Remote Qa Engineer Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Join AZAD Technology Partners as a Quality Assurance Analyst and work within the Quality Assurance organization. The Quality Assurance Analyst position supports large multi-year projects while also performing operations and maintenance key QA tasks such as test script development and execution, defect tracking, test coordination, test environment verification, and data quality management.
This is a 2 year plus consultant position with high probability of long term and ongoing continued employment. This position is remote, but must reside in Oregon, Washington, Idaho or Montana. The hourly pay rate for this position is between $55.00 and $63.00 depending on related qualifications and experience, as well as composition of selected compensation package.
The ideal candidate must possess the minimum qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a closely related technical field is preferred.
10 years of demonstrated QA experience is required with an applicable degree.
14 years of demonstrated QA experience is required without a degree or an applicable degree.
Experience should involve test methodology design and implementation along with hands-on experience writing test plans, test cases, test data and test database creation/sanitizing, problem tracking/resolution, coordinating test activities among multiple testers, and maintaining defect logs among other applied skills and knowledge.
Experienced in a testing and defect management tool (such as TFS) to include the design of releases, requirement and test hierarchies and reports. BPA current standard tool is Team Foundation Server (TFS) 2015.
Demonstrated experience using XML, Oracle, or SQL for application integration, testing, and environmental compatibility.
Demonstrated working knowledge of system development life cycle (SDLC) principles.
Demonstrated experience in aligning QA strategy with software development activities and overall schedule while supporting the SDLC.
Proficient in executing the test and validation activities of a large, complex project.
Advanced knowledge on the design and implementation of QA and testing methodologies in large, complex systems using various development methodologies.
Valid U.S. Driver's License or RealID is required.
Preferred Skills:
Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA).
Experience with Agile Modeling or Waterfall Methodology.
Working knowledge of Jama's Contour.
Working knowledge of current version(s) of Visual Studio and TFS 2015 or newer.
Advanced knowledge of test case design and test scripting writing (manual tests).
Formal SQA methodologies including software development life cycles, testing processes, and standards.
AZAD is looking for bright, talented, flexible, and customer centric problem solvers who enjoy the challenges associated with solving the most complex problems by utilizing the most sophisticated technologies and strong people skills.
Founded and managed by technologists and engineers, AZAD is a leading provider of Consulting Services to Fortune 500 and innovative firms since 1992.
AZAD's model provides a unique employment experience that is career path focused, relationship based and dedicated to advocacy and retention with an average tenure of 9 years.
Our collaborative approach to support our clients, projects and supporting our employees' career paths are the keys to our success. Join AZAD's professional team and enhance your career by being engaged with some of the most interesting projects in the Pacific Northwest.
If you enjoy working in such an environment, we encourage you to apply.
EXCELLENT EMPLOYEE BENEFITS including Co-paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Cafeteria Plan, Paid Sick Leave, 401K Plan, Credit Union Membership, and Referral Bonus.
U.S. Citizens only for Federal Clearance Requirement.
AZAD values diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences.
Since our inception, we have witnessed how our diverse workforce has thrived while contributing to the increases in innovation and advancements in the client organizations we serve.
AZAD is committed to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and is striving to build an even more diverse, inclusive team that reflects the people and communities where we live and work.
AZAD, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that considers and employs qualified individuals based upon job related qualifications regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, national origin, age or any other status protected under applicable local, state or federal law. AZAD takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified employees and applicants who are disabled, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces services medal veterans, and other protected veterans.
AZAD, Inc. is a Certified Minority Owned Business and OFCCP compliant.
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