Junior QA Analyst
Location:
United States (Remote)
Employment Type:
Full-time, W-2
Seniority:
Entry Level
Department:
Quality Assurance / Software Testing
About the Role
We are seeking a
Junior QA Analyst
to help ensure the quality, reliability, and functionality of software applications, websites, and digital products.
This entry-level opportunity is suitable for candidates who have developed testing and analytical skills through internships, academic projects, personal projects, software testing training, or early professional experience.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, enjoys solving problems, and can identify software defects, document test results, and collaborate with development teams to improve product quality.
What You'll Do
Test websites, software applications, and digital products to verify that they function as expected.
Execute test cases and document results, defects, and unexpected behavior.
Perform manual, functional, regression, and exploratory testing.
Identify, reproduce, and report software bugs with clear steps and supporting details.
Verify bug fixes and perform retesting when updates are released.
Review requirements and help identify potential issues before implementation.
Test user interfaces, forms, workflows, and application functionality across different browsers and devices.
Maintain test cases, checklists, test documentation, and defect reports.
Collaborate with developers, product teams, and other stakeholders to resolve quality issues.
Participate in software testing cycles and release-readiness activities.
Help improve testing processes, documentation, and quality standards.
Learn and apply appropriate testing tools and methodologies.
Required Qualifications
0–2 years of relevant experience, including internships, academic projects, personal projects, software testing training, or equivalent practical experience.
Basic understanding of software testing concepts and quality assurance principles.
Familiarity with identifying, documenting, and reproducing software defects.
Basic understanding of web applications, websites, or software functionality.
Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
Ability to follow test instructions and document results accurately.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical team members.
Ability to work independently and communicate effectively in a fully remote environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Exposure to manual testing, functional testing, regression testing, or exploratory testing.
Familiarity with bug-tracking tools such as Jira or similar platforms.
Basic understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Exposure to test case creation and test planning.
Familiarity with browser developer tools.
Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, or JavaScript.
Exposure to API testing tools such as Postman.
Basic SQL knowledge or experience validating data.
Familiarity with Agile or Scrum methodologies.
Exposure to automation testing tools such as Selenium, Playwright, or Cypress.
Compensation
Base Salary: $60,000–$80,000 per year
This is a market-based recommendation for an entry-level position, not a confirmed employer pay commitment. The employer must confirm the actual good-faith salary range before publication. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, relevant skills, experience, and applicable location requirements.
Benefits
Benefits will be provided in accordance with the employer's applicable benefits program and eligibility requirements.
Work Arrangement
This is a
fully remote position available within the United States
, subject to applicable employment, payroll, and hiring requirements in the candidate's state of residence.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected characteristics under applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by law.