Description
We are seeking a detail-oriented **Manual QA & Data Analyst** who can ensure application quality while analyzing and validating data across enterprise platforms. This role bridges **functional testing and data insights** , ensuring both system reliability and business data accuracy.
The ideal candidate will have experience in **manual testing, data validation, defect management, and data analysis/reporting** , working closely with business and technical teams in Agile environments and possess experience working with salesforce.
**Key Responsibilities**
**Manual QA / Testing**
+ Perform **Smoke, functional, integration, and regression testing** across applications
+ Design and execute **test cases and test scenarios** based on requirements
+ Validate UI, APIs, and backend workflows for business-critical systems
+ Log, track, and manage defects using tools like JIRA
+ Participate in **SIT, UAT, and release validation cycles**
+ Ensure compliance with **SDLC/STLC and Agile practices**
**Data Validation & Analysis on salesforce platform**
+ Perform **data validation** between source systems and target platforms
+ Write and execute **SQL queries** to validate datasets on sql workbench
+ Analyze data trends, discrepancies, and anomalies
+ Support **data reconciliation and integrity checks**
+ Generate dashboards/reports for stakeholders
+ Collaborate with SMEs to **derive business insights from data**
**Agile & Collaboration**
+ Work closely with **Business Analysts, Developers, and Product Owners**
+ Participate in Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives)
+ Translate business requirements into **test scenarios and validation rules**
+ Communicate testing results, risks, and data findings clearly
**Quality Assurance & Process Improvement**
+ Ensure **end-to-end validation of application and data accuracy**
+ Identify gaps in requirements, test coverage, or data quality
+ Support **root cause analysis and defect prevention strategies**
+ Contribute to continuous improvement of QA and data validation processes
**Required Qualifications**
+ Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field
+ 5-9 years of experience in **Manual Testing + Data Analysis**
+ Strong understanding of **SDLC, STLC, and Agile methodologies**
+ Experience in **defect tracking tools (JIRA, Azure DevOps, HPQC)**
**Technical Skills**
**QA Skills:**
+ Test case design & execution
+ Functional / Regression testing
+ API validation (basic)
+ Defect lifecycle management
**Data Skills:**
+ SQL (mandatory)
+ Data validation & reconciliation
+ Reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau – preferred)
**Tools & Platforms (Preferred):**
+ JIRA / Azure DevOps
+ SQL Server / Oracle / Databricks
+ API tools (Postman – basic validation)
**Soft Skills**
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
+ Attention to detail (critical for QA + data accuracy)
+ Good communication with business & technical stakeholders
+ Ability to handle **multiple priorities in Agile environments**
**Preferred Experience (Nice to Have)**
+ Experience with **data platforms (Databricks / Data Lake / ETL pipelines)**
+ Exposure to **Salesforce or enterprise applications**
