Software Test Engineer Job Description

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Job summary 1

We are seeking a Software Test Engineer with hands-on industry experience and a real passion for testing and improving product quality. You should be able to review and analyze technical requirements, gain a thorough understanding of project scope and create and execute test cases that are aligned with project parameters, test strategy and testing goals. You will work closely with the product and business teams to help us improve our suite of products and launch new and exciting features.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Develop and maintain test cases following approved software methodology guidelines
Execute manual and automated test cases
Document test execution results and report testing activity status
Assist with creating documentation such as test management plans, use cases, and test scenario templates
Detect errors, research the origin of errors and recommend bug fixes
Review technical documentation and help maintain knowledge about software releases
- Install/update software on machines in test environments
- Maintain industry/technical knowledge base and facilitate/maintain industry relationships
- Demonstrate a commitment to provide customer-focused quality service

Requirements & Skills 1

A Bachelors or a Masters degree in computer science (or related)
Knowledge of testing tools is a big plus although not mandatory
- Prior Testing Experience will be given preference
- Be data oriented and analytical
- Excellent oral and written communication skills

Job summary 2

The Software Test Engineer will perform ambiguity reviews of business and software requirements, execute tests, log defects, and report test metrics and test status to the project teams. This role requires a deep experience in software test strategy, creation of test process results, test metric definition and industry standard report definition.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

You will work closely with architects, business analysts, developers and project managers to assist teams through task management for the successful and on time delivery of projects with the highest quality as possible
You may lead projects and have interaction with managers, leads and peers to share information and clarify instructions
Another responsibility within this role will be building test plans using standard templates defined by the organization
Works with expert test leads to assist in test strategy and process improvements
- Builds manual test cases and automated test scripts. Logs, tracks and verifies resolutions of requirements and software defects
- Review test plans written by others and provide feedback/assistance
- Ability to handle work across multiple projects and ability to lead all testing activities on a project

Requirements & Skills 2

A minimum bachelor's degree in a technical field, preferably in MIS or CS
5+ years of overall Test experience
Experience of test automation using Selenium, functional test case creation and execution
Java for UI & API applications - Has deep experience of software test strategy, test case management and software quality reporting. Functional and automation testing on API applications will be added advantage
Proven ability to drive teams through all aspects of software quality (functional, non- functional, automation)
Knowledge of test management using Azure DevOps
- Enterprise level IT experience in a lead role
- Over 5 years of testing eCommerce or Retail platforms
- Experience using modern test frameworks such as Jasmine, Karma and JavaScript frameworks

Job summary 3

We're looking for a Software Test Engineer. Using your strong programming and analytical skills, you’ll be responsible for coding custom solutions using cutting edge automated functional and performance software solutions to support complex software applications and architectures.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Work alongside development teams to verify application functionality, usability, scalability and data validity.
- Assist application owners with regression testing, script testing, user acceptance testing and test architecture support.
- Develop and maintain reusable code libraries to help build streamlined and efficient development/testing processes.
- Evaluate and analyze automation metrics, providing feedback to developers, system architects and subject matter experts.

Requirements & Skills 3

Proficiency in a mainstream programming language such as Java, C++, C#, C, PHP, .NET, or other.
Desire to learn and utilize emerging technologies while working in a stimulating team environment.
Professional appearance and the ability to communicate clearly

Job summary 4

The Software Test Engineer will test software in an Agile development environment to support customers. He or she will apply proven analytical and problem-solving skills to help validate, verify, communicate, and resolve systems/software application issues through testing to maximize the benefit of information technology investments and initiatives for customers. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of experience in software testing, with experience in SoapUI, LoadUI, and/or Selenium preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Plan, design, architect, and deploy effective formal test suites
Work with development team to understand requirements and report possible conflicts and resolutions
Identify system anomalies and diagnose possible causes
Develop test plans and procedures, including the collection of data and technical information
Support testing scenarios of system functionality
- Execute defined test cases and procedures as detailed in the test documentation
- Assist in the development of test data to be used in performing required tests; responsible for documentation of test results in the proper logs and/or tracking systems
- Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements & Skills 4

Experience Requirements: Minimum 1 year of software testing experience
Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution in computer science, computer engineering, or closely related field preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Desired Skills / Qualifications: SoapUI, LoadUI, and/or Selenium; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team

Job summary 5

We are currently seeking a Software Test Engineer who will develop and execute software test plans, designs, and automate test scripts. Also required are strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate with business partners and customers in a non-technical manner while delivering on business requirements and value.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Participate in all aspects of the product development life cycle from design to deployment
Collaborate within your team to understand business requirements and provide feedback on appropriate testing methods and processes
Building high quality test automation suites
Building high quality test plans
- Document, handle, and verify bugs
- Increasing overall team skills by mentoring and coaching the team on automation
- Contribute to testing environment configuration and deploymentParticipate in all aspects of the product development life cycle from design to deployment.

