QA Analyst (Release Management) - Washington, DC - Rate Open

Staff4Me is currently seeking a highly experienced and proactive Senior QA Analyst to join our team. As a Senior QA Analyst, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of our software products through rigorous testing and careful analysis. You will work closely with the development team to identify, document, and track defects, as well as contribute to the overall improvement of our QA processes. Responsibilities Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases. Perform functional, regression, and performance testing to identify and report software defects. Conduct thorough root cause analysis of defects and collaborate with the development team to ensure timely resolution. Create detailed test documentation, including test scripts, test data, and test reports. Perform risk analysis and prioritize testing efforts based on the impact and probability of defects. Participate in design and code reviews to provide constructive feedback. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality standards are met throughout the software development lifecycle. Stay updated with the latest testing methodologies and industry best practices. Mentor and provide guidance to junior QA team members. Requirements 5+ years of experience as a QA Analyst, with a focus on software testing. Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Experience in designing and executing test plans, test cases, and test scripts. Proficiency in using test management and defect tracking tools. Solid understanding of test automation frameworks and scripting languages. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Experience in Agile or Scrum development methodologies. Relevant certifications such as ISTQB or CSTE are a plus. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Database Technician supports Tribal participation in major infrastructure projects by overseeing database management, project coordination, and financial tracking under the supervision of the Project Manager. This role ensures accurate data integration for regulatory compliance, environmental review, and engineering assessments while maintaining financial records, procurement oversight, and logistical support. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The successful candidate will: • Maintain GIS databases, environmental records, and regulatory documentation while ensuring the accuracy, security, and accessibility of project-related data. • Provide administrative support for final presentations and compiling and submitting reports to federal, state, and Tribal partners. • Track cultural resource impact assessments to support preservation efforts. • Work alongside the Project Manager to ensure alignment between field operations and administrative workflows. • Coordinate daily database operations with the Tribal Civil Engineer and Natural Resources Department Director. • Provide logistical support to engineering review teams, environmental monitors, and cultural resource specialists. • Assist in processing timesheets, staffing requests, and equipment mobilization as part of the Tribal team’s participation in the project. • Monitor funding allocations, ensuring Tribal participation remains cost-effective and compliant. • Prepare financial summaries and expenditure reports for leadership review. • Assist with grant administration, procurement approvals, and budget forecasting for preconstruction and construction phases. • Maintain contract agreements and financial records aligned with DOT & PF and Tribal financial requirements. • Ensure all regulatory filings, permits, and compliance documentation are properly maintained. • Assist Tribal Civil Engineer and Project Manager in reviewing engineering plans, geotechnical data, and cultural resource findings. • Contribute to weekly and bi-weekly Tribal team meetings, assisting in progress tracking and interagency coordination. JOB SPECIFICATIONS: • Ability to collect data, establish facts, define problems, and draw valid conclusions. • Provide outstanding customer service to external and internal customers. • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, GIS-based data processing, and cloud database systems for regulatory documentation. • Strong knowledge of budget forecasting, grant administration, and procurement tracking for large scale infrastructure projects. • Ability to work well and with a high degree of accuracy in a busy office environment with frequent interruptions and changing priorities. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Strong technical and organizational skills. • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and relationships. • Ability to work independently and interdependently in a positive and productive manner. • Ability to make decisions and exercise good judgement. • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. • Maintain confidentiality and securing sensitive information. • Willingness to learn new skills and be a team player. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Project Management, or related field. • Five (5) + years of experience in database management, project oversight, and financial tracking; Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skill, and abilities. • Ability to manage high-volume data processing and secure documentation protocols. • Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record. • Clean state and federal background check. