QA Analyst

Civix•Baton Rouge, LA

About The Position

The QA Analyst independently owns quality validation for assigned modules or features by designing, executing, and maintaining comprehensive test coverage. This role ensures system functionality, identifies risks proactively, and supports release readiness while aligning with Civix QA governance, standards, and best practices. The QA Analyst is expected to adapt to evolving project needs, maintain high-quality documentation, and contribute to consistent QA processes across engagements.

Requirements

Experience with manual testing methodologies and QA best practices
Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, and Agile methodologies
Experience with test management and defect tracking tools
Ability to analyze requirements and design effective test coverage
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills

Responsibilities

Design, maintain, and execute functional, integration, regression, and end-to-end test cases
Validate defect fixes independently and close tickets after thorough verification
Participate in sprint planning, defect triage, and Agile ceremonies
Identify testing gaps, edge cases, and potential quality risks early in the cycle
Support UAT activities and reproduce production issues for validation and RCA
Collaborate with Developers, Product Owners, and QA Leads to clarify requirements and expected outcomes
Maintain traceability between requirements, test cases, and defects
Adapt to changing project needs, priorities, and timelines while maintaining quality standards
Maintain clear, structured, and up-to-date QA documentation (test cases, results, validation checklists)
Align with Civix QA governance, standards, and testing best practices across projects
Ensure consistency in testing approach, documentation, and defect reporting
Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes, templates, and checklists
Provide timely updates on testing progress, risks, and blockers to stakeholders