PeopleSoft QA Analyst

This role is designed for a PeopleSoft QA Analyst with expertise in leading User Acceptance Testing (UAT) efforts for large-scale ERP implementations. The analyst will play a key role in ensuring the quality of the Florida PALM system by developing test strategies, managing UAT processes, and collaborating with stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

UAT Planning and Coordination :

• Develop comprehensive UAT strategies and plans aligned with project goals.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define testing requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Coordinate test data preparation to ensure availability and accuracy for UAT execution.

Test Execution :

• Lead UAT sessions by guiding end-users through test scenarios based on business requirements.
• Execute manual test cases across various PeopleSoft modules such as GL, AP, AR, PO, or KK.
• Monitor defect tracking processes by logging issues in tools like JIRA or HP ALM.

Quality Assurance :

• Develop test plans, scripts, and traceability matrices from functional specifications.
• Validate workflows, roles, routings, and email notifications within modules like AWE Workflow.
• Conduct regression testing post-defect resolution to ensure system stability.

Stakeholder Engagement :

• Train end-users on UAT processes including defect reporting and resolution workflows.
• Act as a liaison between developers and business users to resolve issues promptly.
• Provide regular status updates on UAT progress to project leadership teams.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience leading UAT efforts for large-scale ERP implementations such as PeopleSoft Financials or HCM.
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies including SIT / UAT planning and execution.
• Hands-on experience with modules like GL, AP, AR, PO, or KK in version 9.2.
• Proficiency in tools like JIRA or HP ALM for defect tracking.
• Coordinate test data preparation to ensure availability and accuracy for UAT execution.

Test Execution :

• Develop comprehensive UAT strategies and plans aligned with project goals.
• Develop test plans, scripts, and traceability matrices from functional specifications.
• Validate workflows, roles, routings, and email notifications within modules like AWE Workflow.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with Florida’s financial systems such as FLAIR or similar public sector ERP environments.
• Experience developing automated test scripts using tools like QTP or Selenium is a plus.
• Strong communication skills to train end-users effectively and manage stakeholder expectations.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Certifications in Quality Assurance or Testing Methodologies are preferred.

This position is critical to ensuring the successful implementation of the Florida PALM project by leading robust testing efforts that guarantee system quality and user satisfaction.