UAT Analyst
Location: Nashville, TN
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Business Intelligence and Analytics
Job Description Apply Now
The UAT Analyst plays a critical role in supporting successful system implementations by providing essential coordination and governance throughout the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phase. This position is integral to ensuring large-scale technology projects meet business requirements and deliver high-quality solutions. As a UAT Analyst, you will collaborate closely with various stakeholders, including IT partners, system integrators, and client teams, to manage UAT activities, maintain testing plans, track defects, and support overall testing governance. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals seeking to contribute to complex projects within a team-oriented environment and develop expertise in UAT processes. If you are passionate about software quality assurance, business analysis, and enjoy facilitating collaboration among diverse teams, we encourage you to apply for the UAT Analyst position.
Working as a UAT Analyst, you will be responsible for supporting the UAT Lead in daily operations, ensuring that all aspects of the UAT process are executed smoothly and efficiently. Your role will involve coordinating communication among stakeholders, maintaining up-to-date records of testing progress, and organizing meetings to address any identified issues or defects. You will utilize leading defect management tools such as JIRA, Azure DevOps, or SpiraTest to monitor and report on testing outcomes. Your contributions will support the delivery of robust technology solutions that align with client expectations and regulatory requirements, making you a key player in the project lifecycle.
This UAT Analyst position offers the chance to work with a reputable organization known for its industry leadership and commitment to employee development. The company’s collaborative culture provides opportunities for professional growth and the ability to work alongside experienced teams on impactful projects. Working in this role, you will gain exposure to public sector and government IT initiatives, further expanding your knowledge in a rapidly evolving field. The organization’s comprehensive benefits and career advancement programs further enhance the appeal of this opportunity.
UAT Analyst - Summary- Essential contributor to system implementation projects by managing and supporting UAT processes
- Coordinates daily testing activities and ensures effective stakeholder collaboration
- Maintains UAT documentation, tracks defects, and supports governance standards
- Utilizes industry-leading tools for defect management and progress tracking
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic, team-oriented company with a strong industry reputation
- Coordinate and support User Acceptance Testing activities with IT partners, system integrators, and client stakeholders
- Assist the UAT Lead by scheduling and facilitating testing sessions and triage meetings
- Maintain comprehensive UAT plans and documentation, ensuring all testing milestones are met
- Track, document, and report defects using tools like JIRA, Azure DevOps, or SpiraTest
- Prepare regular updates on testing progress, outstanding issues, and risks for project leadership
- Develop and refine templates and guidance materials to enhance client enablement and long-term UAT governance practices
- Foster effective communication across multiple stakeholder groups, including technical and business teams
- Competitive compensation packages designed to attract top UAT Analyst talent
- Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) available to eligible employees
- Access to industry-recognized training, professional development, and potential career advancement
- Supportive, close-knit team culture focused on collaboration and mutual success
- 3-5+ years of professional experience in business analysis, software testing, or quality assurance, preferably on large-scale system implementation projects
- Demonstrated experience coordinating or supporting UAT processes for software or technology implementations
- Hands-on expertise with defect management and tracking tools such as JIRA, Azure DevOps, or SpiraTest
- Excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to coordinate across multiple teams
- Experience working on public sector or government IT projects is highly desirable
- Detail-oriented professional with a strong foundation in UAT processes and software quality assurance
- Effective communicator who excels at facilitating collaboration among technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Proactive problem-solver with a track record of supporting successful project delivery
- Familiarity with developing documentation, templates, and governance materials for UAT
- Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- This UAT Analyst role provides an excellent opportunity to be part of significant system implementation projects, contributing to both business and technical success
- Team members benefit from a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth
- Those with experience in public sector or highly regulated environments are especially encouraged to apply
- Join a company recognized for excellence and a commitment to employee success
- Apply now by clicking the job application button and take the next step in your UAT Analyst career
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.