QA Analyst

Company Overview

Pantheon Data (a Kenific Holding company) is a private, small business based in the Washington, DC, area. Pantheon Data was founded in 2011, initially providing acquisition and supply chain management services to the US Coast Guard. Our service offerings have grown in the past ten years, including infrastructure resiliency, contact center operations, information technology, software engineering, program management, strategic communications, engineering, and cybersecurity. We have also grown our customer base to include commercial clients. The company has used this experience to expand our service offerings to other agencies within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of Defense (DoD), and other Federal Civilian Agencies.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Process QA Analyst to ensure the quality and effectiveness of HR process modernization initiatives. The role involves requirement analysis, test planning, execution, and reporting. Previous Salesforce-related process reengineering experience is required, with government experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand project goals and desired outcomes of HR process modernization.
• Review functional and non-functional requirements to ensure they are well-defined and achievable.
• Determine the scope of testing activities based on project requirements.
• Develop a comprehensive test strategy outlining the approach, objectives, and resources required for testing.
• Develop detailed test cases to cover all aspects of HR processes and systems.
• Prioritize test cases based on risk and criticality.
• Set up a testing environment that accurately reflects the production environment.
• Load relevant test data into the system to simulate real-world scenarios.
• Execute test cases according to the test plan and documented procedures.
• Record test results, including defects, issues, and pass/fail criteria.
• Retest defects after they have been fixed to ensure resolution.
• Report defects to the development team using a defect tracking system.
• Monitor the status of defects and ensure they are resolved within agreed-upon timelines.
• Verify that defects have been fixed correctly.
• Perform load testing, stress testing, and endurance testing to evaluate system performance under various conditions.
• Identify performance bottlenecks and suggest improvements to enhance system performance.
• Conduct testing to evaluate factors such as security, usability, accessibility, and compatibility.
• Identify and address any issues related to non-functional requirements.
• Identify suitable test cases for automation.
• Create automated test scripts using appropriate tools.
• Run automated tests to improve efficiency and coverage.
• Generate comprehensive test reports summarizing test activities, results, and defects.
• Communicate test results to stakeholders, including project managers, development teams, and business users.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in process reengineering, particularly with Salesforce.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes and systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Government experience is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Proficiency in test automation tools.
• Experience with project management and agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with government regulations and compliance requirements.

Clearance Requirements

U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Work Location

United States - Remote

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $110,000. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Benefits Overview

We are always looking for good people! Pantheon Data is committed to providing its employees with competitive salaries and benefits in order to increase employee satisfaction and productivity. In addition to our benefits, we also offer SmartBenefits through the Washington Metro Area Transportation Authority, where you specify an amount of your pre-tax wages be paid directly to your SmarTrip account. In some cases, tuition assistance may be available for continuing education expenses and certifications related to their position. Additional details may be found at https://pantheon-data.com/careers/

Pantheon Data is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Pantheon Data is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Equal opportunity legal notices can be viewed on the following PDF: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. You may also view the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Talent Team at Recruiting@pantheon-data.com or by phone (571) 363-4020.

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