Software Tester

Computers Unlimited; Billings (MT); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Computers Unlimited in Billings, MT is seeking a software tester to test and document modifications to TIMS, and to communicate changes to customers. The role requires detail orientation, accuracy, and tenacity to solve problems; it is exempt and reports to the development group manager.

You will execute quality tests, create and maintain preliminary docs, review modifications, assist with prioritizing resolutions, contribute to QA handbook, and may present at the annual users group; after

Qualifications

• Experience with business software and accounting practices preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Outlook, Excel).
• Ability to read/write SQL and experience with automated testing a plus but not required.
• Bachelor's degree in information systems or computer science or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute quality, well-documented software tests of TIMS and analyze results.
• Create and maintain preliminary documentation for the documentation team and customers.
• Review software modifications and assist with test scenarios.
• Assist other departments to prioritize resolutions based on urgency.
• Contribute input into the Quality Assurance Handbook and other documentation.
• Assist with the annual users group conference; may present or help develop presentations.

Skills

Test execution

Documentation

SQL

Microsoft Office

Communication

Independent work

Education

Degree in information systems or computer science

Equivalent work experience

Tools

SQL

Automated testing

Job description

Job Summary:

The software tester will test and document software modifications, keeping both internal and external documents current and will communicate directly with customers regarding changes and fixes. Successful software testers will be detail oriented and accurate, and have a strong tenacity to solve problems. This is an exempt position reporting into the manager of the applicable development group.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Execute quality, well documented software tests of Computer Unlimited’s TIMS, analyze results and provide feedback.
• Create and maintain preliminary documentation for the documentation team and customers ensuring the information is accurate, logical, comprehensive, concise, and easy to understand.
• Review software modifications and assist with preparation of test scenarios.
• Assist other departments as needed, assessing urgency in order to successfully prioritize prompt resolutions.
• Provide input into the Quality Assurance Handbook and other documentation.
• Assist with the successful execution of the annual users group conference. Will attend/participate and may present and/or assist with development of presentations.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Required skills & abilities:

• All Computers Unlimited employees are expected to treat others with respect, maintain good relationships with employees and customers, and uphold high ethical standards of honesty, integrity, and reliability. Employees are expected to follow security and confidentiality standards.
• Analyze, understand and approach testing projects in a logical and systematic manner.
• Work independently, prioritize tasks and handle competing deadlines.
• Communicate effectively both in writing and verbally, be organized and show attention to detail.

Education & Experience:

• Degree in business, information systems, or computer science or the equivalent in related work experience.
• Previous experience with business software, business accounting practices, software testing or documenting preferred. Customer service experience also preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft applications (Word, Outlook, Excel)
• Ability to write, read, and use Microsoft Structured Query language (SQL) and/or automated testing and programming experience would be good to have, but not required.

Travel/Working Conditions

This position will work in office at our Billings, Montana location. After the training period is completed, a hybrid arrangement or fully remote from within one of the states we operate, may be available. Individuals will be expected to travel to the office in Montana at least once per year.