QA Analyst (Desktop Application)

About us

Insightful is a market-leading platform for employee productivity and workforce analytics. We process really big data, synthesize it into actionable insights, and ultimately provide a best-in-class, easy-to-use product that empowers enterprise customers to improve employee productivity, business processes, and overall staff well-being.

Description

We are seeking a skilled QA Analyst to join our team. At Insightful, we pride ourselves on our collaborative culture and commitment to quality in everything we do. If you are passionate about ensuring software excellence in a supportive environment, we invite you to explore the job description below and apply for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and scenarios for desktop applications
• Perform both functional and regression testing to validate new features and ensure stability across releases
• Conduct end-to-end testing to ensure the seamless functionality of the application across integrated systems
• Analyze and report test results, ensuring transparency and actionable insights
• Identify, document, and track bugs, working closely with the team to ensure timely and effective resolution
• Maintain documentation of testing processes, outcomes, and defect reports
• Conduct cross-platform testing (Windows, Mac, Linux) to ensure consistent performance and functionality
• Collaborate closely with the QA team, developers, product manager, and stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure continuous quality improvements
• Actively participate in the bug triage process to prioritize and manage issues

You are a great fit for this role, if you have:

• 4+ years of experience in QA or software development
• 1+ years of experience in testing desktop applications
• Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and processes
• Proven ability to execute test plans with comprehensive coverage at both the product and system levels
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to question assumptions and pay close attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently to accomplish assignments
• Experience with bug-tracking tools (preferably Jira) and test management tools
• Familiarity with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Ability to learn and adapt to new tools and technologies as needed

Bonus points:

• Experience with automation testing frameworks and tools
• Familiarity with Python for scripting and automation
• Experience working in Scrum environments
• Knowledge of CI/CD processes
• Exposure to Electron.js or similar frameworks