Title: QA Analyst
Austin, TX, US, 78735
At Exacta Systems, we’re not just shaping the future of gaming—we’re redefining it. As a leader in historical horse racing (HHR) technology, we create cutting-edge gaming solutions that power thrilling player experiences nationwide. Now part of the Churchill Downs family, we’re backed by a storied legacy of excellence in racing and gaming. This new chapter brings exciting opportunities for growth, stability, innovation, and impact. If you're looking for a career where technology meets tradition and where your ideas drive the future, let’s explore the possibilities together!
JOB SUMMARY
Exacta Systems is an industry leader that provides robust innovative solutions to gaming entertainment. We are looking for an experienced testing professional, who is passionate about both quality and testing, to join our growing team. This position is responsible for developing and executing test plans and cases on products, to ensure they meet the requisite functional, technical, and regulatory compliance to maintain high overall product quality. This position also requires an individual who can balance their own projects while maintaining the daily QA Team deliverables.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Responsibilities:
- The QA Analyst is responsible for executing regression, functional and end to end test cases as assigned by Senior or Lead QA Analyst.
- Perform regression testing when defects are fixed.
- Reproducing issues reported from the field and 3rd party partners.
- Work with QA Team to create high-quality test-case based in the requirements, and acceptance criteria.
- Submit and track issues found during testing and ensure that issues are resolved promptly.
- Develop complete knowledge of product to test the functionalities thoroughly.
- Review project requirements and ensure necessary test environments are established for each assigned project.
- Responsible for executing an array of testing methodologies including system testing, regression testing, functional testing, integration testing, API testing, etc.
- Reproduce issues, when necessary, in order to assist software development in resolving the issues.
- Comprehensive understanding of software test methodologies/procedures and the overall product development lifecycle.
- Interface with the Engineering Department to resolve all reported issues before product release.
- Maintain strong professional relationships with other departments, customers, and third-party vendors.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Position Requirements/Skills & Abilities:
- Position requires excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with other team members.
- Ability to effectively work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Capable of providing input and solutions on specific or project wide issues.
- Ability to leverage experience to deliver reliable and repeatable tests.
- Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
- Working knowledge of tools such as JIRA, Practitest, Trello, postman, cypress, etc.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education and Experience:
- 2+ of relevant software testing work experience preferred.
- BS in Computer Science (or equivalent work experience)
- Experience with API testing is a plus.
- Gaming and Pari-mutuel experience a plus
- Experience with Agile methodologies desired.
- Experience with Mongo DB
- Windows server experience preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of test methodologies
- Experience in deriving test plans/cases from system requirements.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Nearest Major Market: Austin
