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Title: Lead Test Engineer
Location: 100% Remote
Pay Rate: Open to Both W2 and established 1099's
Position Type: Contract, long term expected
This is a Senior/Lead Test Engineer role requiring a minimum of 10+ years of technology testing experience. The position focuses on leading complex integration, regression, and functional testing; creating technically complex test plans and cases; executing and troubleshooting manual and automated testing; performing advanced defect/root-cause analysis; and ensuring testing complies with established client standards.
Candidates must be ISTQB Foundation level certification (CTFL) certified and DevOps Institute DevOps Foundation (DOFD) certified.
Candidates must have hands on UFT automation experience, 10+ years of testing, complex test-plan development, advanced defect/RCA skills, SAFe/SDLC experience, and the ability to lead/mentor other testers while independently handling complex testing assignments.
The ideal candidate should be able to work independently while leading/mentoring test teams, collaborate with developers and business stakeholders, participate in SAFe Agile/SDLC activities, analyze risks and downstream impacts, and recommend improvements to testing processes. Strong experience with UFT automation, XPath troubleshooting, databases, test management, and defect lifecycle processes is particularly important.
Description
Performs and leads large test teams in documenting and executing integration, regression, and functional testing of complex and moderately integrated systems to ensure compliance with system requirements or use cases by following Navy Federal test practices and policies and utilizing approved testing tools. Writes technically complex level test plans. Conducts the analysis of functional and technical requirements and the creation and editing of test cases for new or modified systems. Detects and documents defects/bugs identified during testing and recommends prioritization for solutioning of defects. Provides coaching to peers on simple test practices. Runs and trouble shoots test automation scripts for systems under test. Works independently with discretion.
Responsibilities
Create complex Test Plan documents utilizing client’s Test Standards and templates
Perform complex analysis and interpret results, present recommendations, potential alternatives, risks, and downstream impacts
Ensure clear, concise, and effective communication including progress reports, test case or plan documentation, root-cause defect reporting, risks, blockers, etc., to facilitate accurate understanding of testing activities
Coordinate and perform testing of complex systems during the System Integration Testing phase
Participate in complex System Development Life Cycles activities utilizing SAFe Agile best practices and methodologies
Participate in sizing and estimation for complex projects and changes
Serve as subject matter expert and mentor to peers
Create and/or update complex manual test case within the approved and appropriate test tool(s)
Build complex manual test case with automation in mind by following test management guidelines
Execute complex automated test cases and automation scripts
Update complex automation test cases while trouble shooting errors
Update automation parameterization files using NFCU's UFT framework; update as needed when trouble shooting errors. Utilize xpath tools to troubleshoot web element issues
Write end to end moderately complex automated test case independently, ensuring adherence to established policies and best practices
Create all required documentation (test results, knowledge articles, sign-off, etc.) following client’s Testing Standards, tools and templates
Document defects/bugs and follow established defect/bug lifecycle procedures and policies
Perform advanced level root cause analysis for identified defects/bugs, provide detailed documentation and insights to developers for solutioning
Collaborate with peers, Developers, business partners and all other stakeholders to ensure business needs are communicated, documented, and satisfied
Perform analysis related to changes in policies, procedures, and products; determine downstream impacts on testing
Analyze and identify moderately complex process, data or technology improvement opportunities, provide recommendations to include risk considerations and downstream impacts
Provide recommendations related to testing practices to facilitate process optimization
Participate in project and product team meetings, collaborating and contributing while maintaining line of sight on goals and objectives
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training or experience
10+ years of experience in technology testing
Complete knowledge and understanding of business area/specialization Advanced technical skills working with various software programs
Advanced knowledge of testing tools, dependent on the project/product
Advanced knowledge of various database types
Advanced research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Advanced written and verbal communication skills
Advanced knowledge of testing processes, including creating a test plan and opening bugs
Ability to handle fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines
Significant experience working and participating in cross-functional, multi-dimensional teams and projects
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Significant experience following Systems Development Life Cycles
Advanced organizational, planning and time management skills
Advanced skill communicating with all levels within an organization
Advanced skill maintaining accuracy with attention to detail and meeting deadlines
Advanced skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives, and information clearly and concisely
Advanced skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
Advanced knowledge of client’s services, products, and functions
Experience working in an IT environment
Advanced knowledge of client’s business processes and applications
ISTQB Foundation level certification (CTFL)
DevOps Institute DevOps Foundation (DOFD)
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Location: 100% Remote
Pay Rate: Open to Both W2 and established 1099's
Position Type: Contract, long term expected
This is a Senior/Lead Test Engineer role requiring a minimum of 10+ years of technology testing experience. The position focuses on leading complex integration, regression, and functional testing; creating technically complex test plans and cases; executing and troubleshooting manual and automated testing; performing advanced defect/root-cause analysis; and ensuring testing complies with established client standards.
