Job Summary:
Are you a person that enjoys learning and discovering how things work, and how they help address a problem or a need? Do you like breaking things to make them harder, better, faster, and stronger?
Are you interested in learning how mission critical software is built and tested?
If you said “yes” then we want to talk to you!
As a member of the Trapeze Enterprise Asset Management team, you will have the opportunity to understand, use, and test transit mission critical software. You will be working with the individuals building software products and solutions that are helping move millions of people on a daily basis across North America and the world.
We’re looking for passionate and creative individuals to help us shape how we test our enterprise-grade software. You will use your technical and analytical skills to help us test key areas of our software as well as to define creative strategies to ensure we’re testing high value areas.
Job Description:
Position Overview
The Intermediate Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst in Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) plays a crucial role in ensuring the reliability, functionality, and efficiency of EAM systems and processes. This professional is primarily responsible for executing test strategies, developing quality standards, and supporting project teams in delivering robust asset management solutions to the organization or its clients. The analyst will collaborate with developers, support analysts, and stakeholders to maintain the highest standards of quality in software and process deliverables related to asset management across the enterprise.
Key Responsibilities
Test Planning and Execution
- Develop, document, and implement test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on business and technical requirements for EAM systems and applications.
- Execute manual tests to validate system functionality, integration, performance, and security according to defined quality standards.
- Identify, document, and track software defects, inconsistencies, and performance issues throughout the project life cycle.
- Work closely with development, support, and implementation teams to ensure timely resolution of identified defects.
Quality Assurance Processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and maintain QA best practices and testing methodologies for EAM.
- Assist in the development and enforcement of quality assurance policies and procedures specific to asset management operations and technology.
- Participate in peer reviews of test plans to ensure completeness and testability.
- Document and communicate test results, quality metrics, and overall system readiness to stakeholders.
Continuous Improvement
- Proactively identify process improvements, automation opportunities, and new testing tools or techniques to enhance QA effectiveness in the EAM domain.
- Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and regulations impacting enterprise asset management and QA practices.
- Provide recommendations to refine asset management workflows and support change management initiatives.
- Deliver training and guidance to junior QA staff and support knowledge sharing across the team.
Documentation and Reporting
- Prepare and maintain comprehensive QA documentation, including test plans, defect logs, and summary reports.
- Track and report key quality metrics, such as defect density, test coverage, and test execution progress, to project managers and leadership.
- Create internal documentation or contribute to training materials as required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent work experience.
- 3+ years of experience in quality assurance or software testing, preferably within the enterprise asset management sector or related enterprise software domains.
- Solid understanding of EAM systems (such as IBM Maximo, SAP EAM, Infor EAM, or similar platforms) and relevant business processes.
- Proficiency in software testing methodologies, including system, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing.
- Familiarity with automated testing tools (e.g., PlayWright, Selenium, TestComplete), scripting languages, and defect tracking systems (such as JIRA, Bugzilla, or similar).
- Experience with SQL queries, data validation techniques.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certifications such as ISTQB Certified Tester, Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA), or equivalent.
- Hands-on experience with cloud-based EAM solutions as well as desktop and mobile applications.
- Understanding of asset lifecycle management, predictive maintenance, and reliability-centered maintenance principles.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements relevant to asset-intensive industries (e.g., utilities, manufacturing, transportation).
- Previous experience working in Agile or DevOps environments.
Key Competencies
- Attention to Detail: Ability to spot inconsistencies, errors, and gaps in system functionality or documentation.
- Analytical Thinking: Skilled at dissecting complex system requirements and identifying critical test scenarios.
- Collaboration: Works effectively within teams, building relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.
- Adaptability: Flexible and resilient in response to rapidly changing business and technology environments.
- Initiative: Takes proactive steps to promote quality and continuous improvement.
- Communication: Strong ability to articulate issues, propose solutions, and maintain clear documentation.
Work Environment
The Intermediate QA Analyst will typically work in a fully remote setting. The role may involve collaborating with teams across multiple time zones. Flexibility to adjust work hours for project needs or critical deployments is expected.
About the Organization
The hiring organization is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We support professional development, ongoing learning, and a collaborative work environment that values creativity, accountability, and excellence in all aspects of enterprise asset management.
We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our passion for quality and innovation in asset management solutions.
Worker Type:
Regular
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