Intermediate Quality Assurance Analyst

Journal Technologies•Los Angeles, CA

25d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Intermediate Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist to join our hybrid team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of our products, maintaining high standards and delivering exceptional outcomes that meet both customer and business requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, with demonstrated ownership of testing strategy and delivery
Strong expertise in QA methodologies, tools, and best practices across the SDLC
Hands-on experience with both manual and automated testing frameworks
Strong working knowledge of SQL and scripting languages
Experience with automation tools such as Selenium or similar frameworks
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail with a proactive, ownership-driven mindset
Experience contributing to or leading Knowledge Management and QA process improvements

Nice To Haves

Experience working within Agile teams or formal training in Scrum or Agile methodologies is considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

Attend the office twice per month (middle and end of each month); dates and times will be communicated in advance
Lead the design, development, and maintenance of comprehensive test strategies, plans, and test cases
Execute and oversee manual and automated testing to ensure software quality, performance, and reliability
Drive regression testing efforts to validate system stability across releases
Identify, document, prioritize, and track defects through to resolution, ensuring high-quality outcomes
Partner closely with development teams to troubleshoot issues, validate fixes, and ensure seamless integration
Participate in design and requirements reviews, providing expert QA input to improve product quality early in the lifecycle
Provide actionable feedback on usability, functionality, and overall system performance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent, high-quality product delivery
Monitor and report on QA metrics, test progress, and defect trends to stakeholders
Champion QA best practices, standards, and continuous improvement initiatives
Mentor and support junior QA team members as needed
Stay current with emerging QA tools, technologies, and industry best practices

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Quality medical, dental and vision coverage
Competitive paid time off as well as paid holiday time
401(k) retirement (US) and GRRSP (CDN) programs
Annual professional development funds - $1,500 USD annual per employee
Book subscriptions with an extensive library in each office for personal and professional growth
Flexible working hours which you can coordinate with your supervisor
Ability for employees to work from a remote location (e.g., home) or office
Personal meetings with direct managers approximately every four to six weeks to discuss career growth and advancement opportunities as well as other issues important to the employees
Travel opportunities between Journal Technology offices and with clients
We provide technology that matters in the world, and we're a stable employer comprised of quality people, with a commitment to investing in our people.