QA Analyst - 19278
Somewhere · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $95,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Ensure platform quality and reliability.
- Test features, identify bugs, improve user experience.
- Collaborate with engineering and product teams.
- Automate tests and improve QA processes.
- Validate data accuracy and system reliability.
About the role
About The Company
We are a technology-driven company focused on helping businesses accurately monitor and manage employee time tracking. Our platform enables organizations to track when employees clock in and out, ensuring accountability, compliance, and operational efficiency. We serve companies across a variety of industries that rely on accurate workforce data to manage payroll, productivity, and performance. Our mission is to provide reliable, easy-to-use software that simplifies workforce management while delivering real-time insights. We operate in a fast-paced, product-focused environment where quality, reliability, and user experience are critical to success.
We Pride Ourselves On:
- Delivering accurate and dependable workforce tracking solutions
- Building intuitive, user-friendly software
- Maintaining high standards of product quality and reliability
- Supporting businesses with real-time operational insights
About The Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical QA Analyst to ensure the quality and reliability of our workforce management platform. In this role, you will be responsible for testing features, identifying bugs, and ensuring a seamless user experience across the platform. You will work closely with engineering, product, and operations teams to validate functionality and improve overall product quality. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, has a strong eye for detail, and takes pride in delivering high-quality software.
What You’ll Do
Test Planning & Execution
- Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts
- Perform functional, regression, and exploratory testing
- Validate new features before release to ensure they meet requirements
- Ensure consistent product performance across different use cases
Bug Tracking & Reporting
- Identify, document, and track bugs and defects
- Clearly communicate issues with detailed reproduction steps
- Work closely with developers to troubleshoot and resolve issues
- Retest fixes to ensure resolution and stability
Product & Feature Validation
- Collaborate with product and engineering teams to understand requirements
- Ensure features align with business and user needs
- Validate edge cases and real-world usage scenarios
- Provide feedback to improve usability and performance
Automation & Process Improvement
- Contribute to building and maintaining automated test scripts (if applicable)
- Help improve QA processes, standards, and documentation
- Identify opportunities to increase testing efficiency and coverage
Data Accuracy & System Reliability
- Validate time tracking accuracy, calculations, and reporting outputs
- Ensure system integrity across clock-in/clock-out workflows
- Test integrations and data synchronization where applicable
What You Bring
Required Experience
- 5-8 years of experience in Quality Assurance or software testing
- Experience testing web-based applications or SaaS platforms
- Strong understanding of QA methodologies, tools, and processes
- Experience writing clear and structured test cases
- Proven ability to identify, document, and track defects
- High attention to detail and analytical thinking
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Technical Skills
- Experience with QA tools (e.g., Jira, TestRail, or similar)
- Familiarity with bug tracking and test management systems
- Basic understanding of APIs and backend systems (preferred)
- Experience with SQL for data validation (preferred)
- Familiarity with automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, or similar is a plus)
Nice to Have
- Experience testing workforce management, HR, or time-tracking systems
- Experience with payroll-related or compliance-driven software
- Background in automation testing frameworks
- Experience working in agile or scrum environments
- Familiarity with integrations (e.g., payroll systems, HRIS platforms)
Technical Requirements
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- Modern computer capable of running testing tools and environments
- Ability to work overlapping U.S. business hours
- Quiet and professional remote work environment
Work Environment
Fully remote role. Fast-paced, product-driven environment. Collaborative team across engineering and product. Strong focus on quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
Schedule
Monday - Friday. Must overlap with U.S. time zones (Exact hours to be confirmed).
Who This Role is Ideal For
- Detail-oriented professionals who enjoy problem-solving
- Analytical thinkers who focus on accuracy and quality
- Team players who collaborate well with engineers and product
- Self-starters who take ownership of testing processes
- Individuals who take pride in delivering reliable software
What This Role Is Not
- Not a purely manual, repetitive role — critical thinking is required
- Not isolated from product decisions — collaboration is key
- Not a low-impact position — quality directly affects user trust
Why Join
- Work on a product that directly impacts workforce efficiency and accuracy
- Be part of a growing SaaS company with a strong product focus
- Collaborate with a team that values quality and continuous improvement
- Gain exposure to real-world operational and data-driven systems
- Opportunity to grow within QA and product development
Key skills/competency
- QA Analyst
- Software Testing
- Web Applications
- SaaS Platforms
- QA Methodologies
- Test Cases
- Bug Tracking
- Jira
- TestRail
- SQL
Skills & topics
- QA Analyst
- Software Testing
- SaaS
- Web Applications
- Quality Assurance
- Bug Tracking
- Test Automation
- Jira
- SQL
- Remote Jobs
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 5-8 years of QA experience, SaaS testing, and specific tools like Jira or TestRail.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize your understanding of QA methodologies, bug tracking, and SQL for data validation. Mention automation experience if applicable.
- Demonstrate soft skills: Provide examples of your analytical thinking, attention to detail, and collaboration with engineering teams.
- Prepare for remote interviews: Ensure your remote work setup is professional and be ready to discuss your problem-solving approach.
Technical preparation
Master QA methodologies and tools.,Practice writing detailed test cases.,Familiarize yourself with SQL for data.,Review automation tools like Selenium.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex bug you found.,How do you ensure quality in testing?,How do you collaborate with developers?,Share an experience of improving a process.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the QA Analyst role at Somewhere?
- The QA Analyst position at Somewhere is a fully remote role, offering flexibility to work from anywhere. However, candidates must be able to meaningfully overlap with the U.S. Central time zone for effective collaboration.
- What are the key responsibilities of a QA Analyst at Somewhere?
- As a QA Analyst at Somewhere, your key responsibilities include developing and executing test plans, identifying and tracking bugs, validating new features, and collaborating with product and engineering teams to ensure the quality and reliability of the workforce management platform.
- What technical skills are most important for the QA Analyst position?
- The most important technical skills for this QA Analyst role include experience with QA tools like Jira or TestRail, a strong understanding of QA methodologies, experience writing test cases and tracking defects, and familiarity with SQL for data validation. Experience with automation tools is a plus.
- Does Somewhere require specific working hours for remote QA Analysts?
- Yes, while the role is fully remote, QA Analysts at Somewhere are required to work Monday through Friday and must have a meaningful overlap with U.S. Central time zone business hours to facilitate team collaboration.
- What kind of experience is needed to be considered for the QA Analyst role?
- Somewhere is looking for candidates with 5-8 years of experience in Quality Assurance or software testing, specifically with web-based applications or SaaS platforms. A strong understanding of QA methodologies and defect tracking is essential.
- What is the company culture like at Somewhere?
- Somewhere operates in a fast-paced, product-focused environment that highly values quality, reliability, and user experience. They pride themselves on building intuitive software and supporting businesses with real-time insights, fostering a collaborative team atmosphere among engineering and product.
- Are there opportunities for growth in the QA Analyst role at Somewhere?
- Yes, the QA Analyst role at Somewhere offers opportunities for growth within QA and product development. The company provides exposure to real-world operational systems and encourages continuous improvement, making it a valuable role for career development in the SaaS industry.