Among software quality assurance analysts and testers, AI is already used for a large share of the tasks. Measured exposure for software quality assurance analysts and testers: 52% (high).

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About the job

About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.

About the Role

The Quality Assurance Analyst II is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team. This role will be responsible for maintaining a high standard of accuracy and reliability regarding internally developed applications, as well as analyzing software requirements and documentation to create comprehensive testing artifacts and applying appropriate testing techniques in a timely manner. This role will be located in our Global Services Office in Downtown Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Other key responsibilities include:

Creating and effectively executing test planning, manual test case authoring, scripting of automated tests, test execution, defect management, testing metrics and reporting, and other quality artifacts on projects and deliverables

Identifying, investigating, and thoroughly documenting software defects and non-conforming software and performing comprehensive regression tests when defects have been resolved

Providing prioritized issues list to management

Participating in project reviews, risk assessments, retrospectives, sprint and backlog grooming sessions, and test case reviews

Keeping abreast of industry test tools and QA skills, testing approaches, firm technology systems and applications, and technologies to proactively and continually contribute to improving the processes and quality of the firm’s systems

Utilizing AI tools where appropriate to enhance testing activities and support the validation of AI-powered applications and features

Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

We’d love to hear from you if you:

Demonstrate the ability to compose comprehensive test plans and cases

Possess strong analytical skills needed for all primary duties, including comprehending and communicating complex concepts

Display strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes

Demonstrate familiarity with AI technologies and an understanding of the differences between testing traditional software applications and AI-enabled solutions

And have:

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in technology or a related field required

Quality Assurance certifications, preferably

A minimum of three (3) years of advanced Quality Assurance experience

Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

Healthcare, life and disability insurance

A generous 401k plan

At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure

Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)

Professional development programs

Employee discounts

Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

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Pay Range USD $115,000.00 - USD $125,000.00 /Yr.