Sr. Test Manager (Contingent)

SNAP Inc; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with benefits package

Job summary

SNAP Inc is seeking a Sr. Test Manager to join its team at the U.S. Census Bureau Headquarters in Suitland, Maryland. This role involves developing test strategies, overseeing testing processes, and leading a team of Test Managers in a crucial program for the Decennial Census.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and extensive experience in testing methods and tools, with a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related experience.

The position offers a competitive salary, a benefits package, and requires an active Public Trust clearance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience in testing.
• Proven leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop test strategies for IT systems and applications.
• Define and develop test programs, plans and procedures.
• Validate project requirements and testing activities.
• Conduct various types of software testing.
• Participate in end-to-end testing of systems and infrastructure.

Skills

Knowledge of testing methods and tools

Experience with automated testing tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

Job Description

Proposed Work Location: Census Bureau Headquarters, Suitland, Maryland

SNAP is pursuing a contract with the U.S. Census Bureau to provide an experienced Sr. Test Manager. The preferred candidate will possess Census Bureau experience, excellent people and leadership skills, and great communication and presentation skills. This position will lead and serve as a mentor for a team of Test Managers on a large program supported by more than 100 full-time employees.

Responsibilities

• Develop test strategies for testing IT systems and applications for Decennial Programs and Operations.
• Define and develop test programs, test plans and test procedures.
• Provide input and coordination to the technical delivery process of software components for testing and validate environments are available for integration.
• Validate the approval of project requirements and verify integration testing activities for IT systems and applications.
• Collaborate with software, system developers and Government Technical staff.
• Conduct the following types of software testing with developers and stakeholders to ensure IT systems and applications are developed in accordance to documented software design specifications and requirements:
  • Functional Testing
  • Interface Testing
  • Integration / Thread Testing
  • System Testing
  • Performance Testing
  • Load / Stress Testing
  • Usability Testing
  • User Acceptance Testing
  • Regression Testing
  • Security Control Testing
  • Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 Testing
• Participate, as directed, in an end-to-end test of systems and infrastructure prior to the start of the 2020 Census. The end-to-end tests shall provide a means for verifying that data are captured, stored, exchanged, and retrieved correctly amongst all modes and with systems slated for use in the 2020 Census.
• Evaluate system interoperability, system reliability, and the level to which the system meets program and operational requirements.
• Conduct testing through the use of government provided tools and equipment.
• Conduct test of automated questionnaires on mobile devices (e.g., iOS, Android, etc.) and/or laptops.
• Conduct manual and/or automated software testing.
• Test languages conversions from English to other languages (e.g., Spanish, Chinese, Korean).
• Review test results with project and development team.

Qualifications

Technical Qualifications/Requirements

• Extensive knowledge in testing methods and tools.
• Experience using automated testing tools.

Education/Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus a minimum of 5 years of related experience.

Additional Information

• Contract Length: 6 years (1 year plus 5 option years)
• Tax Terms: W2 Only
• Salary: Competitive salary with benefits package
• Clearance: Active Public Trust clearance
• Please indicate current immigration status and desired salary range when applying
• SNAP, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)