Quality Analyst 1099

Nava PBC

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Quality Analyst is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, accessibility, and usability of digital products that support a state program. You will be responsible for executing thorough manual testing of web applications to ensure they meet functional requirements and real-world user needs. You will support complex testing efforts, collaborate across multiple project scrum teams, and may lead small- to mid-scale QA efforts with some guidance from senior staff.

Requirements

1+ years of experience conducting manual testing of software products
Understanding of QA methodologies including manual, automated, integration, and performance testing
Strong analytical skills in problem solving, test planning, and risk evaluation
Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal
Ability to work independently, multitask, and adjust to changing project needs
Strong documentation and test planning abilities
High level of attention to detail
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Ability to meet any other requirements for government contracts for which candidates are hired
Work authorization that doesn’t require visa sponsorship, now or in the future
May be subject to a government background check or security clearance, depending on the contract
This role requires you to work from the contiguous United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience testing mobile-friendly interfaces
Experience with public sector systems and federal/state benefit programs
Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., LoadRunner) or open-source equivalents
Leadership and mentoring experience in QA teams
Understanding of system architecture, integration points, and business process modeling
Understanding of Agile development processes

Responsibilities

Lead or support planning, analysis, and execution of QA activities across the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
Ensure that teams' work has clear acceptance criteria, developed/agreed on between members of the scrum teams.
Write, execute, and maintain manual test cases based on user stories, functional specs, and acceptance criteria.
Execute or interpret regression, performance, and validation testing; track and report defects.
Validate integrations with backend systems (e.g., eligibility engines, document uploads).
Perform accessibility testing and ensure compliance with relevant policies.
Collaborate with product managers, project managers, designers, developers, and test automation engineers to maintain high-quality service delivery.
Log detailed, actionable bug reports with reproduction steps, screenshots, and expected vs. actual results.

Benefits

Health coverage — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to support your overall health needs
Insurance coverage — Nava provides disability, life, and accidental death insurance at no cost
Time off — vacation, holidays (including Juneteenth), and floating holidays to rest and recharge
Company holidays — enjoy 12 paid federal holidays each year on top of your regular PTO
Parental leave — paid time off for new parents, plus weekly meals delivered to your home
Wellness program — full platform offering physical, mental, & emotional health resources & support tools
Virtual care — see doctors online with no copay through UnitedHealthcare’s virtual visit program
Sabbatical leave — earn extended unpaid leave after continuous service for personal growth or rest
401(k) match — Nava matches 4% of your salary to support your retirement savings plan
Flexible work — remote-first environment with flexibility built around your schedule and responsibilities
Home office setup — company laptop & setup assistance provided via Staples for remote work needs
Utility support — monthly reimbursement to help offset eligible home office utility expenses
Learning opportunities — internal training programs and resources to help grow your professional skills
Development opportunities — LinkedIn Learning access & an annual allowance for courses, tuition, & certs
Referral bonus — get rewarded when you refer great people who join the Nava team
Commuter benefits — pre-tax commuter programs to support in-office travel when applicable
Supportive culture — A collaborative and remote-friendly team environment where people genuinely care