Blutic is looking for a QA Analyst - Level 2 with 4+ years of testing experience to perform manual and automation testing of data solutions (SSIS/SSRS/SQL Server) and working with Senior Developers.
This role requires strong SQL skills, and the ability to collaborate with offshore developers and onshore teams in an Agile/Kanban environment.
This is a 100% long term remote opportunity. The candidate should be willing to work in 9 hrs shift anywhere between 11am-11pm IST with an overlap of 3-4 hrs on Pacific time zone.
Core Skills Required:
- 4+ years in manual and automation testing of ETL/data warehouse projects (SSIS/SQL Server).
- Advanced SQL skills (joins, subqueries, data profiling).
- Experience with test automation (any tool: Selenium, Postman, etc.).
Key Responsibilities
1. Test Planning & Execution
- Design and execute test cases for ETL processes (SSIS), reports (SSRS), and SQL databases.
- Perform data validation by writing complex SQL queries to verify source-to-target mappings.
- Document defects in Jira and track resolutions through collaboration with developers.
2. Automation & Tooling
- Develop and maintain basic automation scripts (e.g., Selenium, Python, or client-approved tools).
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines for regression testing (Azure DevOps/GitHub Actions).
- Identify opportunities to automate repetitive manual tests
3. Collaboration
- Work closely with offshore developers to reproduce and troubleshoot defects.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, retrospectives) and daily stand-ups.
- Maintain test documentation in Confluence (or a similar repository) for knowledge sharing.
4. Compliance & Process Improvement
- Adhere to client's QA standards and security protocols (VDI, MFA).
- Suggest improvements to testing processes to achieve productivity gains
Required Skills & Qualifications
Technical Skills
- Nice-to-Have:
- Exposure to Snowflake, API testing, or Power BI validation.
- Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently in a remote offshore model.
- Clear communication to collaborate across time zones.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- Certifications (e.g., ISTQB, Microsoft SQL) are a plus.
- Experience in financial/healthcare domains preferred
