Quality Assurance Specialist - Azure

Quality Assurance Specialist - Azure Ridgeland, MS Job Details Full-time | Contract $30 - $34 an hour Qualifications Databricks Data Integration (Data management) Azure Bachelor's degree in information technology Computer Science Automation C# IT system monitoring Bug Reporting (Quality assurance practices) Selenium Mid-level Scalable systems SQL Analysis skills Software quality assurance Bachelor's degree Azure DevOps proficiency Developing automated testing protocols Scalability Web applications Agile software development UI Technical troubleshooting support Data validation Playwright Batch data processing Cloud monitoring Bachelor's degree in computer science Python Load Testing Stress Testing Test Planning (Quality assurance practices) Information Technology System performance monitoring Database software proficiency Full Job Description We are seeking Quality Assurance Analysts to support software and technology quality assurance efforts. These roles focus on ensuring the functionality, scalability, and integrity of web-based applications and data pipelines within a Microsoft Azure C# / SQL stack. Candidates will assist senior QA staff, learning testing methodologies, and ensuring the basic functionality of software products. These are full-time contract positions expected to last 4 months, with the possibility of becoming a permanent position. Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable UI automation and end-to-end test suites using tools such as Playwright and Selenium. Plan, execute, and document data integration testing for Azure Databricks and Python-based systems, including batch processes and interface workflows. Plan and execute performance, load, and stress testing to evaluate application response times and scalability within Azure environments. Develop and perform data validation and reconciliation checks against Azure SQL outputs to confirm data accuracy and transformation integrity. Integrate automated test execution into CI/CD pipelines, including Azure DevOps, to support continuous testing and rapid feedback cycles. Execute structured test runs, analyze failures, triage issues, and document defects with clear reproduction steps and supporting evidence. Monitor and analyze system performance using Azure Monitor and Application Insights to identify bottlenecks and throughput constraints. Requirements Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Proven experience performing UI automation, data integration testing, or load and stress testing for web-based applications in cloud-hosted environments. Strong SQL skills with the ability to validate test outcomes, query relational databases, and verify data integrity. Experience with Azure DevOps, Python-based scripting, and maintaining automated testing frameworks. Working knowledge of QA fundamentals, including test planning, defect management, and Agile development environments. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to communicate findings clearly and collaborate effectively within a team. Compensation $30-34/hour

Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

$30.00 - $34.00 per hour Expected hours: 30 - 40 per week

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Azure:

1 year (Required) Software quality assurance: 1 year (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Ridgeland, MS 39157 (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Ridgeland, MS 39157