Senior Software QA/Test Analyst (Remote)

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution programs

Incentive programs

Job summary

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is seeking a software test engineer to develop, modify, and execute test plans, scenarios, automated scripts, and programs to ensure outgoing software meets quality standards. You will develop and run tests to identify defects and document them for engineers and product owners to address.

You will also participate in design reviews and mentor junior staff while supporting the quality of various software systems and applications across the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in IT, Engineering or CS or 4 years additional related experience
• 5 years of software development or testing experience
• Strong programming skills

Responsibilities

• Analyze moderately complex requirements, operational problems, specifications and change requests. Produce test plans and test cases to determine presence and scope of potential code defects.
• Monitor accurate and thorough test cases, scripts and data with pre-determined results within specified scheduled dates. Perform test execution of all assigned test cases.
• Lead and mentor team of testers in support of projects and day-to-day testing efforts, including associates, contractors and third-party resources

Skills

SDLC knowledge

Software testing

Programming skills

Database experience

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Bug tracking system

Databases

Job description

PURPOSE: Responsible for developing, modifying, and executing software test plans, test scenarios, defines and solves for test data needs, automated scripts, and programs for testing in order to ensure the outgoing software and technical products meet and exceed quality standards. Develop and execute software tests to identify software problems and their root causes. Test system modifications to prepare for implementation. Document software and application defects using a bug tracking system and report defects to software engineers and product owners. Participates in the review of software design and leads the team in supporting the overall quality of various software systems and applications. Develops a strong understanding of the business processes being tested and mentor's junior staff.

Resp & Qualifications

PURPOSE: Responsible for developing, modifying, and executing software test plans, test scenarios, defines and solves for test data needs, automated scripts, and programs for testing in order to ensure the outgoing software and technical products meet and exceed quality standards. Develop and execute software tests to identify software problems and their root causes. Test system modifications to prepare for implementation. Document software and application defects using a bug tracking system and report defects to software engineers and product owners. Participates in the review of software design and leads the team in supporting the overall quality of various software systems and applications. Develops a strong understanding of the business processes being tested and mentor's junior staff.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for analyzing the moderately complex requirements, operational problems, specifications and change requests. Produce test plans and test cases to determine presence and scope of potential code defects. Monitor accurate and thorough test cases, scripts and data with pre-determined results within specified scheduled dates. Perform test execution of all assigned test cases. Research and provide technical support on operational/test system defects and propose solutions.
• Analyzes test results to ensure functionality meets requirements and recommends corrective action if necessary. Maintains documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of software. Consults with development engineers in resolution of problems. Provides feedback in preparation of technical appraisals of systems, application interfaces and application software.
• Guide and mentor team of testers in support of the projects and day-to-day to testing effort. This is also includes supporting and working with associates, contractors and third-party resources.

Supervisory Responsibility

Position does not have direct reports but is expected to assist in guiding and mentoring less experienced staff. May lead a team of matrixed resources.

Qualifications

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Engineering or Computer Science OR in lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience.

Experience: 5 years Experience in software development and/or testing.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge and understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of software test requirements and protocols.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Knowledge of wireless communications and network systems.
• Advanced programming skills on a programming language.
• Working experience with databases.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products or equivalent.
• Attention to detail.
• Must be able to meet established deadlines and handle multiple customer service demands from internal and external customers, within set expectations for service excellence. Must be able to effectively communicate and provide positive customer service to every internal and external customer, including customers who may be demanding or otherwise challenging.

Salary Range

$80,280 - $159,445

Salary Range Disclaimer

The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the work is being performed. This compensation range is specific and considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, internal peer equity, and market and business consideration. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range, as compensation decisions depend on each case's facts and circumstances, including but not limited to experience, internal equity, and location. In addition to your compensation, CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs/plans, and 401k contribution programs/plans (all benefits/incentives are subject to eligibility requirements).

Equal Employment Opportunity

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Federal Disc/Physical Demand

Note: The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him/her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on Federal health care programs.

Physical Demands

The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.

Sponsorship in US

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship