IT Quality Assurance Analyst II - Illinois Staffing : Job Details

The Analyst II, IT Quality Assurance role is responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our applications. You will be responsible for designing and executing test plans, identifying and documenting defects, and collaborating with development teams to resolve issues. Your keen attention to detail and analytical skills will help maintain high standards of software performance and user satisfaction. Additionally, you will contribute to the continuous improvement of our testing processes and methodologies, ensuring that our products meet both functional and non-functional requirements. This role requires a strong understanding of software development life cycles, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills to work seamlessly with cross-functional teams. This role will report to the Manager, Gas Ops and Construction Technology.

Major Job Responsibilities

Job Requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in MIS, Computer Science or a related field

Minimum 5+ years' experience in quality assurance

Experience and Knowledge

Proven experience (5+ years) working in Quality Assurance and designing and implementing test strategies and test cases for large-scale organizations.

Ability to follow quality standards, principles, guidelines, and best practices to ensure consistency, scalability, and flexibility across all IT systems and applications.

Strong soft and interpersonal skills, including teamwork, facilitation, and negotiation.

Excellent consulting skills such as targeted communications, engagement management, stakeholder management, and business analysis.

Comfortable, experienced, and accomplished at working with business executives, and able to push back in a professional and diplomatic way.

Strong understanding of different testing methodologies

Experience with defect tracking systems and the ability to manage and prioritize defects effectively.

Experience with and knowledge of testing tools and test automation tools such as Tosca, etc.

Experience with Utility related business processes, industry applications, and supporting technologies.

A deep, comprehensive knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle

Interest in and passion for learning and working in a fast-paced environment

Ability to handle multiple assignments and conflicting priorities

Ability to work with business partners and peers of varying levels of technical proficiency

Advanced understanding of various technical principles, theories, and concepts

Broad understanding of a wide range of technical areas

Excellent communication skills including the ability to translate complex or technical ideas into non-technical language

About Southern Company

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental, and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect our values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees, and health, welfare, and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.