QA Analyst

QA Analyst Charleston, SC Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications Application Integration Computer Science Bug Tracking (Quality assurance practices) Automation ERP systems Bug Reporting (Quality assurance practices) Selenium Shopify Information Systems Mid-level E-commerce Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Continuous integration Usability User acceptance testing Scripting Developing automated testing protocols Cross-functional collaboration Bachelor's degree in computer science Requirements gathering Communication skills Cross-functional communication Test Planning (Quality assurance practices) Full Job Description Position Overview Maxwood Furniture is a rapidly growing furniture company with an expanding portfolio of brands such as Max & Lily, Plank + Beam, and Maxtrix. Since launching over two decades ago, we have established multiple sales channels including our DTC websites and third-party marketplaces. We're passionate about creating an inspiring and engaging shopping experience for our customers, bringing their home decor dreams to life with stunning, on-trend pieces. We are seeking a new member to join our Engineering team as a QA Analyst. Are you ready to be a part of something amazing? As we continue to scale, we're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive QA Analyst to join our development team. This role will be embedded within our engineering group and play a critical part in ensuring the quality and reliability of our websites and system integrations. The ideal candidate will have strong manual testing skills, a solid understanding of eCommerce platforms (especially Shopify), and an interest in building automated testing capabilities over time. Key Responsibilities Testing & Quality Assurance Perform manual testing across websites, integrations, and new features to identify bugs and usability issues Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and regression testing protocols Document and communicate defects clearly to developers and stakeholders Ensure consistent quality across multiple brands and platforms Automation Strategy & Implementation Evaluate tools and frameworks for automated testing Build and maintain automated test scripts as the QA function evolves Collaborate with developers to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and acceptance criteria Support business owners through user acceptance testing (UAT), providing guidance and structure Participate in sprint planning and retrospectives to ensure QA coverage and continuous improvement Platform & eCommerce Testing Apply knowledge of Shopify to validate storefront functionality, checkout flows, and app integrations Test third-party integrations including ERP systems, product content tools, and marketing platforms Requirements 2+ years of experience in QA or software testing, preferably in an eCommerce environment Strong manual testing skills with high attention to detail and process Familiarity with Shopify, including storefront behavior and app ecosystem Experience with test case management tools and bug tracking systems Exposure to automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress) is a plus Strong communication and collaboration skills Ability to work independently and within a cross-functional team Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field preferred Additional Details This role is based in our Charleston, SC office Hybrid work option available after 90 days of successful in-office performance