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Lead Software QA Analyst

ComputerPeople Staffing
Buffalo, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026

We're hiring a Senior Software QA Lead to champion quality across enterprise ERP and web-based systems, and help shape what AI-powered testing looks like at scale.

If you bring 10 years of software quality assurance expertise, hands-on ERP testing experience, and a forward-thinking mindset about LLM-assisted test automation, this is a high-impact role where your work directly protects critical business operations.

SALARY: $105-130K
This role is HYBRID in Buffalo NY.

*Must accommodate minimum of 3 days onsite*

What You'll Do — Key Responsibilities

  • Drive testing practices to catch defects earlier in the development cycle, reducing downstream costs and rework.
  • Design and implement LLM-assisted manual testing frameworks, including AI-generated test scripts with human validation oversight.
  • Build and execute comprehensive manual test plans for ERP systems and web-based applications, validating critical business workflows and data integrity.
  • Develop scalable test case libraries, testing procedures, and compliance documentation aligned with organizational quality standards.
  • Lead UAT coordination with business stakeholders. Facilitate test sessions, consolidate results, and deliver production readiness recommendations.
  • Establish QA standards for AI-generated test coverage, ensuring LLM outputs meet defined organizational quality thresholds.
  • Mentor QA team members on manual and automation testing techniques, defect investigation, and enterprise system domain knowledge through hands-on coaching.

What You Bring — Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
  • 10 years of software quality assurance experience, including 2 years in a senior or lead testing role
  • 3 years of hands-on enterprise systems testing experience with SAP, PeopleSoft, ServiceNow, or comparable ERP platforms
  • Demonstrated expertise in manual testing methodologies and defect lifecycle management
  • Proficiency with defect tracking and test management tools such as JIRA with Zephyr Scale or equivalent
  • 1 years applying AI/LLM technologies to QA workflows, including test generation, defect analysis, and knowledge management
  • Experience with prompt engineering to build AI-assisted testing procedures with appropriate human oversight
  • Proven ability to mentor QA teams, define quality standards, and balance automation with manual testing rigor

Bonus Points (not required)

  • Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks (TestComplete, Selenium, or equivalent), performance testing tools (LoadRunner, JMeter), or API testing (Postman, REST Assured)
  • Python or JavaScript scripting for test automation and AI integration, including experience with LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, Azure OpenAI)
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab) and version control (Git) within testing environments

Benefits include:

  • Annual Bonus Program
  • Low-cost medical, dental premiums
  • Very generous Paid Time Off
  • 401K match plus additional Company Funded Retirement Savings Account (even if you don't contribute to 401K)
  • Leadership training program
  • Management that is dedicated to your career success and flexible when life happens
  • Positive/collaborative work culture

Pay: $105,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

  • What salary range are you looking for?

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • software quality assurance: 10 years (Required)
  • Senior or Lead : 2 years (Required)

Location:

  • Buffalo, NY 14221 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $105,000 - $130,000

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