Quality Analyst

About The Company Optum is a global organization dedicated to delivering innovative healthcare solutions through the integration of advanced technology and compassionate care. Our mission is to help millions of people live healthier lives by providing access to essential health services, pharmacy benefits, data analytics, and resources tailored to individual needs. We foster a culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement, offering talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for career development. At Optum, your work directly impacts community health outcomes, advancing health optimization on a worldwide scale. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people and communities we serve, as we work together to innovate and improve healthcare delivery worldwide.

About The Role We are seeking a dedicated QA/Test Automation Engineer to join our dynamic team at Optum. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our data warehouse, ETL processes, and business intelligence solutions. Your primary focus will be developing and executing comprehensive test plans, automating testing procedures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data-driven solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements, create detailed test cases, and utilize advanced tools and methodologies to identify and resolve defects efficiently. Your expertise will contribute to the continuous improvement of our testing processes, including leveraging AI-enabled tools to streamline workflows and enhance testing accuracy. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects within a supportive environment that values growth, learning, and excellence in healthcare technology.

Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background and relevant experience, including:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in QA/testing, specifically with data warehouse, ETL, or BI testing.
• At least 2 years of hands-on experience with SQL for data validation and test automation.
• Proficiency with QA tools such as HP ALM, JIRA, Azure DevOps (ADO), or similar test management platforms.
• Experience in writing detailed test cases and executing manual and automated testing procedures.

Preferred qualifications include advanced knowledge of modern data architectures, cloud data platforms, scripting for automation, and familiarity with AI/ML validation processes.

Responsibilities Your key responsibilities will include:

• Actively participating in walk-throughs, inspections, reviews, and user group meetings to ensure quality standards are met.
• Developing comprehensive test cases, prioritizing testing activities based on project requirements.
• Executing test cases, identifying, documenting, and reporting defects with appropriate severity and priority levels.
• Performing regression testing whenever code changes are introduced to confirm defect fixes and system stability.
• Preparing detailed status reports to communicate testing progress, issues, and resolutions to stakeholders.
• Gaining in-depth knowledge of systems and applications to improve test quality and coverage.
• Advancing test automation efforts by leveraging current tools and exploring new automation solutions.
• Collaborating within Agile scrum teams, grooming user stories, and defining acceptance criteria to ensure clear testing objectives.
• Sharing ideas and insights effectively with technical and non-technical teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Researching and implementing innovative testing tools, including AI-enabled solutions, to optimize delivery speed and quality.
• Applying data validation techniques, data profiling, and reconciliation methods to ensure data integrity and quality.

You will also be involved in exploring emerging trends in data platforms and automation technologies, continuously seeking ways to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness.

Benefits At Optum, we recognize and reward your performance in an environment that promotes growth, innovation, and excellence. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive salary ranges, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase options, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions. Additional benefits may include health insurance, wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and work-life balance initiatives. We are committed to supporting our employees’ well-being and career aspirations, providing a platform for meaningful contributions and personal growth. Salary for this role typically ranges from $58,800 to $105,000 annually, depending on experience, education, and location, in compliance with applicable minimum wage laws.

Equal Opportunity

Optum is an equal employment opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and fairness, regardless of race, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We value diversity and are dedicated to fostering a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected status, and we ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. We also maintain a drug-free workplace, requiring candidates to pass a drug test before employment begins.