Quality Analyst Engineer Apprentice

Liberty University

8d•$13 - $19•Remote

About The Position

The Quality Analyst Engineer Apprentice is an entry-level role that supports Quality Analyst Engineers with manual testing, defect reporting, and test documentation while developing the skills to manage basic testing responsibilities independently. The apprentice provides technical support to an assigned business unit by learning and documenting business processes, reporting and analyzing data, contributing to projects, and helping improve business processes using available tools. The role completes assigned work with supervision, learns to manage small workloads and prioritize daily tasks, and escalates issues proactively. The apprentice performs testing under guidance, communicates findings clearly, keeps test cases and defect reports organized, and follows documentation standards. They collaborate with team members, participate in meetings and training, seek clarification and feedback, and develop basic problem-solving and risk-recognition skills. The position is remote and full-time.

Requirements

Working toward a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
Basic understanding of software testing principles.
Willingness to learn automation fundamentals.
Good attention to detail and a problem-solving mindset.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing English for professional correspondence and collaboration.
Strong interpersonal and public communication skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, including the ability to assess situations, evaluate information, and solve routine and complex problems using sound judgment.
Ability to perform desk-based work, including computer use and data entry.
Ability to communicate effectively in meetings and collaborative settings, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Assist Quality Analyst Engineer I and Quality Analyst Engineer II with testing.
Perform manual testing accurately under guidance.
Report defects clearly and follow test documentation standards.
Complete assigned tasks on time with supervision.
Learn to manage small workloads, prioritize daily work, and escalate issues proactively.
Keep test cases and defect reports organized under supervision.
Communicate test results and issues clearly to appropriate team members.
Identify potential issues early and communicate them proactively.
Collaborate with Quality Analyst Engineers and team members to learn best practices.
Support team tasks and actively participate in meetings and trainings.
Seek clarification when uncertain about tasks or findings, and apply feedback.
Use basic problem-solving for assigned testing tasks and develop the ability to recognize testing priorities and risks.
Explore simple automation tools and demonstrate initiative to learn and improve.
Meet testing deadlines and deliver high-quality test results with minimal disruption to the development cycle.