Quality Assurance Engineer

Ability and willingness to work Eastern Time Zone work hours.
Solid knowledge of SQL
3+ years’ experience in quality assurance, engineering support, or technical support environment or equivalent experience
The ability to execute existing queries as well as write search queries of varying complexity
Solid knowledge to interpret results, identify trends and communicate appropriately
Sound knowledge/experience of Web Application testing
Understanding of software QA processes and methodologies/tools (Quality Center preferred)
Ability to perform tests against Web applications, both front-end UI as well as back-end databases, application servers, and services
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills along with solid experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
BS in Computer Science/Engineering, MIS or related engineering/science fields – or equivalent work experience.

Analyze functional business requirements for completeness and test case preparation
Create/write test scripts for manual execution based on Business Requirements
Execute test scripts and identify variations from expected results
Participate in a rotating schedule providing production support to internal and external business clients, which occasionally requires support outside of normal business hours
Interface and coordinate research/resolution of issues with the Customer Support, Development, and Product Management teams.
Keep management informed of testing project status, raise issues/risks as necessary
Create/track/retest software defects in designated defect tracking tool
Work closely with development and product management staff to discuss defects and resolutions
Participate in and provide input during QA process improvement initiatives

No preferred qualifications provided.