Associate QA Analyst/Developer

Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) is a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, the U.S. subsidiary of Japan's Sharp Corporation. SIICA offers secure printer and copier solutions, professional and commercial visual displays, productivity software, and durable Dynabook laptops. As a total solutions provider, Sharp is known for innovation, quality, reliability, and industry-leading customer support.

About the role

The Associate QA Analyst/Developer supports MICAS and Synappx Manage functions, including creating SQL reports, testing systems, and analyzing MICAS data to understand its integration and management within databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated tests and frameworks.
• Automate the build and deployment process.
• Increase automated test cases vs. manual test cases.
• Support and drive automation (functional and performance) within supported projects.
• Determine test strategies for complex projects spanning multiple applications/platforms.
• Work closely with Project Lead, QA Manager, Enterprise Release Management, and Development to manage deliverables and interdependencies.
• Analyze project/change documentation (BRD, FRD, TDD, CR) to determine and document appropriate test approaches.
• Identify QA resources and document requirements.
• Participate in solution design and ensure testability of functions and applications.
• Ensure QA work products are delivered according to the project test plan and schedule.
• Identify and communicate risks during test planning and execution; manage contingency planning for variances.
• Ensure test environment requirements are communicated and completed for QA test readiness.
• Oversee project defect detection, reporting, and tracking, including collaboration on defect resolutions and re-test requirements.
• Report defects, manage defect triage, and test activities within Agile, CMMI, and continuous development methodologies.
• Support AI-driven QA initiatives, including evaluating and implementing AI-assisted test generation and defect prediction tools.
• Develop and maintain automated regression suites for Synappx Manage and MICAS using CI/CD pipelines.
• Ensure responsible use of AI tools by following data privacy, security, and model output validation practices.
• Stay current on AI and test automation developments; recommend process improvements to enhance quality, speed, and reliability of releases.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, or equivalent education and experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in quality assurance testing, software development, systems analysis, or a related technical role.
• Working knowledge of QA methodologies, software testing practices, defect tracking, change control, and the software development life cycle.
• Experience testing web, database, and Windows-based applications (system, regression, user acceptance testing, and defect validation).
• Ability to review business, functional, and technical requirements to develop test scenarios.
• Experience creating and maintaining QA documentation (test plans, test cases, scripts, traceability matrices, defect reports, and test results).
• Experience writing and executing SQL queries for data validation, reporting, troubleshooting, and analysis.
• Familiarity with Microsoft technologies (.NET, ASP.NET, VB.NET, IIS, Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server).
• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, Microsoft Office, Access, and Excel.
• Experience in Agile, CMMI, or structured SDLC environments.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage deadlines, deliverables, and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Development experience is preferred.
• Experience with coded unit tests, test automation frameworks, or load testing frameworks is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, family-friendly healthcare plans (medical, dental, vision).
• 401k retirement plan with competitive match and financial support tools.
• Employee Assistance Plan for mental and behavioral health, work-life balance, and support.
• Financial protection (life insurance and disability insurance).
• Rewarding and holistic wellness program.
• Training, professional development, and mentorship opportunities.
• Voluntary insurance benefits (auto, home, ID protection, and legal).
• Dynamic culture focused on innovation, diversity, and smarter work.

Pay

$57,000 - $65,000 USD (excludes bonuses, incentives, differential pay, or other forms of compensation). Starting salary determined by experience, education, training, certification, and location. Eligible for annual discretionary incentive awards, commissions, and program-specific awards.

Local candidates only. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.