Full Description

The Testing Specialist is responsible for providing comprehensive software quality assurance services, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT), manual testing, integration testing, and validation of complex, public-facing enterprise systems. The role focuses on ensuring functional accuracy, system reliability, and high-quality software delivery through structured testing methodologies. Key Responsibilities Perform software validation activities including UAT, manual testing, integration testing, regression testing, and interface testing Develop detailed test cases and test scenarios mapped to business and functional requirements Translate written and verbal requirements into effective test plans and scenario-based test executions Prepare and maintain test documentation, test data, and execution results Execute test cases and accurately document outcomes Identify, log, track, and validate defects using defect management tools Collaborate with developers and cross-functional teams to resolve defects and validate fixes Create and manage test plans, schedules, and testing timelines Conduct API testing using tools such as ReadyAPI or equivalent Perform performance testing activities including baseline analysis, profiling, and monitoring Utilize performance testing tools such as JMeter, Gatling, BlazeMeter, or similar tools Participate in peer reviews of test cases, test plans, and test execution results Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities with business and technical stakeholders Work flexible schedules as required, including off-hours, weekends, or holidays

Requirements Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related field Minimum 4 years of experience performing User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for complex, public-facing systems Minimum 2 years of experience testing web-based applications Experience using defect tracking and management tools such as JIRA Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Strong analytical, problem-solving, and testing skills with close attention to detail Proven ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across multiple functional teams Preferred Qualifications 4+ years of experience testing Java-based or web applications Experience testing applications across multiple browsers, web services, backend processing, and data validation layers Experience with mobile testing, system testing, data migration testing, data integrity testing, and data transformation testing Experience performing backend database testing using SQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or similar enterprise databases Strong experience writing complex SQL queries for validation and testing purposes Experience testing large-scale healthcare, insurance, or eligibility-based systems Familiarity with Agile and iterative SDLC methodologies and industry-standard QA best practices