Ferguson is a leading provider of quality supplies across various industries, dedicated to simplifying complex projects for its customers. They are seeking a detail-oriented Xactly Testing Specialist to ensure the accuracy and usability of their Sales Compensation SaaS application by designing test plans, identifying issues, and collaborating with development teams.
Develop, document, and complete detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on business and functional requirements for Xactly and related systems.
Perform functional, regression, integration, and support user acceptance testing (UAT) across multiple releases to ensure software meets business and technical requirements.
Identify, log, and track software defects through to resolution using issue tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
Collaborate with developers, product managers, and other partners to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
Work closely with cross-functional teams including Business Analysts, Developers, and Product Owners throughout the SDLC phases (requirements, design, development, testing, deployment and maintenance.
Participate in requirement reviews and provide input on testability of requirements and potential risks.
Conduct regression, performance, and usability testing as needed.
Drive automation initiatives to increase testing efficiency and support continuous improvement of QA practices.
Provide clear and concise feedback on test results, system performance, and data quality.
Maintain and update test documentation and QA metrics.
Qualification
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business or related field (or equivalent experience).
Xactly testing/configuration experience.
2+ years of QA or software testing experience, preferably in SaaS or enterprise applications.
Strong knowledge of test design techniques, software development and defect lifecycle management, and test execution.
Experience with sales compensation, financial, or HRIS systems preferred.
Familiarity with Xactly (Incent, Connect, Analytics) is highly desirable but not required.
Proficiency with tools like JIRA or similar defect/test management tools.
Solid analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred
Experience in testing web and mobile applications.
SQL/querying skills for validating data.
Understanding of API testing and tools.
ISTQB or other QA certification is a plus.
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match
Mental health coverage
Gender affirming and family building benefits
Paid parental leave
Associate discounts
Community involvement opportunities
Since 1953, Ferguson has been a leading source of quality supplies for a variety of industries.