Software Quality Assurance Analyst - 100% Remote

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Work from home

See yourself at Radian? We see you here too.

At Radian, we see you. For the person you are and the potential you hold. That’s why we’ve embraced a new way of working that lets our people across the country be themselves, be their best and be their boldest. Because when each of us is truly seen, each of us gives our best – and at Radian, we’ll give you our best right back.

Studies have shown that job seekers may hesitate to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification listed. We strive to see the potential in each applicant, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience or education level doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

See Yourself as a Software Quality Assurance Analyst

The Software Quality Assurance Analyst supports development on critical projects and programs as prioritized by Radian's leadership team. The role understands test methodology and best practices for software quality assurance, and is able to execute in both Agile and Waterfall models. The Analyst assists the Business in completing the testing activities on time, and effectively communicates with all members of the project team. The SQA Analyst is comfortable operating within the Agile model, and supports the process both by elaborating acceptance criteria for User Stories and Features, writing test plans, writing defect reports and executing tests as the development process progresses through the Sprints. In the Waterfall model, the SQA Analyst would support the test cycle by documenting test cases and leading the business through test execution.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Partners with the business community to understand the release, assists in defining the testing scope and creating the tests, provides the traceability to the requirements, supports the test execution and post-production testing (where required).This includes elaboration of Acceptance Criteria for User Stories and Features in the Agile model.
• Assists with leading the testers through aggressive test cycles. This includes leading the Business Testers, and interacting with Development where required to complete the necessary work. Reviewing test artifacts delivered by other QA staff.
• Proactively looks for continuous improvement opportunities with the test methodology and best practices to support software quality.
• Assists with the planning of quality assurance task assignments, scheduling, and estimates.

Job Specifications

Knowledge:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology is desirable. Previous experience following test processes, standards and procedures. Experience with hands-on testing, test management tools and working with the Business to complete test design and execution on time. Working knowledge of Mortgage Operations, preferably Mortgage Insurance product and operations, is highly preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Experience with HP Quality Center and CA Agile Central (Rally) is highly desired.
• Experience with both Agile and Waterfall SDLC is highly desired.
• Ability to assist on multiple medium/high complexity projects concurrently.
• Ability to coach Business Users to perform User Acceptance Testing tasks and activities.
• Ability to effectively communicate/report quality assurance status at weekly project meetings with the various Program and Project Managers, Development Managers, Business Analysts, Sponsors, and Subject Matter Experts.
• Ability to adjust the quality assurance tasks/processes based on the experience of the Business Users.
• Ability to obtain/verify the necessary testing artifacts are present, should the project be audited.

People Management:

• None - though position will need to lead project team members through testing cycles by using effective collaboration and influence

Prior Work Experience

• Technical: 1 - 3 years
• Supervisory: None

Education and Credentials

• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree, Concentration in Computer Science or IT/MIS
• Other Certifications:: Certified Tester a plus

See Your Location

Radian is committed to a flexible work environment for many of our roles. This is a *Work From Anywhere* role meaning you have the flexibility to work from home (or another designated workspace that fits your needs).

This role provides additional flexibility should you want to work on-site at a Radian office. Explore our office locations here and let your Talent Acquisition Partner know you would be interested in working on-site.

• Work From Anywhere is subject to Radian’s Alternative Work Policy and business needs.

See Why You Should Work With Us

• Competitive Compensation: anticipated base salary is $62,907 to $103,347 based on skills and experience. This position is eligible to participate in an annual incentive program.
• Rest and Relaxation. This role is eligible for 20 days of paid time off annually, which is prorated in the year of hire based on hire date. In addition, based on your hire date, you will be eligible for 9 paid holidays + 2 floating holiday in support of our DEI culture. Parental leave is also offered as an opportunity for all new parents to embrace this exciting change in their lives.
• Our Company Makes an Impact. We’ve been recognized by multiple organizations like Bloomberg’s Gender-Equality Index, HousingWire’s Tech 100, and The Forum of Executive Women’s Champion of Board Diversity. Radian has also pledged to PwC’s CEO Action for Diversity & Inclusion commitment.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits. Multiple medical plan choices, including HSA and FSA options, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Prepare for your Future. 401(k) with a top of market company match (did we mention the company match is immediately vested?!) and an opportunity to participate in Radian’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Homebuyer Perks. Our Homebuyer Perks program helps employees navigate the home searching, buying, selling, and refinancing processes and provides valuable financial benefits to encourage, enable, and support home ownership.
• Additional Benefits. To learn more about our benefits offerings, visit our Benefits Page.

See More About Radian

Radian is a fintech servicing the mortgage and real estate services industry. As a team, we pride ourselves on seeing the potential of every person, every idea and every day.

Seeing each other at Radian goes far beyond our open, flexible culture. It means seeing our people’s potential – and creating inspiring career paths that help them get there. Or seeing new pathways and innovating for the future of our industry. It means seeing each other for all that we are. And it means seeing our purpose as one that extends beyond the bottom line – having an impact on communities across the country to help more people achieve the American Dream of homeownership.

We hope you’ll see yourself at Radian. See more about us at Radian.com.

Defining Roles for Radian's Future

Understanding the qualities and characteristics that define a Leader and an Employee is important to building our future-fit workforce. Radian's future is only as bright as its people. For that reason, our People Plan includes profiles to support the qualities and characteristics that each Leader as well as each Employee should embody upon hire or via development.

EEO Statement

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Accommodation

Whether you require an accommodation for the job application or interview process, Radian is dedicated to a barrier-free employment process and encourages a diverse workforce. If you have questions about the accommodation process, please e-mail [email protected].