Job description
Company Description
Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to accomplish their financial goals and help them save time and money.
We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.
Job Description
The QA Analyst Xcelerator role is designed for students passionate about technology, software quality, and automation. Participants will gain hands-on experience with modern quality assurance practices in a SaaS environment, developing practical skills in testing, data analysis, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Assist Quality Assurance (QA) teams with manual and automated testing across web, API, and mobile platforms.
- You will perform test cases, document defects, and record results using tools such as Jira, Xray, or TestRail.
- Contribute to test data setup, validate environments, and perform regression testing before releases.
- You will collaborate with developers and product managers during sprint planning and release activities.
- Participate in automation script reviews and create exploratory test scenarios to improve coverage.
- You will support the Quality Center of Excellence (CoE) by building metrics dashboards and helping standardize QA processes.
Qualifications
- Education: Last semester or recently graduated in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- English proficiency of at least B2.
- Demonstrated curiosity about how software functions and potential points of failure.
- Basic knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and testing lifecycle concepts.
- Exposure to at least one programming or scripting language (Python, JavaScript, or Java preferred).
- Familiarity with defect tracking or QA tools such as Jira, Postman, or Selenium.
- Approach problems from multiple perspectives, evaluate pros and cons of solutions.
- Provide updates and resolutions to customers and partners, with a collaborative mindset.
Additional Information
This is a home-based permanent role in Costa Rica. No relocation available.
Our benefits include: Medical, life and dental insurance, Asociación Solidarista, International Share Save Plan, Flex Work/Work from home, Paid time off, Birthday day off, Annual Performance Bonus, Education Reimbursement, Family Bonding, Bereavement Leave, Referral Program, and more.
Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian’s culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward and recognition, volunteering… the list goes on. Experian’s people first approach is award-winning; World’s Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.
Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian’s DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.
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