Business Analyst / QA – Test Automation

Business Analyst / QA – Test Automation Req number: R8808 Employment type: Full time Worksite flexibility: Hybrid Who we are CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise. Job Summary As a Business Analyst / QA – Test Automation professional, you will lead cross-platform regression testing at the API and workflow layers for key initiatives. Job Description We are looking for a Business Analyst / QA – Test Automation professional to lead cross-platform regression testing at the API and workflow layers for key initiatives supporting a New Jersey state agency, including the agency's HR Modernization initiative. You will build automated tests and a reconciliation harness that proves the new system produces the same results as the legacy system. This position will be full-time contract and hybrid in Trenton, NJ. Only work authorizations not requiring sponsorship now or in the future will be considered. Local candidates only, please. What You’ll Do Define and run cross-platform regression testing at the API and workflow layers Maintain regression suites as the system changes across releases Build automated tests against APIs and event-driven services Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and report results to delivery teams Build a reconciliation harness that compares the outputs of two systems processing the same inputs Analyze and categorize discrepancies and route them to the right team for resolution Manage test data across environments working with the Data Engineer on masked data sets Source expected results only from production output and reject machine-generated expected values Work with the Rules Verification Business Analyst to keep test oracles traceable to their origin Log track and verify defects through resolution Report test coverage pass rates and reconciliation results to the Project Manager What You’ll Need Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university 5+ years of experience in quality assurance including 3+ years of test automation 5 years with test automation against APIs and event-driven services 5 years experience building a reconciliation harness that compares outputs of two systems processing the same inputs 5 years experience with test data management Discipline to source expected results from production output only and to reject machine-generated expected values 5+ years roficiency with test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira Preferred: Parallel-run or dual-run validation on a prior modernization Familiarity with statistical sampling ISTQB or comparable testing certification Experience supporting State of New Jersey agencies Physical Demands Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc. Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer utilizing a mouse keyboard and monitor #LI-JH1 Reasonable accommodation statement If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to or (888) 824 – 8111. EEO Statement It is the policy of Computer Aid, Inc.(CAI) not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment. Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited. $73-$83 per hour The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.