Associate QA Analyst
First Advantage23 hours ago
Remote, United StatesEntry Level
Base Salary
$55k - $75k/yr
Responsibilities
- Execute manual test cases and test plans for web-based applications.
- Validate functionality, usability, and performance requirements.
- Identify, document, track, and retest software defects through resolution.
- Collaborate with developers and business stakeholders to clarify requirements and expected outcomes.
- Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and Agile ceremonies.
- Support regression, integration, and user acceptance testing.
- Create and maintain testing documentation and test cases.
- Help improve testing processes, standards, and quality metrics.
- Learn and participate in test automation efforts as applicable.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 0–2 years of software QA, testing, or related experience.
- Fundamental understanding of the software development lifecycle.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Preferred: exposure to Agile development methodologies.
- Preferred: experience with Azure DevOps Test Plans, JIRA, or related application testing platforms.
- Preferred: basic understanding of SQL and database validation.
- Preferred: familiarity with web application testing.
- Preferred: knowledge of Playwright, Selenium, or Cypress.
- Preferred: understanding of API testing using Postman or similar tools.
About First Advantage
First Advantage builds software and data services for employment background screening, identity verification, and compliance used by employers and housing providers. Its products span criminal checks, Form I-9 and E-Verify workflows, fingerprinting, social media checks, and post-hire monitoring, exposed via web platforms and APIs. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, it is a public company listed on Nasdaq (FA) with global operations across more than 200 countries and territories.