Qa automation engineer Jobs in Denton, TX

Job Summary

The Associate Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst role writes test plans, performs test execution, and tracks defects using the defined QA tools, processes, and methodology. The Associate QA Analyst applies analytical and problem-solving skills to help validate processes through careful testing in order to maximize product quality and value delivery.

Essential Functions

Adhere to established Patterson QA standards for Quality Assurance Process and Methodology

Collaborate with team members, including Software Engineers and Product Owners, regarding feature design

Analyze design documents to create test plans

Create quality test plan documentation that can be reviewed and utilized by other QA

Execute test scenarios using existing documentation

Create and execute test plans and scripts that will determine optimal application performance according to specifications, in partnership with team members

Perform issue tracking, reporting and resolution of issues found during testing

Provide regular status as directed throughout the release cycle to the appropriate leadership and development team members

Provide support for escalated incident tickets to resolve application and software issues

For regulated products, follows regulatory requirements for software development / testing and provide needed documentation

Comply with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned

Additional Responsibilities

Participate in regulatory and compliance activities.

Minimum Requirements

Associate's Degree with emphasis on Computer Science, IT or related QA field or equivalent education and / or experience

Experience with desktop, web, cloud or mobile applications

Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

Preferred Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and / or experience

Experience in quality assurance and testing applications

Experience with application lifecycle management tools such as Azure DevOps

Experience working with "Practice Information Management Systems" (PIMS) in the Animal Health industry. (Example : Intravet, NaVetor, AVImark, Pulse, Cornerstone, etc.)

Skills and Abilities

Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products

Highly self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail and ability to prioritize

Knowledge of SQL scripting practices

Physical and Cognitive Demands

Communicate / Hearing Frequently

Communicate / Talking Frequently

Learn New Tasks or Concepts Frequently

Make Timely Decisions in the Context of a Workflow Frequently

Complete Tasks Independently Constantly

Maintain Focus Constantly

Remember Processes & Procedures Constantly

Stationary Position (Seated) Constantly

Vision Constantly

Hand / Eye Coordination Occasionally

Bend Rarely

Complete Tasks in a Noisy Environment Rarely

Feeling / Grasping / Handling Rarely

Move / Traverse Rarely

Repetitive Motions Rarely

Environmental Conditions

Office : This position primarily operates in a professional office environment in which team members occupy desks in assigned areas or at meeting / collaboration spaces within the building. The building's primary work areas consist of desks, chairs, computers, and other office equipment and devices for professional services.

Travel Requirements

Travel to customer, vendor and corporate sites is periodically required (less than 10%)