Analyst, QA/Test

Varsity Brands•Edwardsville, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Varsity Spirit, A Varsity Achievement Brand, is looking to hire a QA Test Analyst. An Analyst QA/Test on our Yearbook Technology support team plays a critical role as an energetic and team-oriented leader with demonstrated success implementing technology solutions in the QA and testing space. This role proactively influences quality from ideation through release/grooming user stories, shaping test strategies, and ensuring requirements are testable, clear, and risk aware. The job holder’s ability to translate product and technical documentation into comprehensive test plans and test cases will directly reduce defects, improve system stability, and drive confident production releases. Operationally, the Analyst QA/Test elevates the QA function through disciplined execution and data-driven decision-making. They lead and coordinate testing efforts across multiple initiatives, manage regression cycles, tracks and reports QA metrics, and partners closely with product, design, and engineering leaders to continuously raise the quality bar. Success requires strong judgment, adaptability, and sense of urgency to ensure issues are identified early, communicated clearly, and resolved efficiently keeping teams aligned, stakeholders informed, and delivery timelines intact. This role operates within a highly creative, “infinite-solutions” environment that supports the end-to-end Yearbook manufacturing lifecycle, from digital creation and customization to production readiness. It balances structure with creativity, ensuring quality standards are upheld while enabling flexible workflows that support unique, school-driven designs, seasonal timelines, and manufacturing constraints. The work directly impacts the accuracy, reliability, and readiness of content as it moves from technology platforms into physical production.

Requirements

Strong ability to quickly adapt to a new solution or path
Must have the ability to work creatively, independently and within a team environment.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
Action-oriented and works with a sense of urgency
Must have strong leadership skills with the ability to lead project team members, demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Must be a team player with strong attention to detail
Proven track record of delivering timely and accurate information in a fast-paced environment
Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical skills, and sound judgment
Proven ability to: Design and execute test plans, test cases, and test strategies
Perform manual, regression, functional, and integration testing
Review and validate requirements, user stories, and technical designs
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Significant experience with Agile methodologies, preferably Scrum
Experience with industry-standard testing and defect tracking tools, preferably Jira
5–8+ years of progressive experience in Software Quality Assurance or Software Testing.
Hands-on experience working within Agile/Scrum environments
Prolonged Computer Use: Requires the ability to operate a computer, keyboard, and mouse for extended periods of time, typically 6–8 hours per day.
Visual Requirements: Must be able to view a computer monitor for long periods and have adequate visual acuity—corrective lenses permitted—to read, analyze, and work with digital information.
Workstation Posture: Must be able to remain seated or stationary at a desk for prolonged periods, with the ability to alternate between sitting and standing as needed.
Minimal Physical Activity: Occasional movement within the home office environment is required. The role may involve light lifting of up to 10–20 pounds (such as computer equipment or peripherals).
Communication Abilities: Must be able to participate in virtual meetings and communicate clearly through written and verbal channels.
Cognitive/Functional Requirements: Must be able to concentrate, problem‑solve, and manage multiple concurrent tasks in a computer‑based environment.
Home Office Environment: Requires access to a quiet, ergonomically suitable home workspace with reliable high‑speed internet and minimal distractions during working hours.

Nice To Haves

QA or Agile certifications preferred. (ISTQB, CSTE, CSQA, Scrum certifications)

Responsibilities

Works collaboratively with an Agile product delivery team to groom user stories, write testing specifications, execute tests, and identify and document software bugs
Reviews requirements, specifications, and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback to product managers and technical leads
Creates detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases
Develops and apply testing processes for new and existing products to meet client needs
Implements testing procedures and oversee the QA process
Conducts analysis checks on product specifications
Reviews testing reports
Ensures the successful deployment of products into the production environment
Performs thorough regression testing during regular release cycles
Tracks quality assurance metrics, like defect densities and open defect counts
Meets with the software/product designers to determine quality assurance parameters
Estimates, prioritizes, plans, and coordinates testing activities
Responds to requests from the design team and management