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Software QA Analyst

Ace IT Careers Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

remotefull-time
Posted Aug 7, 2026
  • Role & seniority

    • Software QA Analyst / Software Tester (entry-to-intermediate; pathways for career changers and non-traditional candidates)
  • Stack/tools

    • Manual QA, Automation QA

    • Agile, Jira

    • Selenium, Playwright/Cypress

    • Java, API testing

    • SQL (API & database validation)

    • Jenkins, Git/GitHub

    • AI-enabled QA practices (mentioned in training)

  • Top 3 responsibilities

    • Create and execute test scenarios/cases; perform web application testing

    • Identify, document, and report defects to development teams

    • Run regression testing and validate APIs and databases

  • Must-have skills

    • Attention to detail and analytical thinking

    • Ability to understand business requirements and spot potential issues

    • Verbal and written communication for defect reporting/collaboration

    • Willingness to learn: Manual, automation, API testing, SQL, QA tools

  • Nice-to-haves

    • Prior QA exposure (not required for all roles)

    • Familiarity with Agile workflows, Jira, test automation frameworks

    • Participation in technical evaluations/mock interviews (readiness process)

  • Location & work type

    • Work From Home (remote)

Full Description

Interested in Technology but Don’t Have Traditional IT Experience? A career in Software Quality Assurance can combine analytical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and technology without requiring every applicant to begin as a software developer. Ace IT Careers is currently reviewing candidates for Software QA Analyst and Software Tester opportunities available through our recruiting and employer network.

We welcome applications from

  • Recent graduates
  • Career changers
  • Professionals returning to work
  • Candidates with basic IT experience
  • Manual testers looking to move into automation
  • Candidates with QA education but limited professional exposure
  • What QA Professionals Do
  • QA professionals help organizations ensure that websites, applications, APIs, and business systems work correctly before they reach customers.

Typical responsibilities can include

  • Understanding business requirements
  • Creating test scenarios and test cases
  • Testing web applications
  • Identifying software defects
  • Reporting issues to development teams
  • Regression testing
  • API and database validation
  • Automation testing
  • Supporting Agile development teams
  • Two Candidate Pathways
  • Already Job-Ready?
  • Qualified applicants may proceed directly to technical evaluation, recruiter review, and consideration for suitable employer opportunities.
  • Need Technical Preparation?
  • Candidates who need additional QA knowledge or practical experience may choose to participate in our paid QA Training & Placement Support Program.

The program can include approximately 7–8 weeks of instructor-led preparation covering

  • Manual QA • Agile • Jira • Selenium • Java • API Testing • SQL • Jenkins • Git/GitHub • Playwright/Cypress • AI-enabled QA practices
  • Career support may also include technical evaluations, mock interviews, resume preparation, profile positioning, employer submissions, and interview assistance.
  • Training enrollment is separate from employment consideration.
  • Take the First Step
  • You do not need to decide which pathway is right for you before applying.
  • Apply with your resume. Our recruitment team will review your background, experience, and career goals and explain the appropriate next steps.
  • Interest in building or transitioning into a career in Software Quality Assurance.
  • Previous professional QA experience is not required for all opportunities.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education preferred, depending on employer requirements.
  • Basic computer and technology proficiency.
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
  • Ability to understand business requirements and identify potential issues.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Willingness to learn Manual Testing, Automation, API Testing, SQL, and modern QA tools.
  • Ability to attend technical evaluations and mock interviews as part of the readiness process.
  • Applicants who are not yet technically job-ready may have the option to join a structured paid QA Training & Placement Support Program.
  • Training participation is separate from employment consideration, and already-qualified applicants may proceed directly through the recruitment process.
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Work From Home
  • Stock Option Plan
Software Quality AssuranceManual TestingAutomation TestingAgileJiraSeleniumJavaAPI TestingSQLJenkinsGitGitHubPlaywrightCypressAnalytical ThinkingProblem-solvingmulti-location

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