Alpha Business Solutions · 8 hours ago
Software Engineer in Test
Chicago, IL
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Level
$60/hr - $70/hr
5+ years expAlpha Business Solutions is seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to ensure that developed software meets requirements. The SDET will perform QA/UAT, develop test plans and scripts, support test efforts, and coach other SDETs on the team.
Bookkeeping and PayrollEmployee BenefitsFinancial ServicesStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Work closely with product, design, and development team members to understand business requirements and to communicate problem impacts/risks
Create and execute test plans and scripts that accurately and reliably assess application quality
Analyze test results to Client and report defects, following best practices as defined by the team
Develop, maintain, and enhance automation tests and framework libraries to verify the functionality and reliability of our software (Java, Groovy, Kotlin)
Conduct regular code reviews to ensure that object-oriented design best practices are followed at all times. Automation code should be easy to extend and support
Be knowledgeable in the features for which the team is responsible; in collaboration with peers, develop quality assurance measures and testing standards
Communicate test progress, test results, and quality of application changes
Set standards in and coach other QAs in test environment and data setup and management
Apply a thorough understanding of relevant technology to deliver robust test suites. (web technologies, REST APIs, web services, physical devices, Java, XML, JS, CSS, and HTML)
Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing (Jenkins, Azure, etc.)
Use creativity and initiative to improve product test reliability, coverage, and accuracy
Demonstrate a commitment to ••• core values
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary
Qualification
Required
5+ years direct experience as an SDET for major application integration and/or major application product release
Experience working collaboratively with peers and coaching more junior team members
Proficiency in analyzing business requirements and creating relevant plans and scripts that provide thorough test coverage
Proficiency in documenting defects with high level of detail and accuracy, following standards as defined by the team
Excellent written and oral communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in version control systems like Git and Subversion
Proficiency in Java, XML, JS, CSS and HTML
Proficiency in testing APIs/services (REST and SOAP) using SoapUI, Postman or equivalent tools
Proficiency in cross browser, cross platform web and mobile testing with SauceLabs or equivalent tools
Deep expertise in Java and/or Groovy, test automation frameworks, Selenium/Appium
Proficiency in searching system logs and troubleshooting potential defects. (Splunk or similar tools)
Direct hands-on experience with ad hoc query programs, automated testing tools, and reporting software
Proficiency in the preparation/maintenance of test data and test scripts
Strong knowledge of software testing best practices and methodologies
Direct hands-on experience with continuous integration and deployment tools like Jenkins
BS in Computer Science or equivalent combination of technical education and work experience
Preferred
Thorough understanding of Agile/Scrum development process
Demonstrable skills in writing JUnit or TestNG tests
Company
Alpha Business Solutions
Alpha Business Solutions provides workforce solutions for client service and community advancement.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gene Waddy
Chief Executive Officer
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