Manual and Automation Tester, (Business Support)

GovCIO; Santa Fe (NM); Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services company is hiring a Manual And Automation Tester to support the USPS Logistics Tech Services Group. This remote position requires experience in manual and automated testing, SQL, and collaboration within Agile teams. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and a clear understanding of the software development lifecycle are essential.

Qualifications

• 5 - 8 years of experience in manual and automated testing.
• Experience creating clear test plans and test cases.
• Strong understanding of the SDLC application lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Perform test execution and provide ad hoc testing support.
• Verify test conditions using backend systems and tools.
• Assist with Agile ceremonies and maintain system protocols.

Skills

Manual testing

Automated testing

SQL queries

HP ALM

Postman

SoapUI

DevOps

Agile methods

Test Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

UFT

Version One

Job description

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Manual And Automation Tester to support our customer, USPS and their Logistics Tech Services Group. This position is fully remote, within the United States.

The Logistics Tech Services (L&V TS) group is positioned to provide the following support to the USPS business groups within Logistics, Transportation Strategies, Mail Processing, Engineering Systems, and others. This group:

• Oversees the strategy, programs, and integration of business systems solutions for technology applications.
• Oversees the planning, design, development, acquisition, integration, implementation, enhancement, and maintenance of integrated business systems solutions for managed services.
• Directs the development of systems, application solutions, integrated environment development, and automated testing.
• Oversees the evaluation of trends and implementation of recommendations to improve and resolve discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• 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 backup, assist with Agile Ceremonies and release management. Maintain system protocols by writing and updating procedures, release notes, and documentation.
• Work with Business on data updates via UI and verification.
• Successful candidates will ensure quality, meeting the specified expectations, reducing the risk or errors and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

Bachelor's with 5 - 8 years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience manual and automated testing.
• Experience creating documentation and communicating clear concise test plans, test scenarios and test cases using HP 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.
• Demonstrate user stories and functionality to customers
• 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.
• Ability to invoke logical reasoning to analyze computer processes and results and make deductions based on the information available
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with key stakeholders, Solutions Architects, Product Owner, Managers and Developers

Working knowledge of one of more of the following qualifications:

• DevSecOps, Agile Scrum, VersionOne, Postman, SoapUI, AML, UFT, Secure Coding practices, Knowledge/experience of SDLC practices, and PL/SQL

Clearance Required: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain US Postal Service Public Trust

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.