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PlanIT Group, LLC · 5 months ago

Lead Manual and Automation Tester, Scrum Master

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

PlanIT Group, LLC is seeking a Lead Manual and Automation Tester and Scrum Master. This role involves performing test execution, managing testing processes, and leading Agile ceremonies while ensuring quality and customer satisfaction.

ConsultingInformation TechnologyManagement Consulting

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

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 or errors and customer satisfaction

Qualification

Test AutomationSQL QueriesAgile MethodologiesSDLC KnowledgeDefect Tracking ToolsVersion OnePostmanSoapUIAnalytical SkillsTroubleshooting SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

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

A minimum of eight (8) years experience in software development, software quality assurance/control, and/or related field

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

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