IT Quality Assurance Analyst

Are you looking for your next opportunity? AgriSompo is seeking IT QA Analyst to join the Information Technology team. The IT QA Analyst participates in the quality assurance processes, performing tests on software applications under the test to identify, isolate and help resolve issues. Initiates tests, analyzes results, and suggests different solutions to technical problems ensuring the quality of the end product meets business expectations. Location: This position will be based out of our Lenexa, KS office, Topeka, KS and Lubbock, TX office with a hybrid schedule (3 days in office; 2 days at home). We strive for collaboration, which is why we offer a work environment where our employees thrive and develop long-lasting careers. Our Business, Your Impact, Our Opportunity What you’ll be doing: Work with different IT teams to assess performance and quality (real and perceived) of software products against specified exit criteria and standardsDesign and execute test scenarios, RTM, test cases Develop and document application test plans based on software requirements and technical specificationsWrite, maintain and/or automate software testingIdentify, analyze, and document all defects, programming errors (software bugs) and operational characteristics that are inconsistent with stated requirements and design specificationsRecord and document results of test execution, distributing the defect tracking reportEnsure compliance with general quality assurance best practices, accepted industry standards and those standards set forth by upstream sourcesOperate and maintain test environments and test dataPerform impact analysis and risk assessmentTracks quality assurance metrics such as defect densities and open defect countsSuggests improvements in test planning and execution What You’ll Bring MS OutlookDefect Tracking System (any)Experience with mostly used MS Office suitesExperience testing various software applications in in different platformsExperience in environmental managementGood knowledge and understanding of Software Programming languages and DatabasesExperience in Compatibility and non-UI based testing Working knowledge of data integrationGood understanding of SDLC and various SDLC modelsExcellent written and verbal communications skillsExcellent problem solving and analytical skillsExperience writing manual test casesExperience executing manual and automated test casesExperience delivering test resultsAbility to work with a team to test software and determine root causes of failuresAbility to create and execute a test planAbility to work independently and provide guidance to the junior team members Physical Requirements & Work Conditions Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Ability to stand or sit constantly/continuously. Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound. The employee is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. Environmental Conditions The work environment described here are meant to be representative of those an employee would normally encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The physical environment requires the employee to work inside where there are limited extremes to heat and/or cold; moderate noise; a normal office environment. Travel required for meetings and trainings. This description reflects the assignment of essential functions and is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job. Nothing in this job description restricts the organization’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Actual compensation for this role will depend on several factors including the cost of living associated with your work location, your qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. At Sompo, we recognize that the talent, skills, and commitment of our employees drive our success. This is why we offer competitive, high-quality compensation and benefit programs to eligible employees. Our compensation program is built on a foundation that promotes a pay-for-performance culture, resulting in higher incentive awards, on average, when the Company does well and lower incentive awards when the Company underperforms. The total compensation opportunity for all regular, full-time employees is a combination of base salary and incentives that gets adjusted upfront based on overall Company performance with final awards based on individual performance. Summary We continuously evaluate and update our benefit programs to ensure that our plans remain competitive and meet the needs of our employees and their dependents. Below is a summary of our current comprehensive U.S. benefit programs: Two medical plans to choose from, including a Traditional PPO & a Consumer Driven Health Plan with a Health Savings account providing a competitive employer contributionPharmacy benefits with mail order optionsDental benefits including orthodontia benefits for adults and childrenVision benefitsHealth Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsCompany-paid Life & AD&D benefits, including the option to purchase Supplemental life coverage for employee, spouse & childrenCompany-paid Disability benefits with very competitive salary continuation payments401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with competitive employer contributionsCompetitive paid-time-off programs, including company-paid holidaysCompetitive Parental Leave Benefits & Adoption Assistance programEmployee Assistance ProgramTax-Free Commuter BenefitTuition Reimbursement & Professional Qualification benefits Who We Are And What We Stand For At Sompo, our shared purpose is to create meaningful value for clients, communities, and each other. We strive to foster a workplace where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered to excel. As a global organization, we embrace diversity and champion equal opportunity. Guided by our core values—Accountability, Agility, Collaboration, Development, and Integrity—we build trust and support one another to achieve our goals worldwide. Life at Sompo page Our values come to life in how we hire and grow talent. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and organizational need, and we strive to ensure equitable access to opportunities so everyone can do their best work. If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the recruiter in charg e.