Senior Quality Assurance Analyst

• 📍 Location: Chicago, IL
• 💼 Job Type: 6+ month contract opportunity

• We are seeking an experienced Senior Quality Assurance Analyst to join an established technology team supporting enterprise-level applications and systems.
• This role is ideal for a seasoned QA professional who has experience leading testing efforts for major application integrations and software releases, developing comprehensive test strategies, and establishing QA standards and best practices.
• The successful candidate will work closely with application development and cross-functional teams to ensure software solutions meet business and technical requirements while maintaining a high level of quality throughout the development lifecycle.
• What You’ll Do
• Develop and establish quality assurance standards, processes, and measurements for IT services.
• Lead QA efforts for major application integrations and enterprise software releases.
• Develop comprehensive test plans, test scripts, and test cases.
• Track, document, and manage defects through resolution.
• Partner with development, business, and technology teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Gather and analyze data to support business cases, proposed projects, and system requirements.
• Perform hands-on testing across software applications, information systems, and operational systems.
• Utilize automated testing tools and reporting technologies to improve testing efficiency and coverage.
• Analyze testing results and provide statistical and quality reporting.
• Support project-based initiatives and contribute to project planning and execution.
• Help identify opportunities to improve QA methodologies, processes, and standards.
• Communicate testing status, risks, issues, and results to technical and business stakeholders.
• Work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Demonstrate strong commitment to professionalism, quality, and organizational values.
• What We’re Looking For
• 10+ years of direct experience overseeing the design, development, and implementation of QA standards and software testing processes.
• 10+ years of experience serving as a lead tester for major application integrations and/or major software releases.
• Strong understanding of software testing best practices, methodologies, and QA processes.
• Extensive experience testing enterprise-level software applications.
• Hands-on experience with:
• Automated testing tools
• Ad hoc query programs
• Reporting and analytics software
• Test planning and defect tracking tools
• Experience with statistical reporting and analysis.
• Strong project management skills and experience working within project-based environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong listening, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively in a high-pressure environment.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable working with test planning, execution, and tracking tools.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Previous consulting experience.
• Experience or familiarity with Informatica ETL/MDM.
• Experience working with large, complex enterprise applications and integrations.
• Education
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent extensive experience in enterprise application testing, test planning, and execution.
• Why Consider This Opportunity?
• Work on complex enterprise applications and major technology initiatives.
• Play a key role in establishing and improving QA standards and processes.
• Collaborate with experienced technology and application development professionals.
• Take a leadership role in testing major integrations and software releases.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on application quality and delivery.

Interested? Apply today or reach out to learn more about the opportunity and team.