What are the responsibilities and job description for the QA / Test Automated Engineer position at Luna Data Solutions, Inc.?
We are seeking a QA / Test Automated Engineer for a long-term contract in Austin, Texas.
This position requires in-office work.
Performs highly advanced testing and analysis of production systems and applications. Responsible for the development, validation, execution, and documentation of test plans and test scripts, including unit testing, comparison testing, regression testing, integration testing, and performance testing. Works closely with Business Analysts, Production Control, Operations, and Development throughout the design and execution of test plans. Works under the general supervision of the Quality Assurance Manager of Information Systems with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
• Develops detailed test plans for complex computer applications.
• Reviews user requirements and works to resolve discrepancies and clarify processes.
• Writes and edits detailed test cases based on business user requirements and functional specifications.
Employs automated testing tools to perform functionality testing, including, functional, regression, and system tests to ensure that product is working as expected.
• Mentors other team members on the use of automated functionality testing tools
• Assists in conducting and coordinating all phases of testing.
• Assists functional users involved in User Acceptance Testing and helps verify test results.
• Documents expected and actual test results and records bugs using an automated bug-tracking tool.
• Identifies issues as a result of testing and coordinates resolution.
• Documents test status, outcomes, and metrics.
• Assists with the coordination and verification of various levels of sign-off.
• Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.
• Complies with all applicable agency policies and procedures, including safety and standards of conduct.
• Performs on-call or scheduled after-hours work as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the manager of Quality Control.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
• Attends meetings and calls regularly and punctually.
Qualification Requirements
Education and Training:
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university. Each year of related experience over the required may be substituted for one year (30 semester hours) of required college credit.
Experience Requirements
• 7 years of experience in progressively demanding quality assurance processes and techniques over the full software lifecycle: implementing, upgrading, and maintaining.
• 5 years of experience in testing PeopleSoft Pension, Benefits Administration, and Financials.
• 4 years of experience in testing SharePoint /K2
• 4 years of experience in testing .NET
• 4 years of experience in functionality testing using HP Quick Test Professional (QTP) / Unified Functional Testing (UFT) tool.
• 3 years of experience in using SQL to create queries.
• Proficient in the use of VBScript
• Understanding of Information Security and Artificial Intelligence concepts
• Experience with Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Extensive knowledge of the quality assurance process and techniques over the full software lifecycle.
• Must be proficient in the use of automated functionality testing tools.
• Ability to perform testing in an extensive, highly integrated system.
• Must possess sound analysis and documentation skills.
• Must have excellent communication skills to work with all aspects of the IT organization as well as functional users and management.
• Must be capable of attaining and sustaining the cooperation of other personnel within the ageny
What We Offer:
Competitive Compensation
Generous Benefits package including Medical, dental, vision, Short-term disability and more!
This is a long-term contract opportunity in Austin, Texas and no sponsorship can be provided. Candidates must be able to pass a background check. Luna Data Solutions, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees. All applicants will be considered for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, national origin, genetics, protected veteran status, and/or disability status.
