Role: Sr. Software Tester / QA Analyst
Client: Virginia Information Technology Agency (VITA) – Virginia Tax
Location: Richmond, VA (Hybrid – Onsite 2–3 days/week) – Locals only
Duration: 1 Year
Parking: Not available for contractors
Virginia Tax is seeking a Senior Test Analyst with strong manual and automated testing experience using industry-standard tools, frameworks, and methodologies. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who can collaborate effectively with both functional and technical teams, support UAT coordination, and contribute to improving testing processes within Agile environments.
Responsibilities & Expectations:
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Perform manual and automated testing aligned with ITQM standards.
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Implement and execute test strategies, test plans, methodologies, and frameworks in Agile projects.
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Work closely with BA and IT teams to gather requirements, identify gaps, and provide LOE estimates.
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Coordinate UAT users, prepare UAT test scripts, and support execution.
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Conduct dry runs, smoke tests, and execute automation scripts.
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Write and maintain test cases in Gherkin syntax.
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Perform root cause analysis, recreate defects with developers, and update defect statuses.
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Review test metrics for process optimization.
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Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
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8+ years of QA/testing experience.
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ISEB / ISTQB certification (practitioner level or equivalent).
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Strong experience with test management & version control tools (Azure DevOps, TFS, Git).
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Advanced SQL skills including writing complex SQL queries for test data creation.
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Proficiency in Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, XML.
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Knowledge of one or more programming languages (Ruby, Java, Python).
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Experience working in both Windows and Linux environments.
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Deep understanding of risk-based testing.
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Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
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