QA Specialist, Contractor

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive QA Specialist, Contractor to ensure the delivery of high-quality products through meticulous testing and quality assurance processes. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity and performance of deliverables, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

• Develop, execute, and maintain test plans, cases, and scripts based on project requirements and specifications.
• Perform manual and automated testing across applications to identify bugs, glitches, and usability issues.
• Collaborate closely with development teams to communicate findings, validate fixes, and enhance overall product quality.
• Document testing procedures, results, and defect logs thoroughly to support transparency and project tracking.
• Participate in review sessions to provide feedback on design and functionality, driving improvements early in the development cycle.
• Assist in creating and refining quality assurance processes and standards to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Contribute to user acceptance testing (UAT) and validation efforts to ensure client satisfaction and product readiness.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to testing tools, techniques, and best practices.

• Proven experience in quality assurance testing for software applications or related products.
• Strong knowledge of manual testing processes with some experience in automation testing tools (e.g., Selenium, JIRA, Test Rail).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with an eye for detail.
• Ability to effectively document issues and communicate complex information clearly.
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB) are a plus.

Work Location:

Hybrid - Waltham, Massachusetts