Software Quality Analyst

Job Description: Software Quality Analyst

Location: Seattle, WA (Onsite)

Employment Type: Full-Time Contract (W2)

Hourly Rate $35-$40/hr

Interview Process 3 interviews

About the Opportunity

Step into a high-impact role with a Fortune 500 global leader in professional services, supporting the quality initiatives of an iconic consumer electronics giant known for revolutionizing how the world interacts with technology. Based in Seattle, you will be part of a team dedicated to the seamless integration of hardware and software, ensuring that next-generation consumer products meet the highest standards of excellence before they reach millions of users.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Testing: Drive test planning, test case development, and execution across both manual and automated workstreams.
• Platform & Hardware Validation: Conduct rigorous testing on proprietary OS platforms and hardware, ensuring stability across the ecosystem.
• Defect Lifecycle Management: Analyze test failures, file comprehensive defect reports, and perform root-cause analysis to identify patterns of issues.
• Quality Advocacy: Escalate key quality bottlenecks and collaborate with engineering partners to drive issues through to resolution.
• Reporting: Provide consistent, data-driven updates and formal reports related to your specific area of ownership.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a Software Quality Analyst or in a closely related QA role.
• Analytical Skills: Proven expertise in test design, authoring, and troubleshooting complex scenarios to identify underlying defects.
• Independence: A self-driven professional capable of managing tasks and meeting deadlines with limited guidance.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills, essential for drafting detailed technical reports and cross-functional updates.
• Education: BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or an equivalent technical field.

Preferred Skills & "Plus" Factors

• Hardware & IoT: Experience testing mobile devices, hardware components, home technologies, or Bluetooth accessories.
• AI & Emerging Tech: Previous experience working with Large Language Models (LLMs) or Virtual Assistants is highly desirable.
• Troubleshooting: Excellent debugging skills and a natural knack for breaking down complex system failures.
• Soft Skills: A curious, proactive learner who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and enjoys exploring new technologies.

Please apply online for consideration