[Hiring] Lead Manual and Automation Tester, Scrum Master @soteria

Role Description

As Test Lead, will perform test execution and provide ad hoc testing support throughout all SDLC phases, create/execute test scenarios, work with development team for defect resolution as necessary, and demonstrate user stories and functionality to client.

• Perform verification of test conditions using backend systems, including running SQL queries, and checking service responses using Postman, SoapUI or similar tools.
• As Scrum Master, will provide direction to the development and testing team members, conduct Agile Ceremonies, oversee work and release management.
• Successful candidates will ensure quality, meeting the specified expectations, reducing the risk of errors and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience creating documentation and communicating clear concise test plans, test scenarios and test cases using Client ALM or similar testing tools.
• Proficient in running manual tests, and able to recognize when and how to incorporate automated testing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce expenses.
• Experience building and utilizing Test Automation scripts and framework (UFT).
• Ability to create detailed defect reports which is crucial to understanding software issues and providing a thorough explanation of the software's status for other team members.
• Utilization of DevOps and Agile methods to promote collaboration and flexibility in software testing and development.
• Experience using Version One or other work management tools.
• Strong understanding of the complete life cycle of a system (SDLC) application and operating systems.
• Knowledge of Web services and verification tools such as Postman, SoapUI.
• Comprehension of Database and writing SQL queries.
• Research/troubleshoot ad hoc questions and support issue.
• Motivated self-starter with excellent analytical, organization, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with key stakeholders, Solutions Architects, Product Owner, Managers and Developers.

Requirements

• A minimum of eight (8) years experience in software development, software quality assurance/control, and/or related field.
• A degree from an accredited College/University in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline is preferred.
• Able to perform all functional duties independently on high-visibility programs, or mission critical aspects of a given program.
• Able to oversee the efforts of direct reporting resources and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job.
• Experience training/mentoring less experienced personnel.
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with formal software testing for complex software applications.
• Extensive experience testing software applications, identifying/documenting defects, and working with developers and end users to resolve defects.
• Extensive experience with multiple defect tracking tools (e.g. Rational, Mercury).
• Extensive experience authoring software-quality-related documentation such as requirements specifications, test plans, test cases, test scripts and test reports.
• Able to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance.
• Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.
• All candidates must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
• Candidate must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)