CC Pace · 2 days ago
Sr. Principal Test Engineer
Vienna, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expCC Pace is a company that specializes in technology solutions, and they are seeking a Senior Principal Test Engineer to lead testing efforts for complex systems. The role involves creating test plans, conducting analysis, mentoring peers, and developing test automation while ensuring compliance with testing standards and practices.
Financial ServicesInformation ServicesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Create Test Plan documents for the most complex systems utilizing our client's Test Standards and templates
Perform analysis and interpret results, present recommendations, potential alternatives, risks, and downstream impacts for the most complex systems
Ensure clear, concise, and expert communication including progress reports, test case or plan documentation, root-cause defect reporting, risks, blockers, etc
Coordinate and perform testing of the most complex systems during the System Integration Testing phase
Participate in complex System Development Life Cycle activities utilizing SAFe Agile best practices and methodologies
Participate in sizing and estimation for complex projects and changes
Serve as subject matter expert and mentor to peers
Create and/or update manual test cases and scripts within approved test tools for complex systems
Build highly complex test cases with automation in mind by following established test management standards and best practices
Execute existing highly complex automated test scripts
Update complex automation test cases while troubleshooting errors
Create automation parameterization files using UFT or Java-based frameworks; update as needed when troubleshooting errors
Utilize xpath tools to troubleshoot web element issues
Independently develop test automation using our client's DevSecOps Test Automation Low Code Framework
Develop test automation that meets audit traceability requirements by integrating required test artifacts into Azure DevOps and complying with DevSecOps CI/CD standards
Create all required documentation (test results, knowledge articles, sign-off, etc.) following established Testing Standards, tools and templates
Document defects/bugs and follow established defect/bug lifecycle procedures and policies
Perform advanced root cause analysis for identified defects/bugs, provide detailed documentation and insights to developers
Collaborate with peers, developers, business partners and all stakeholders to ensure business needs are communicated, documented, and satisfied
Analyze changes in policies, procedures, and products; determine downstream impacts on testing
Identify process, data or technology improvement opportunities and provide recommendations including risk considerations
Provide recommendations related to testing practices to facilitate process optimization
Participate in project and product team meetings, collaborating while maintaining focus on goals and objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related field or equivalent combination of education, training or experience
15+ years of experience in technology testing
Broad expertise in specialization and complete understanding of related disciplines
Expert technical skills working with various software programs
Expert knowledge of testing tools
Working knowledge of various database types and SQL skills required to query test related databases
Expert knowledge of Test System Management tools including Azure Boards, Azure Test Plans, and Micro Focus ALM
Expert knowledge of Microfocus test automation framework components including Micro Focus UFT, BlueZone, and the development and maintenance of test parameter files
Basic knowledge of VBScript and/or Java programming languages
Advanced knowledge of Test Automation Low Code Framework components including Gherkin, Cucumber, web element locators, xpath, HTML, CSS, Git version control, Selenium, and Azure Pipelines
Advanced knowledge of API testing using Postman Pro
Expert knowledge of systems and environments including mainframe, on-premise, and cloud hosted applications
Expert research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Expert written and verbal communication skills
Expert knowledge of testing processes, including creating a test plan and opening bugs
Ability to handle fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines
Extensive experience working in cross-functional, multi-dimensional teams and projects
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Expert knowledge and experience following Systems Development Life Cycles
Expert organizational, planning and time management skills
Expert skill communicating with all levels within an organization
Expert skill maintaining accuracy with attention to detail and meeting deadlines
Expert skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives, and information clearly and concisely
Expert skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
Extensive experience working in an IT environment
Preferred
ISTQB Foundation level certification (CTFL)
DevOps Institute DevOps Foundation (DOFD) certification
ISTQB Advance level certifications (e.g., Agile Tester, Test Analyst, Test Manager)
ISTQB Test Automation Engineer
Azure DevOps AZ-900
Scaled Agile Framework - Leading SAFe
Company
CC Pace
CC Pace is a trusted partner with 40+ years of experience helping organizations achieve lasting success.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Michael Gordon
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