Requirements & Skills 5

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
2+ years of experience working in development teams.

Job summary 6

We are currently seeking a Software Test Engineer for a leading investment data and analytics company. The Software Test Engineer will create and deliver tests for the data and analytics services with a back-end focus.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Isolate and report bugs
Create tests from scratch and write testing automation
Thorough understanding of testing to collaborate with the team on the implementation of new services

Requirements & Skills 6

2+ Years of strong back-end focused QA testing
Experience writing Java code
SQL Knowledge

Job summary 7

Join our team now as a Software Test Engineer. Be a key resource in the successful application support of a custom laboratory information management system deployed at the site and accessed globally. This role is in the Test Data Management group supporting the Software application used for the product quality control release process at a large medical device consumables manufacturing site. This role will include quality release documentation and testing. This position will leverage a person’s experience with requirements & data analysis and verifying the software. This position reports to the manager of the Test Data Management group and provides an opportunity to be a key player in the site’s operation. This is a role well suited to an ambitious professional, looking for the next step in their career.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Translating conceptual customer requirements into functional requirements in a clear manner that is comprehensible to developers/project team.
Researching, reviewing, and analyzing the effectiveness and efficiency of existing requirements-gathering processes and develop strategies for enhancing or further leveraging these processes.
Creating detailed, comprehensive and well-structured test plans and test cases.
Planning and coordinating testing activities, thoroughly identifying and documenting bugs.
Designing, developing and executing automation scripts using open source tools.
Creating documentation adhering to quality procedures, regulations, standards and industry best practices.
- Providing support in semi-complex design, testing, data generation and analysis and modifications of solutions and report generation.
- Identifying and mitigating risks identified through use of risk identification tools.
- Working collaboratively with SMEs and Developers in all software development and testing phases.

Requirements & Skills 7

BS in Engineering discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
5-8 years of experience in Software Quality assurance
Product Lifecycle Management & Software QA methodologies and tools
Experience in writing clear, concise and comprehensive test plans and test cases.
Self-starter with a strong ability to work autonomously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of Relational databases (Oracle) and SQL
- FDA regulated experience
- Medical Device experience

Job summary 8

The Software Test Engineer conducts quality assurance testing of medium to high complexity software applications.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Requirements & Skills 8

Bachelor's Degree Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience
Five (5) years related experience in quality assurance and testing

Job summary 9

We are currently seeking a Software Test Engineer in our office to test and document software configurations and applications.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Develop and document test procedures for software applications and configurations relating to customer project solutions and/or product solutions.
Perform testing of software applications and configurations relating to customer project solutions and/or product solutions.
- Work and communicate effectively with project managers and team members.
- Follow the software development process methodology.
- Report problems identified during testing utilizing the software problem tracking system.

Requirements & Skills 9

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Software Engineering Technology, Computer Science or related field; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in utilizing automated test tools to write test scripts and efficiently run software tests is preferred.
Possess a strong and extensive working knowledge of computer hardware and software – proficiency on Microsoft platforms are preferred.
- Willingness to work varied hours whenever necessary to achieve the desired results.
- Willingness to travel to customer, vendor and industry meeting locations, if required.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.

Job summary 10

We are looking for a Software Test Engineer.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Develop test scripts using simulation frameworks.
Executes software test procedures and interprets/analyzes results to report and communicate software defects. Works under supervision of more senior test engineers.
- Understands and follows internal standard procedures related to software development and test processes.
- Understands end user and product usage scenarios for reference while executing software test procedures.
- Provide concise, timely, and accurate status reports of all verification activities.

Requirements & Skills 10

Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.
Bachelors Degree in a technical major (i.e. Engineering, Computer Science, Math etc.)
Strong analytical, prioritization, organizational, and problem solving skills.
Prior experience with software testing.
Ability and willingness to travel (including outside the U.S.) up to 10%
- Basic knowledge of software V&V methods for safety critical, fault tolerant real-time software, and embedded software engineering and formal qualification process.
- Demonstrated proficient with MS Word and MS Excel.
- Basic knowledge of software V&V practices & techniques, and software engineering processes.

Olivia Powell
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Last updated Oct 13

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