*QA Tester* *Direct client*
*Ann Arbor**, MI*** *Long term duration* *Rate: $37 MAX** * *MUST PROVIDE LAST 5 DIGITS OF SS#* *MUST PROVIDE 3 PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES WITH NAME, COMPANY, TITLE AND PHONE OR EMAIL* *LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY* Description: *Local candidates only. Must interview in person. * *Position Comments: Automation tester will be specifically responsible for Load & Performance testing, so a background in testing applications using significant user concurrency - especially via the internet is highly desirable of this position.* *Summary: *Responsible for the planning, coordination and monitoring of automated testing tools and strategies. Also creates, implements and executes automated test scripts and test cases for software project releases. *Essential Duties and Responsibilities:* • Develops and maintains master test automation plan for software project releases. • Manages the overall test automation process per the testing methodology, and ensures the testing methods meet the specifications. • Specifies, builds, manages and organizes relevant test environments and infrastructure. Uses script checks to verify a healthy test environment. • Develops, maintains and upgrades automated test scripts, utilities, simulators, data sets and other programmatic test tools required to execute test plans. • Effectively communicates testing activities and findings in oral and written forms. • Controls and manages daily test automation activities. • Provides internal quality assurance. • Identifies risks and develops mitigation strategies. • Reports on progress of the test automation process. • Evaluates the overall test automation process. • Coordinates project planning efforts with other areas or cost centers affected by work unit projects. • Coordinates fail-over testing when new or major changes are made to an infrastructure. • Administers and controls test tools. • Creates, organizes and maintains the automated test script library. • May mentor or train other Automation Testers in processes, methods, tools and best practices. • Performs other related duties as assigned. *Qualifications: *To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. *Complexity of Work:* Moderately routine; general policies applied. Some decision-making. *Education: *Bachelor’s degree from a four year college or university in computer science, management of information services or a related field. *Experience:* 5-7 years in quality assurance with full life-cycle test, writing test plans, developing test cases and implementing test strategies; including two years leading complex test programs and two years experience with testing tools; or equivalent combination of education and experience. ** Need some Performance & Load test experience * Would prefer candidates with SQL experience * Would prefer candidates who have programming experience beyond automated scripting tools * Would prefer candidates who have experience working on complex web applications * Would prefer candidates who have experience with XML / HTTP programming * Experience with Silk Performer a significant plus. * *Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: *• Thorough knowledge of methods, tools, and technology used in automated testing, such as LoadRunner and WinRunner, Silk Test & Silk Performer, QTP, Watir/Ruby • Thorough knowledge and use of quality management methods, tools, and technology used to create and support defect-free, application software that meets the needs of the client/business partner • Considerable knowledge of the basic principles, processes, phases and roles of application development methodologies • Considerable knowledge of primary database engines such as Oracle, SQL Server, DB2 with a demonstrated ability to write complex queries to be used for data validation and troubleshooting • Considerable knowledge of object-oriented development tools, techniques, and principles with expertise in at least one object-oriented language • Considerable knowledge of functions, features, and components of existing and planned operating systems and applications • Knowledge and experience with source and change control management methods, tools and technologies • Considerable skill in understanding and focusing on the clients’ needs, establishing credibility and building relationships with clients • Considerable skill in analysis, solid decision-making and problem solving • Ability to manage change throughout the test automation process • Ability to deliver results under pressure • Ability to manage conflicting interests and identify compromises • Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and teambuilding skills, working with technical and non-technical individuals at various levels of management and non-management positions • Ability to communicate with individuals at a level appropriate for the audience • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, vendors and public • Ability to effectively lead and supervise *All candidate must be located onsite in Ann Arbor, not remotely.* Satish Kumar Technical Recruiter XpertTech Inc 400 W Cummings Park, Suite#2850 Woburn, MA-01801 Email: [email protected] Phone: 781-497-2964 Fax: 978-405-5040 www.xperttech.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Business Objects User Group" group. 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