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: • Knowledge and experience of Knik Tribe’s Service Area and Knik Tribe’s Programs. • Adequate understanding of all Microsoft Office Applications. • Capable of basic maintenance for general office equipment and multi-line phone systems. • Must pass a criminal background check and be free of barrier crimes. • Clean driving record. • Knowledge and application of professional and ethical conduct as guided by Knik Tribal Council Personnel Manual Section 8.1. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: NATIVE PREFERENCE STATEMENT: Pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act of 1975 (PL 93-638) and as further guided by Knik Tribe Native Preference Policy 6.120, Knik Tribe maintains preference in all phases of employment for Alaska Native, American Indian (AN/AI) and Native Hawaiian people, including direct lineal descendants and foster or traditionally adopted children. Also included are non-Native head of household member of Native families, which includes foster or traditionally adopted Native children. DETAILS OF EMPLOYMENT: • Location : 1800 N Laurel Dr, Palmer, AK 99645 and project site • Supervisor: Project Manager • Schedule: Monday – Friday. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Full-time (40 hrs/week), three-year position. • Salary: $31.41 per hour. Plus full benefits: Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid leave and holidays, and retirement plan with matching contributions. To Apply: Submit Resume to: Human Resources at hr@kniktribe.org For more information or to download the job description visit www.kniktribe.org/careers

Role: QA Engineer Location: San Jose, CA – Onsite Position Type: W2 Contract Functionality, performance, and stability of our in-house tool suite. You will work closely with software engineers and other stakeholders to understand requirements, identify potential issues, and drive quality throughout the development lifecycle. Requirements Must Have: • Python 3.1x • Testing on Python • Pytest Testing framework • Parameterized test • Mocking • CI/CD pipeline C/C++ (Priority: 1) Python (Priority: 1) CI/CD Pipeline (Priority:1) 5+ years of experience - Python 3.1x - Working knowledge of software design patterns - Working knowledge of Python unittest testing framework - Understanding of code coverage metrics and how to determine testing quality - Working knowledge of Pytest testing framework • + parameterized tests • + Test that throw exceptions • + Mocking • + Inter-test dependencies and ordering - Working knowledge of Sapling / Mercurial / GIT - Working knowledge of VSCode

POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the Director of Enrollment and Student CRM Systems, the Systems Administration and User Support Specialist play a key role in advancing the effective use and ongoing evolution of the University's Technolutions Slate CRM platform across multiple databases. The specialist serves as both a frontline resource and a subject matter expert for Slate users across campus, guiding adoption through training, documentation, and collaborative problem-solving. In addition to supporting end users, the specialist develops and maintains core CRM functionality (including forms, events, and communication tools), contributes to the design and enhancement of data structures, workflows, applications, portals, integrations, and related components, and ensures data integrity through auditing and resolution efforts. The specialist also partners on cross-functional projects to optimize CRM capabilities for institutional goals, manages testing and quality assurance processes, and oversees team and project productivity practices to support effective collaboration and alignment across university priorities. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: System Configuration, Development, and Customization (40%) Develop communication campaigns, forms, and events/templates in support of core processes and workflows for units across campus. Support and monitor constituency usage of communication, form, and event tools. Customize the CRM configuration in Slate to meet the unique needs of different offices/departments. Assist in development of Slate data structures, workflows, applications, automations, portals, and related infrastructure to support operational requirements and streamline processes for offices across campus. Build and configure application and form processes in Slate (including infrastructure for supporting materials, recommendations/references, checklists, and other processing needs). Build complex, multi-stage workflows to streamline and automate business processes; assist in implementation of appropriate permission settings and access controls, ensuring data security and maintaining compliance. Create and maintain portals for student, staff, and faculty end users, providing secure and personalized access to relevant information, forms, and applications. Stay up to date with industry best practices and technological advancements, exploring opportunities to leverage new features and functionalities of the Slate system. User Training and Support (30%) Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of system configurations, workflows, and user guides to facilitate knowledge sharing and support users. Develop and deliver training programs and materials to educate users on optimized system usage, new features, and best practices. Develop and implement innovative solutions for managing, maintaining, and sharing documentation, training, and instruction materials; conceptualize, design, and/or develop tools and applications to provide robust and user-friendly support resources. Troubleshoot and diagnose user-reported problems, identify and implement solutions, and triage problems to other ESCRMS process owners or Technolutions support as necessary; guide power users in understanding