JOB TITLE: Technology Enablement – Regression Testing - Application Analyst, Intermediate Level
Career Framework Job Family: Application Development
Organization: Enterprise Foundations
Supervisor: Manager, Regression Testing
Regression QA Analyst
JOB SUMMARY:
This position performs manual and automated testing for a list of assigned applications/processes including (but not limited to) Oracle, PowerPlan, and third-party applications used by Southern Company subsidiaries. The role creates and maintains test assets (scripts, test data, and regression suites), supports defect management and test reporting, and coordinates testing activities with Product Delivery, business stakeholders, and workstream support teams. While posted at an intermediate level, the ideal candidate will be able to operate independently and may provide day-to-day guidance to other QA analysts during test cycles.
Responsibilities :
Test Execution:
- Own and drive functional, regression, and UAT testing for assigned enterprise applications (Oracle Cloud ERP, EPM, HCM, OCI, PowerPlan, Maximo, and other third-party applications); may serve as test lead for an assigned application suite or release.
- Develop and execute automated tests using Tricentis Tosca.
- Leverage AI-enabled test automation capabilities within Tricentis Tosca (e.g., model-based automation, automated test case design, and self-healing maintenance features where available) to improve test coverage, resiliency, and execution efficiency; AI-enabled Tosca automation experience is a strong plus.
- Partner with Product Delivery and business stakeholders to understand changes, define test scope/approach, and ensure release readiness using Southern Company testing and release tools.
- Test key financial and expenditure controls as required.
- Execute complex functional and integration test scenarios (including cross-module and external system integrations) and coordinate test execution with other QA analysts as needed.
- Perform post-deployment smoke testing and production validation (including warranty support).
Test Management:
- Develop test strategies, plans, and detailed test cases based on requirements and solution design.
- Maintain test assets (scripts, test data, and regression suites); manage defects in qTest/JIRA; and produce test summaries and metrics.
- Perform root cause analysis for critical defects and collaborate with Product Delivery and support teams to drive timely resolution.
- Participate in requirements and design reviews to confirm acceptance criteria and testability.
- Provide day-to-day guidance to other QA analysts during test cycles and share best practices (mentoring experience preferred).
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, IT, Accounting, or related discipline is required.
- 5+ years of hands-on testing experience with Oracle Cloud applications.
- Preferred: 7+ years of QA/testing experience and prior experience serving as a test lead (e.g., driving test planning/execution and coordinating UAT with business users).
- Experience with AI-enabled test automation capabilities in Tricentis Tosca (and/or similar AI-assisted automation features), including optimizing regression suites through automated test design and reduced script maintenance is preferred.
- Experience testing enterprise finance, HR, and/or planning processes in Oracle (and/or PowerPlan or Maximo) is preferred.
- Strong requirements review, analytical, and problem-solving skills are required.
- Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies is required.
- Familiarity with Maximo related business processes is desired.
- Data management skills and proven working use of SQL through Southern Company supported tools, i.e. TOAD, SQL Developer, etc. is desired.
- High degree of initiative and personal responsibility “ownership” for assignments.
- Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work with a team, build superior customer relationships, mentor others, and collaborate with interfacing support teams, Business Process teams, etc.
Knowledge, Skills & Capabilities:
Required (in addition to Education & Experience):
- Deep functional knowledge of assigned Oracle application suite (ERP, HCM, or EPM).
- Strong understanding of business processes (Finance, HR, or Planning).
Core skills:
- Strong interest in enterprise technology and continuous learning.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills; able to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Well-organized; able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Able to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team environment.
Solution Technical Skills:
Demonstration of good understanding in several concepts including:
- Monitoring, Troubleshooting, Root Cause Analysis and Log Analysis.
- Scripting, Process Automation & Optimization
- Operating systems, Databases and Networking
- Cloud Services
- Basic understanding of Security
- Agile concepts and Incident Management
- Business Continuity
Behavioral Attributes
- Takes personal ownership of career development.
- Demonstrates “ Our Values ” - Safety First, Intentional Inclusion (We are One Team), Act with Integrity, Superior Performance
- Continuous learner with a high level of interest in learning and applying new technologies and concepts.
- Result Oriented, can act with speed and decisiveness; take initiative and does what it takes to meet commitments.
- Focus on quality, reliability, and efficiency.
- Effective in organizing tasks, managing multiple priorities, meeting schedules, and delivering on commitments.
- Methodical approach to solving problems.
About Southern Company
Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 17879
Job Category: Information Technology
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Southern Company Services
