Job Details

Jr. QA Tester/Analyst
Hybrid (Onsite 2 days/wk)
Local candidates only

Description:
Diversified Systems is searching for a Jr. QA Tester/Analyst who, under broad supervision will be supporting the execution of test lifecycle deliverables per standard methodology and procedures to ensure successful Test Strategy/plan implementation. While the intent may be a long-term tenure, this position is subject to annual budget restrictions.

Responsibilities:

• Experience in testing Custom applications.
• Experience in testing GIS components.
• Create and document test plans, execute tests, analyze results, and report problems and anomalies, all via the lens of business end users.
• Operate in Agile approach to support testing needs.
• Work closely and collaboratively with business partners, PMO and Vendor technical delivery teams to understand business requirements.
• Ensure software testing is done on-time and as planned and notify management about bottlenecks and other issues and risks.
• Assist Business subject matter experts and business analysts in the development of UAT test scenarios leveraging test cases.
• Participate in defect triage meetings and demos.
• Report weekly status to Quality Assurance Testing Lead.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business, or similar.
• 3-5 years of experience with testing in software development projects.
• 3 years of experience in mid-scale or large-scale system development projects (including using test automation, test strategy, developing and executing test scripts and test plans).
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to review and analyze system specifications (e.g. System. Requirements, Business Requirements, Design Documents, etc.)
• Able to perform manual testing and/or automated testing.
• 3 years of experience in documenting Requirement Traceability Matrices (RTM) and confirming applications are ready for UAT
• Experience in preparing UAT instructions for end users and facilitating/overseeing UAT activities.
• Experience in documenting Test Cases.
• Experience in evaluating and documenting Test Results.
• Ability to prepare sample data for testing.
• Skills in System testing, parallel/comparative testing, QA testing, performance and load testing, regression testing, security testing, business continuity/disaster recovery testing, post-go-live testing/validation
• Experience with mobile device testing is a plus.
• Analytical mind and skills in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and issue isolation.
• Detail oriented.
• Excellent communication/collaboration skills with software developers/architects, business analysts, etc.
• Able to work with cross-functional teams to validate product quality throughout the development life cycle.
• Experience with GitHub, ServiceNow.
• Experience in Quality Assurance concepts and best practices.
• Experience creating test cases and writing manual test scripts.
• Experience in running tests for application functions.
• Experience with SDLC and agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with defect management tools.
• Preferred to have experience with public sector.
• Preferred training or software testing certifications such as:
  • Certified Associate in Software Testing (CAST).
  • Certified Test Engineer (CSTE).
  • Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA).
  • Certified Manager of Software Quality (CMSQ.

About Diversified Systems
Founded in 1990, Diversified Systems is an award-winning Technology Services corporation providing all levels of IT project consulting services nationwide. DSI is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio with regional offices in the American Midwest and East Coast. We offer our consultants a number of flexible and competitive compensation benefit packages.

Diversified Systems is committed to the principles of equal employment. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
DSI values authenticity and is committed to making sure our employees and partners are valued and respected. At DSI, we believe building a diverse culture is important because we know when people work together, we can achieve better results as a team. DSI realizes that everyone comes from various backgrounds. We celebrate these differences because our employees are our greatest asset as we strive to best meet the needs of those we serve. As part of our ongoing efforts, DSI is focused on advancing equality, diversity, and inclusion by setting high standards to continually evolve our culture. This includes but is not limited to recruiting, community involvement, client delivery, and career development.