and troubleshooting problems independently. Develop and manage user assistance processes and tools, ensuring rapid and optimal resolution of requests for assistance while optimizing ESCRMS team bandwidth; manage productivity tools (e.g. Airtable, Slack) for use by Slate constituents across campus. Serve as a subject matter expert in Slate administration; develop, train, and guide Slate users across campus; support individual offices in their day-to-day adoption of Slate functionality. System Administration and Maintenance (20%) Develop tools and practices for auditing data in Slate to maintain data integrity. Develop tools for monitoring user adherence to system requirements and best practices, and for automating alert and mitigation notifications. Investigate and resolve system issues, including errors for imports/exports and integrations between systems, and data discrepancies. Assist Slate users with matching and duplication issues in data imports. Assist in design and implementation of system integrations, developing import/export processes in Slate and ensuring seamless and secure data flow between Slate and other applications. ESCRMS Team Management and Process/Tool Development (10%) Continuously evaluate existing team processes and identify areas for improvement. Develop and implement innovative solutions to enhance team productivity and efficiency; manage team productivity tools and practices (e.g. Airtable, Slack). Conceptualize, design, and build tools and applications to support the team's operations; utilize technical skills to create solutions that optimize team performance and decision-making processes; stay up to date with technological advancements and suggest relevant tools to enhance team collaboration. Prepare requests for operating budget; reconcile expenditures, process financial transactions and audit monthly budget reports. CONTACTS: Frequent interaction with Slate users, program managers, and stakeholders across campus. Occasional collaboration with Enterprise Applications (IS), campus data stewards, VP for Enrollment Management, VP for Planning and Policy, University Communications, and Technolutions staff. Occasional contact with vendors providing consulting or development services. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT: Majority of work is completed at two-monitor workstation and requires one to work from computer full-time. Remote work may be considered. QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, skills & ability: Advanced knowledge of relational database (CRM) configuration and management. Strong analytical, research, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex problems. Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to audit data, map processes, and organize/synthesize information from disparate sources. Demonstrated ability to balance multiple projects and tasks and to adapt in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Demonstrated ability to learn new systems, procedures, and processes quickly and independently. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with Slate users and teams across campus. Demonstrated ability to create system/process documentation, develop training materials/plans, and train users. Proficiency in Microsoft suite of products. Knowledge of student information systems (SIS) preferred. Thorough understanding of FERPA and compliance; demonstrated ability to handle highly confidential information. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree required. Prior higher education experience preferred. 3-5 years of experience working in CRM/relational database systems required. Experience in reporting, UX/UI design, and/or web development preferred. WORK HOURS: Full-time; Exempt Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5:00pm PAY STRUCTURE: Pay Grade 6 (Hiring range $47,154 to $62,483 annually)

Company Profile      At Sand Cherry Associates, we excel in the design and delivery of strategic customer-centric initiatives through digitally native, data-empowered solutions.  Our client’s confidence in us is centered on exceptionally skilled, high-energy talent working with the support of the full Sand Cherry team.  Finding the right match for this role is a critical aspect of continuing that success.       Overview   We are looking for an experienced Product Manager. This role is responsible for leading project lifecycle and product development and deployment initiatives for an IP Video product for an enterprise organization. This involves product planning, drafting and refining product requirements, competitive research and analysis, and all product operations through deployment. This position is hybrid and qualified candidate will work on-site in either Philadelphia PA, or Denver, CO a few days a week and other days remote. Candidates must live in either the Philadelphia metro area or the Denver metro area and be willing to go on-site each week some days.     Duties & Responsibilities  Manage products and services utilizing product and/or project management principles, strategy and execution  Understand the current GTM approach and how to engage with stakeholders as necessary for product release solutions  Proven ability to work in large, enterprise organization and communicate effectively with stakeholders  Manage key documentation deliverables such as inputs, outputs, GTM materials   Enhance product management tools, documentation, and reporting  Create and maintain product related information and communication  Create and maintain process workflow documentation to support business needs  Consistently exercise informed judgment and discretion in matters of significance  Direct cross functional teams, such as engineering or development, regarding product requirements  Act instrumentally in connecting Agile and non Agile teams to support product efforts   Requirements Desired Skills and Experience  Minimum 7 years direct product planning, product operations and product management experience  Experience in telecommunications/broadband, data service networks, or contact center environments preferred  Experience working with IP video is required Experience in an Agile or Scaled Agile environment is necessary  Experience with project or program management is necessary Knowledge and understanding of products in a technical capacity, understanding their requirements and related business needs  Experience aligning multiple business groups in a cross-functional, matrixed environment  Ability to drive and lead stakeholder meetings and manage deliverables from development and engineering  Excellent communication skills, utilizing a formal system for communications, reporting intake status, and collaborating with other internal groups  Ability to ramp up on new projects quickly and work autonomously, while actively keeping project team and client informed of milestones and potential issues    Qualifications/Technical Skill Requirements  Excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite products, especially Excel and PowerPoint for tracking, reporting, and executing slide presentations  Experience with MS Project and JIRA are helpful  Experience with broadband technology product solutions/offerings is preferred  Familiarity working with cross functional teams- IT, product development, engineering, and marketing is necessary  Experience managing numerous product lines and providing updates and insights to stakeholders at a variety of levels in a large enterprise organization    Education/Certifications  Bachelor’s degree in Business or other quantitative field  PMP certification is helpful or project management methodology courses  Consulting background is helpful but not required  Compensation For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Sand Cherry Associates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range considers a wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. This is a 6 - 12 month engagement with an annualized salary of $120,000 - $150,000. Years of experience, level of education, geographic location, unique skills/qualifications for the specific role and potential certifications can be key factors in the final compensation for this role. Benefits Our team is unique — we are passionate about what we do. At Sand Cherry, our consultants know they are impacting and shaping our clients’ industries. We recognize our employees for their contributions. Our culture is one of the most friendly and communicative in the consulting industry. Sand Cherry is not a top-heavy organization. We offer the opportunity to be part of a digital workforce. Discover the experience that only comes with self-responsibility in the workplace. Our team members manage their own workloads and are expected to deliver exceptional work for our clients. Professional career growth is one of our main priorities, as we affirm that investing in our consultants and empowering our people will also deliver the best results and value for our clients.

Launch Your IT Career with Northstar Technologies At Northstar Technologies, we don’t just hire talent—we develop it. We’re looking for motivated problem-solvers who want to learn, grow, and build lasting careers in IT. If you bring curiosity, initiative, and the drive to take on challenges, we’ll provide the tools, training, and mentorship to help you succeed! Why Choose Northstar? We believe the best way to grow our company is to grow our people. That’s why every person starts with our hands-on, 3-month remote training program, designed to fast-track your skills with the guidance of team and access to enterprise-level equipment. What We Offer • Accelerated Learning:– In as little as 3 months (or faster, based on your pace). • Mentorship:Learn directly from experienced engineers committed to your growth. • Cutting Edge Tech: Train on modern, enterprise-grade infrastructure.. • Career Growth: Start at $22/hr with a clear path to raises and advancement. • Exciting Travel Opportunities : Gain valuable nationwide project experience, expand your professional network, and build skills in diverse environments. Work, travel, and explore! With 100% travel required, you’ll experience new cities and opportunities while your housing and relocation are fully covered. Comprehensive Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Paid PTO/Holidays. Who We’re Looking For Ideal candidates bring: • Problem-solving skills: You tackle challenges directly and seek new solutions. • A Willingness to Learn: You’re adaptable and eager to gain new skills. • A Team-Oriented Mindset: You value collaboration and open communication. • Attention to Detail: You’re organized and thorough. • Practical Thinking: You approach problems with an open mind and resourcefulness. Requirements: • Ability to pass a comprehensive background check (including criminal history) and drug screen. • 100% travel and relocation required (company provides housing and relocation support). • Flexibility to live and work in project cities for extended periods. • Authorization to work in the U.S. Ready to Move Forward? Send your resume to info@northstar-tek.com and start your journey with Northstar Technologies. We help businesses transform through technology, providing secure, agile, and cloud-ready IT infrastructure solutions. Our services range from strategy and consulting to design, implementation, and support.