IT Advanced Quality Analyst/Tester - ITS4

Job Details

Working Title: IT Advanced Quality Analyst/Tester
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 4
Agency: Minnesota IT Services

• Job ID: 83524
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Limited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 01/24/2025
• Closing Date: 02/03/2025
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services
• Division/Unit: Department of Human Services / IT Quality Assurance
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $36.52 - $60.24 / hourly; $76,253 - $125,781 / annually
• Job Class Option: Info Tech Quality Assurance
• Classified Status: Unclassified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Join the 2,800 professionals of Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position serves our partners at Minnesota’s largest state agency, the Department of Human Services (DHS). The MNIT DHS team supports complex and varied technical needs, including systems that provide health care coverage, deliver child protection and welfare services, and provide support for Minnesotans with special needs including mental illness, chemical dependencies, and physical or developmental disabilities.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled IT Advanced Quality Assurance Analyst/Tester with a strong technical foundation to join our team. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the highest standards of software quality by designing and executing efficient and effective testing strategies in a suite of .NET-based financial applications. While your primary focus will be hands-on testing and quality assurance, you will also identify opportunities to incorporate automation and streamline processes wherever it adds value to the QA effort.

This position involves performing complex testing and quality assurance tasks, with an emphasis on technical proficiency, problem-solving, and leveraging appropriate tools and techniques to ensure reliable and efficient software solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align testing efforts with business and technical requirements, improve QA workflows, and deliver high-performing software systems. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with a commitment to quality, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to adapt to a dynamic project environment.

This position is currently eligible for full-time telework:

• Telework for Minnesota IT Services allows an employee to perform work from a telework location and an employee may be required to be in the office based on business needs and other dependencies in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
• Only candidates located in Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are telework eligible.

Additional position details:

• This position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; it is anticipated to last two (2) years.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must clearly demonstrate all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips here.:

Position requires a minimum of four (4) years of experience in software quality assurance, testing methodologies, and quality control practices.

Experience must include:

• Leading testing efforts on project-level initiatives and acting as the QA point of contact for cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated testing of web-based applications, with a focus on cross-browser compatibility, user interfaces (UI), and functional workflows and in creating test plans and test cases.
• Proficiency in designing and executing moderately complex SQL queries for data validation and defect identification, including working with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle).
• Utilization of quality assurance tools (e.g., ALM, CLM, Azure DevOps, or equivalent) to create test plans, monitor defect lifecycles, and improve project outcomes.
• Utilization of advanced automation testing tools (e.g., Selenium, UFT, etc.), frameworks (e.g., TestNG, JUnit), and continuous integration tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab, Quibble).
• Programming proficiency in automation languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript).
• Strong communication skills, including active listening and empathy, with the ability to convey technical details clearly to diverse audiences.

A master’s degree in Information Technology or an IT related field substitutes for three (3) years of experience, OR an IT related bachelor’s degree substitutes for two (2) years, OR an IT related associate’s degree substitutes for one (1) year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated testing experience with financial operations applications (e.g., payroll, accounting, budgeting, or financial reporting systems) and a demonstrated understanding of compliance, accuracy, and QA processes in financial workflows.
• Experience testing web applications built on .NET frameworks (e.g., ASP.NET, ASP.NET Core), including hands-on API testing using tools such as Postman or SoapUI.
• Experience with or knowledge of using TestMeld to combine or integrate various test suites.
• Familiarity with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner.
• Understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for validating front-end behavior and ensuring UI/UX standards.
• Experience in mentoring junior QA team members and/or leading QA/testing projects.
• Prior work experience within agile development environments, with proficiency in writing and executing test cases based on user stories, acceptance criteria, and sprint goals.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
• Criminal History Check
• Reference Check
• Social Security and Address Verification
• Education Verification
• Other legally required checks

Minnesota IT Services does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota IT Services will not sponsor applicant for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Application Details

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Kristen Haider at kristen.haider@state.mn.us.

Veterans

To be considered for any Veteran's Status, you MUST indicate this on your application.

RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV): Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. You must:

• Meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
• Meet all of the RSV criteria.
• Submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date to: MNIT.Recruitment@state.mn.us.

Current State Employees

• Current State Employees: Please note that employment provisions (including but not limited to seniority and leave accrual) vary among the three branches of Minnesota State government. When considering a job with another branch of state government, you are highly encouraged to explore these differences. For assistance, please direct questions to your current or anticipated Human Resources office.

About Minnesota IT Services

Minnesota IT Services is the information technology agency for the State of Minnesota. MNIT partners with agencies, boards, councils, and commissions to deliver secure, reliable technology solutions as we set IT strategy, direction, policies, and standards statewide. Work for MNIT and be part of a nation-leading IT organization that helps to create an innovative government that works for everyone. Our culture promotes collaboration, demands agility, and encourages us to embrace change. Be a part of something bigger than yourself, something to be inspired by; come to work for MNIT.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.