Lead QA Analyst

H&R Block

Lead QA Analyst driving automation initiatives at H&R Block, ensuring application quality and compliance with standards.

Posted 7/12/2026full-timeKansas City • Kansas, Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quality Assurance project management, leading automation initiatives, and architecting advanced test frameworks using C# and related tools. Proficient in API testing, database validation, and implementing scalable automation solutions within Agile and DevOps environments.

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Quality Assurance Project ManagementAutomation Framework DevelopmentC# ProgrammingAPI TestingAgile and DevOps Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Quality AssuranceAutomation TestingC# ProgrammingSQL DevelopmentJavaScript ScriptingVBScript ScriptingDefect Lifecycle ManagementMobile App TestingCross-Browser CompatibilityTest Framework Design

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationStrategic ThinkingProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

NUnitPlaywrightUFTSeleniumPostmanAzureCI/CD WorkflowsAutomation ToolsAI-Driven TechniquesAgile Tools

Industry Keywords

Software Development Life CycleEnterprise-Level ProjectsTest ExecutionDefect TrackingProcess MappingRoot Cause AnalysisCustomer-Centric SystemsScalable SolutionsMulti-Dimensional TestingQuality Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureJavaScriptSDLCSeleniumSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive the definition and validation of business and functional requirements to ensure applications meet specifications, advanced organizational quality standards and strategic objectives.
Lead complex QA automation initiatives by establishing robust strategies, mentoring team members, and championing best practices for scalable, maintainable frameworks.
Architect and maintain advanced automated test frameworks using C# with NUnit, Playwright and custom libraries, integrating Azure-based solutions for secure test data management and seamless end-to-end automation supporting CI/CD workflows.
Perform API testing, database validations, and workflow analysis for system reliability and data integrity.
Apply automation tools and incorporate AI-driven techniques.
Lead functional, integration, regression, and system testing across diverse platforms.
Oversee test execution, defect tracking, and progress reporting.
Coordinate with offshore teams to lead global QA initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering, or a related technology field.
Seven years of Quality Assurance project management experience to include: Lead QA across the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) of enterprise-level projects.
Design and implement highly modular, customer-centric systems including backend services, mobile applications, and cross-channel applications.
Create automation frameworks with UFT, Selenium, Postman and Playwright for functional, integration, regression, and performance testing.
Mobile App Testing and Cross-Browser Compatibility.
Defect lifecycle management and traceability within Agile and DevOps.
Write and optimize automation scripts with JavaScript and VBScript for scalable and maintainable test solutions.
Develop advanced SQL constructs for complex relational validations.
Perform code analysis to identify potential defects, improve test coverage, and validate implementation against requirements.
Create process maps, conduct multi-dimensional root cause analyses, and recommend adaptive testing methodologies.
Mentor QA team members on automation best practices, advanced scripting techniques, and strategic quality frameworks.

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive benefits
support for life both in and outside of work