Candidates must be ISTQB Foundation level certification (CTFL) certified and DevOps Institute DevOps Foundation (DOFD) certified.
Candidates must have hands on UFT automation experience, 10+ years of testing, complex test-plan development, advanced defect/RCA skills, SAFe/SDLC experience, and the ability to lead/mentor other testers while independently handling complex testing assignments.
The ideal candidate should be able to work independently while leading/mentoring test teams, collaborate with developers and business stakeholders, participate in SAFe Agile/SDLC activities, analyze risks and downstream impacts, and recommend improvements to testing processes. Strong experience with UFT automation, XPath troubleshooting, databases, test management, and defect lifecycle processes is particularly important.
Description
Performs and leads large test teams in documenting and executing integration, regression, and functional testing of complex and moderately integrated systems to ensure compliance with system requirements or use cases by following Navy Federal test practices and policies and utilizing approved testing tools. Writes technically complex level test plans. Conducts the analysis of functional and technical requirements and the creation and editing of test cases for new or modified systems. Detects and documents defects/bugs identified during testing and recommends prioritization for solutioning of defects. Provides coaching to peers on simple test practices. Runs and trouble shoots test automation scripts for systems under test. Works independently with discretion.
Responsibilities
Create complex Test Plan documents utilizing client’s Test Standards and templates
Perform complex analysis and interpret results, present recommendations, potential alternatives, risks, and downstream impacts
Ensure clear, concise, and effective communication including progress reports, test case or plan documentation, root-cause defect reporting, risks, blockers, etc., to facilitate accurate understanding of testing activities
Coordinate and perform testing of complex systems during the System Integration Testing phase
Participate in complex System Development Life Cycles activities utilizing SAFe Agile best practices and methodologies
Participate in sizing and estimation for complex projects and changes
Serve as subject matter expert and mentor to peers
Create and/or update complex manual test case within the approved and appropriate test tool(s)
Build complex manual test case with automation in mind by following test management guidelines
Execute complex automated test cases and automation scripts
Update complex automation test cases while trouble shooting errors
Update automation parameterization files using NFCU's UFT framework; update as needed when trouble shooting errors. Utilize xpath tools to troubleshoot web element issues
Write end to end moderately complex automated test case independently, ensuring adherence to established policies and best practices
Create all required documentation (test results, knowledge articles, sign-off, etc.) following client’s Testing Standards, tools and templates
Document defects/bugs and follow established defect/bug lifecycle procedures and policies
Perform advanced level root cause analysis for identified defects/bugs, provide detailed documentation and insights to developers for solutioning
Collaborate with peers, Developers, business partners and all other stakeholders to ensure business needs are communicated, documented, and satisfied
Perform analysis related to changes in policies, procedures, and products; determine downstream impacts on testing
Analyze and identify moderately complex process, data or technology improvement opportunities, provide recommendations to include risk considerations and downstream impacts
Provide recommendations related to testing practices to facilitate process optimization
Participate in project and product team meetings, collaborating and contributing while maintaining line of sight on goals and objectives
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training or experience
10+ years of experience in technology testing
Complete knowledge and understanding of business area/specialization Advanced technical skills working with various software programs
Advanced knowledge of testing tools, dependent on the project/product
Advanced knowledge of various database types
Advanced research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Advanced written and verbal communication skills
Advanced knowledge of testing processes, including creating a test plan and opening bugs
Ability to handle fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines
Significant experience working and participating in cross-functional, multi-dimensional teams and projects
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Significant experience following Systems Development Life Cycles
Advanced organizational, planning and time management skills
Advanced skill communicating with all levels within an organization
Advanced skill maintaining accuracy with attention to detail and meeting deadlines
Advanced skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives, and information clearly and concisely
Advanced skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
Advanced knowledge of client’s services, products, and functions
Experience working in an IT environment
Advanced knowledge of client’s business processes and applications
ISTQB Foundation level certification (CTFL)
DevOps Institute DevOps Foundation (DOFD)
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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