Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, etc.).Experience with API testing using tools like Postman, RestAssured, or similar.Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control (Git).Understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and QA best practices.Ability to analyze requirements and identify gaps or ambiguities.Strong documentation, communication, and problem?solving skills.Preferred QualificationsExperience with performance testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner).Knowledge of BDD frameworks (Cucumber, SpecFlow).Exposure to Oracle and APEX based system test and financial system is plus.ISTQB or similar QA certification.Expected DeliverablesAutomated regression suite with measurable coverage.Complete set of manual test cases mapped to requirements.Test execution reports and defect logs.Documentation for automation framework and test scripts.Ongoing maintenance of test cases and automation assets.Required/Desired Experience:7 years of Strong experience writing manual test cases and converting them into structured test suites Required5 years of Hands-on experience with test automation tools is required (preferably playwright) Required4 years of Proficiency in programming/scripting languages used for automation (Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, etc.) Required3 years of Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control (Git) Required3 years of Experience with API testing using tools like Postman, RestAssured, or similar Desired3 years of Experience with performance testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner) Desired2 years of Knowledge of BDD frameworks (Cucumber, SpecFlow) Desired2 years of Exposure to Oracle and APEX based system test and financial system Nice to haveAbout Vector: Vector Consulting, Inc., (Headquartered in Atlanta) is an IT Talent Acquisition Solutions firm committed to delivering results. Since our founding in 1990, we have been partnering with our customers, understanding their business, and developing solutions with a commitment to quality, reliability and value. Our continuing growth has been and continues to be built around successful relationships that are based on our organization's operating philosophy and commitment to ** People, Partnerships, Purpose and Performance - THE VECTOR WAY www.vectorconsulting.com “Celebrating 30 years of service.”