软件质量保证分析师

***This position is open to candidates who currently reside in Michigan.  Applications from individuals outside of Michigan will not be considered. ***

**This position is fully remote; however, candidates must be available to attend in-person quarterly team meetings and company events.**

**Join Our Team as a QA Software Analyst at Ninth Brain!**

Competitive salary $60,000- $68,000

Are you ready to play a vital role in ensuring the quality and reliability of innovative software solutions? Ninth Brain is seeking a detail-oriented **QA Software Analyst** who is more than just a tester—they are a quality champion dedicated to enhancing our platform and delivering an exceptional user experience.

As a **QA Software Analyst**, you will:

**E** **nsure Software Excellence** – Identify, document, and track bugs while ensuring our platform meets the highest quality standards.

**C** **ollaborate with Developers** – Work closely with our development team to understand features, troubleshoot issues, and improve product performance.

**Conduct Thorough Testing** – Execute manual and automated test cases across various environments to validate functionality, usability, and security.

**Drive Continuous Improvement** – Provide valuable feedback to refine processes, enhance efficiency, and ensure seamless user experiences.

**Maintain Ninth Brain’s Standard** – Uphold our commitment to delivering a reliable, user-friendly, and innovative platform.

If you have a passion for quality assurance, an eye for detail, and a commitment to delivering outstanding software solutions, we’d love to have you on board! Join us and be a key part of a company that values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

**Primary Responsibilities:**

- **Quality Assurance & Testing:** Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts to identify defects and ensure that our software meets all quality standards.
- **Collaboration:** Work closely with Project Managers, Developers, and Designers to understand project requirements, provide feedback, and ensure smooth integration of new features.
- **Problem Solving:** Identify, document, track software defects, and work with the defect, and work with the development team to troubleshoot and resolve issues promptly.
- **Process Improvement:** Continuously improve QA processes by incorporating industry's best practices and emerging trends in software testing.
- **Reporting:** Provide detailed and clear reports on testing outcomes, including bug severity and potential impact, to facilitate informed decision-making.
- **Client Focus:** Ensure that the final product aligns with client expectations and enhances overall user experience.

**What's required...**

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2-4 years of experience in software testing or quality assurance
- 6 + months of experience working remotely
- Strong knowledge or QA methodologies and testing types
- Experience gathering requirements from stakeholders to define clear testing objectives
- Proficiency in debugging techniques to troubleshooting issues effectively
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies
- Experience with testing in the .NET framework
- Understanding of DevOps practices and their role in the software development lifecycle
- Detail-oriented with a passion for improving product quality
- Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Self-motivated, results-driven, and able to perform well under pressure

**Even better, if you have..**

- Certified Software Tester or Quality Engineer Certificate
- Proficiency with Jira Platform
- Experience in the EMS Industry
- Experience with API testing tool (e.g. Postman, Hoppscotch)
- Hands-on experience with test automation tool (e.g. Playwright)

**Does this sounds like you?  Apply today!**

**What you'll get...**

- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- Parental Leave
- Disability Insurance
- Group and Voluntary Life Insurance
- A generous schedule of paid holidays, including your birthday, summer Friday program, and PTO
- Monthly stipend to offset phone and internet services for working remotely
- Monday to Friday schedule except when traveling for tradeshows
- Work from the comfort of your home office
- Stay connected with the team via phone, Zoom chat, and scheduled meetings
- Fun in-person company quarterly outings

Ninth Brain is a professional services firm that enables first responder organizations to focus on what’s important: less on paperwork and more on saving lives. Launched in 2001, Ninth Brain is a Michigan-based software company that has developed a suite of tools that provides a centralized solution to help organizations with maintaining their daily operations. These tools include tracking required credentials, providing a robust learning management system, creating forms/checklists, managing workforce scheduling, and much more.