QA Analyst Lead

We are looking for an experienced QA Testing Analyst to join our team in Columbus, Ohio. In this long-term contract role, you will take the lead in ensuring the quality and reliability of software systems by overseeing testing processes and documentation deliverables. You will collaborate across teams to drive test strategies, manage bug triage, and ensure successful implementation of testing plans while maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency.

Responsibilities:
• Develop and manage test strategies, plans, suites, and cases to ensure comprehensive coverage and alignment with project requirements.
• Execute and oversee testing processes, including bug tracking, triage, and resolution, while coordinating with vendors and impacted teams.
• Monitor and report testing metrics, risks, blockers, and readiness to ensure project progress and quality assurance.
• Facilitate meetings such as grooming sessions, bug reviews, and triage discussions to enhance collaboration and problem-solving.
• Prepare lab environments by collaborating with development leads to ensure readiness for testing.
• Coach and mentor QA team members and coordinate testing efforts with vendors and cross-functional teams.
• Maintain team boards and dashboards to track project progress and testing outcomes.
• Deliver comprehensive test documentation, including traceability reports, bug summaries, and execution outcomes.
• Support production implementation and validation processes to ensure successful software deployment.
• Conduct regression testing and establish validation plans to maintain software quality across releases.
• Proven experience in QA testing, documentation, and managing complex testing deliverables.
• Strong expertise in bug tracking, triage, and prioritization using enterprise standards.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills to coordinate between teams and vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to create dashboards, track metrics, and maintain project status reporting.
• Familiarity with Agile methodology and change management processes.
• Proficiency in developing validation plans and regression testing strategies.
• Knowledge of automation tools and techniques to enhance testing efficiency.
• Ability to act as a subject matter expert for high-complexity projects or systems.
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