The Lead IT QA Analyst is responsible for developing or assisting in the development of functional requirements, testing applications, developing test plans, editing and/or writing test cases and test scripts, and evaluating test results to determine compliance with test plans and established business processes. The individual will interact with business development, system developers, end users, and all other groups involved in project development, testing, or test planning. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, experience automated and manual testing and a keen eye for detail. This is a remote opportunity.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?

Testing/QA

• Architect, design, and enhance the automated test framework.

• Estimate test tasks and lead test cycle.

• Lead test automation initiatives.

• Lead and mentor a team QA Analysts and testers

• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and business stakeholders to ensure quality objectives align with business needs.

• Suggest and implement QA process improvements.

• Develop and execute automated tests.

• Document, track, and retest issues found during testing.

• Document and communicate test activities and results.

• Work closely with development staff to design automation hooks into main code base.

• Research, suggest, and implement tools to enhance test efficiency and effectiveness.

Business/User Requirements

• Analyze requirements/user stories for testability and completeness.

• Interpret user requirements/user stories and extend them into test cases.

• Communicate technical concepts in everyday language.

• Understand the needs of the user community.

What are the requirements needed for this position?

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science is desired

• Minimum of 6 years of experience of application quality assurance testing, with at least 3 years leading teams

• Minimum of 4 years of automation testing experience using Selenium and other automation tools

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to mentor and develop junior QA team members

What are the working conditions and physical requirements of this job?

This position requires incumbents to regularly sit at a desk and operate standard office equipment such as a computer and phone. Employee is occasionally required to stand and walk, lift, carry and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to talk and hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Pay Range:

$86,000.00 - $143,700.00

Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.

Expected application deadline is

02/10/2025

If date is blank then this is a pipeline requisition, and we will continue to collect applications on an ongoing basis.

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What’s the culture like at Assurant?
Our unique culture is a big reason why talented people choose Assurant. Named a Best/Great Place to Work in 13 countries and awarded the Fortune America’s Most Innovative Companies recognition in 2023, we bring together top talent around the world. Although we have a wide variety of skills and experiences, we share common characteristics that are uniquely Assurant. A passion for service. An ability to innovate in practical ways. And a willingness to take chances. We call our culture The Assurant Way.

Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Assurant is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not use or consider race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in employment decisions.