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System Soft Technologies

Manual QA Tester

Seattle, WA · On-site

Manual QA Tester (Hybrid) Location: Seattle, WA (LOCAL CANDIDATES) Contract Position About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented Manual QA Tester to support testing efforts for complex business ...

PerformYard

Manual QA Tester

Arlington, VA · Remote

As a key member, the Manual QA Tester will work closely with product managers, developers, and QA engineers to test new features, identify bugs, and help ensure a smooth experience across our ...

PerformYard

Manual QA Tester

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

As a key member, the Manual QA Tester will work closely with product managers, developers, and QA engineers to test new features, identify bugs, and help ensure a smooth experience across our ...

PerformYard

Manual QA Tester

Arlington, VA · Remote

As a key member, the Manual QA Tester will work closely with product managers, developers, and QA engineers to test new features, identify bugs, and help ensure a smooth experience across our ...

Kanak Elite Services Inc

QA Tester- Manual

Malvern, PA · On-site

I am reaching out to share an excellent career opportunity for the role of QA Tester- Manual with ... A big nice to have would be tableau skills allowing this contractor to aid further in test case ...

Stellar IT Group

Manual QA

Miami, FL · On-site

The engineer will perform manual testing, contribute to automation readiness, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver reliable, compliant solutions. Key Responsibilities * Define QA strategy ...

TEKsystems

Manual QA

San Diego, CA · Hybrid

$35 - $38/hr

Description We are seeking highly skilled Manual QA Testers to join our team focused on testing ... Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Strong interpersonal and ...

Fabric QA

Lead QA Tester (Manual)

Los Angeles, CA

Manual front end testing on Mac's, PC's and mobile devices to ensure compatibility with websites, apps, and other digital projects. * Oversee a team of Jr. QA testers, assigning work, reviewing ...

Jobsbridge

Manual QA

Lansing, MI

Manual QA Lansing, MI 12+ Months Contract Position Summary: Within the Quality Assurance function ... This position also works in collaboration with Story team/technical testers to understand how ...

CYNET SYSTEMS

Manual QA

Lisle, IL · On-site

$45 - $50/hr

Pay Range: $45hr - $50hr Requirement/Must Have: * 8+ years of experience as Manual QA. * 3+ years ... Execute functional, regression, integration, UI, API, and performance testing. * Identify, log ...

1 point system

Manual QA

Miami, FL · On-site

* This individual will be responsible for defining the QA strategy, selecting the framework, and ... Perform initial manual functional, regression, and UAT testing on existing MVC and .NET Core ...

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Manual QA Tester

System Soft Technologies

Seattle, WA • On-site

Contractor

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Manual QA Tester (Hybrid)
Location: Seattle, WA (LOCAL CANDIDATES)
Contract Position
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented Manual QA Tester to support testing efforts for complex business applications built on the Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Apps platforms. This role is responsible for creating and executing manual test cases, identifying and documenting defects, and collaborating closely with business analysts, developers, and project managers to ensure high-quality software delivery.
Responsibilities
  • Create, maintain, and execute manual test cases based on project requirements and product backlog items (PBIs).
  • Perform functional testing (black-box and grey-box) in alignment with project schedules.
  • Identify, document, and track software defects through resolution.
  • Conduct testing of highly integrated Dynamics 365 and Power Apps applications.
  • Work within Azure DevOps to manage test cases, defects, and test execution activities.
  • Collaborate with business analysts, developers, and project stakeholders to understand requirements and validate solutions.
  • Provide weekly status updates including testing progress, defects identified, project impediments, and upcoming work plans.
Required Qualifications
  • 3+ years of experience working with the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform.
  • 3+ years of experience in test case creation, test execution, and defect reporting using Azure DevOps.
  • 3+ years of experience working within Agile/Scrum environments.
  • Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Quality Assurance methodologies.
  • Experience with defect management and test case management processes.
  • Ability to decompose complex requirements into clear, reusable test cases.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including root-cause analysis.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Skills
  • Experience testing business-critical applications that support complex operational processes.
  • Familiarity with property assessment, revenue collection, or government-sector systems is a plus.
  • Experience working with Power Platform technologies.

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