Senior Software Test Engineer

DESCRIPTION

This role must have experience in designing and writing test automation scripts including use of one or more tools: JUnit, HttpUnit, Grinder, JMeter (Preferred), WebLoad or LoadRunner.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and communicate with developers on bug fixes and required modifications.
• Experience in developing and implementing QA processes.
• Identify and document test cases for multi-component systems, clearly defining and managing test specifications.
• Execute/analyze test cases and document software defects.
• Develop and report metrics on test results.
• Develop regression testing framework.
• Estimating time for testing activities.
• Developing manual and automated test scripts within aggressive time schedules for various types of testing: functional, system, regression, performance.
• Identifying risks and issues related to deliverables
• Build automated test framework for backend systems and API’s.
• Troubleshooting and verifying bugs and errors reported by clients, post-launch.
• Updating testing scripts based on bugs and changes/upgrades to the applications/software.
• Communicating testing results to Test Lead and team members.
• Working with team members to find the causes of programming errors.
• Following-through to ensure that bugs are corrected and verified.
• Developing reusable test strategies/plans for various applications.
• Making recommendations regarding long-term development of quality assurance process, workflow and department.
• Problem solving, excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a QA role testing server-side and client-side applications, scalable and robust systems.
• Minimum 3-5 years software test experience.
• Experience in a Telco and networking environment.
• Knowledge of networking protocols: HTTP, TCP, SMS, MMS.
• ATOM, XML and JSON experience is desireable.
• Experience with source code management systems e.g. CVS, Perforce
• Experience working in a Linux / UNIX environment
• Testing API’s covering functional, system and performance testing
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to write and communicate test plans and reports
• Ability to deliver quality documentation
• Excellent organizational skills
• Experience with test automation scripting e.g. JMeter , Python, etc
• Familiarity with databases in particular Oracle and MySQL.

The remuneration package will reflect the skills and experience of the successful candidate. The package will consist of an attractive basis salary, company bonus program together with benefits that include PRSA matching, discounted VHI or Quinn as well as other company benefits as offered.

If you are interested in this role please contact clare@stelfox.ie