Job#: 3031367

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Application Tester to join our team in Washington DC.

In this role you will support/develop JAVA based applications along with .NET and MQ messaging. The ideal candidate should be proficient in understanding the Software Development Lifecycle and the supporting software necessary to perform change management. The candidate will be testing various scenarios within the various applications and documenting results. 

Required Qualifications/ Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities

Specific duties include, but are not limited to: 

•           Bachelor’s Degree, Minimum Required Years of Experience =5

•           Must pass a DOJ Minimal Background Investigation, MBI, Level 5 background investigation. Valid EQIP JPAS transfers acceptable

•           Plans and develops functional test plans and for all phases of testing

•           Design, execute, and maintain automated and manual test scripts

•           Generating test data

•           Data Validation, execute regression, functional, load and system testing

•           Verifying results and producing test summaries and defect reports

•           Identifying defects and requirement discrepancies

•           Generating defect change requests and reporting discrepancies

•           Determines test objectives and standards by reviewing customer requirements

•           Conducts application testing of web based systems

•           Captures and documents artifacts and records defects

•           Verifies and validates testing results by accessing and querying databases using MS Access or SQL

•           Reports test outcome by collecting, analyzing, interpreting, summarizing, and displaying data

•           Resolves testing problems by modifying testing methods during tests; conferring with management to revise test objectives and plans

•           Gains an understanding of business requirements, current system operations/functionality and proposed new requirements

•           Participates in design reviews, analysis walkthroughs, and Peer Reviews

•           Must have a working knowledge of Rational ClearQuest & Rational ClearCase

Position Requirements:

•           Excellent verbal and written communication skills

•           Ability to collaborate, communicate, and triage technical issues across teams

•           Experience in software testing, creation, and implementation

•           Candidate must show evidence of personally using Test Strategies, Test Plans, Manual Test Cases, and Automated Test Scripts. 

•           Experience performing both manual and automated software testing

•           Ability to conduct test risk/ system impact analysis

•           Must be detailed oriented, have strong problem solving skills and decision making skills

•           Ability to thoroughly identify, document, and track defects

•           Able to prioritize, multi- task, and excel in a fast-paced, on-time deliverable environment

•           Flexibility to work weekends and off hours as required

Technical Proficiencies

•           Ability to develop automated scripts using advanced techniques. Ability to review test requirements, create automated scripts, and organize into test execution suites using Rational automated test tools, Rational Test Manager, Rational Functional Tester a plus

•           Must have capability to develop SQL to support testing analysis activities, including back end database testing.

•           Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)

•           Hands on experience with Test Complete, Insomnia, Soap UI, Ready API, TOAD, and Data Studio is preferred

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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