Job Overview:
Under broad guidance, the Senior Software QA Engineer executes and verifies software application tests to ensure high-quality delivery of healthcare technology solutions. This role emphasizes risk assessment, QA documentation, and continuous improvement of testing methodologies in an Agile environment.
Job Responsibilities:
Requirements Analysis: Analyse business and functional requirements for completeness and derive comprehensive test cases.
Test Planning: Define and maintain master test plans outlining overall testing strategy.
Test Case Design & Execution: Design, develop, and execute test cases, test scripts, and scenarios based on application requirements.
Manual & Automated Testing: Perform both manual and automated testing to validate functionality, usability, and reliability.
Defect Management: Identify, document, track, and manage defects; collaborate with development teams for resolution.
Validation & Documentation: Execute test scripts, document validation results, and maintain QA artifacts (test plans, execution reports).
Test Results Analysis: Analyze test outcomes, provide insights, highlight risks, and report quality metrics.
Risk Assessment: Conduct risk evaluations during test cycles and document lessons learned post:release.
Quality Assurance: Ensure systems meet organizational quality standards and user
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with developers, product managers, and stakeholders.
Communication of Outcomes: Effectively communicate test results, risks, and issues to internal teams and management.
Process Improvement: Continuously improve QA processes, methodologies, and testing practices.
Required Experience and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 4+ years of experience in software quality assurance and testing
- Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies
- Hands-on experience in designing test plans, test cases, and executing test strategies
- Experience with test management and defect tracking tools
- Proven ability to analyze requirements and identify gaps or inconsistencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and isolate defects
- Experience with automated testing frameworks and tools
- Proficiency in API testing methodologies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality software
Core Technical Skills
- Manual Testing: Designing and executing test cases, validating functionality and usability.
- API Testing: Using tools such as Postman or SoapUI to validate APIs.
- Performance Testing: Familiarity with JMeter or LoadRunner.
- Defect Tracking Tools: Proficiency with Jira or similar platforms.
- Test Management Tools: Hands:on with tools like TestRail, Zephyr, or HP ALM.
- SQL and Databases: Writing queries for data validation and backend testing.
Process & Methodology Skills scripting.
- Agile Methodology: Working in Scrum/Kanban environments, participating in sprint planning and retrospectives.
- SDLC Knowledge: Understanding software development stages and QA’s role in each.
- Requirements Analysis: Ability to interpret business/functional requirements and
- Risk Assessment: Identifying potential quality risks during test cycles.
- QA Documentation: Creating test plans, execution reports, and maintaining test artifacts.
Bonus (Good to Have)
- Exposure to security testing practices
- Familiarity with programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#
- Experience working in the healthcare domain, especially with US healthcare systems
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations such as HIPAA
- Experience with healthcare claims or payment processing systems
- Experience with frameworks/tools like Selenium, Cypress, or similar.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
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