Test Analyst Interview Questions and Answers

Quality test analysts examine the system and process test results. They analyze the data for potential problems and initiate solutions.

Job Interview Questions and Answers
for Quality Test Analysts

Question: Tell me why you would be suitable for the position of a test analyst in our firm.
Answer: Describe any past experience. Be specific – don’t hide behind generalizations. Describe your personal characteristics: analytical thinking and problem solving, team work, etc.

Question: What are your qualifications as a [software/hardware/senior] test analyst?
Answer: The usual necessary qualifications are problem solving abilities and mathematical aptitude. In addition, a good test analyst has good communication skills and can cooperate with engineers and employees to advance solutions to problems.

Question: What tasks did you perform in the capacity of a test analyst in the past?
Answer: You might feel as if you have already answered this question already, but the idea is to be more specific now. For example, you formulated and maintained the organization’s master test plan according to company goals and regulations. Say which company and test plan specifically, unless classified otherwise.

Question: Are you comfortable working in a computerized environment?
Answer: Test analysts are familiar with a variety of software and tools, emulators, applications, etc. Technology and computers are the test analyst’s home turf.

Question: A test analyst’s job is highly technical. Do you think communication skills are important for the job?
Answer: The test analyst does not work alone. He runs the test and draws conclusions in the context of the company as a whole. He then proceeds to cooperate with company employees, department managers, and engineers to initiate, advance, and implement improvement procedures. He reports, regularly and efficiently, to higher management regarding the mode of operation and results.