Test Engineer III

PlanIT Group; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

PlanIT Group is seeking a Performance Tester for a remote role. The candidate will lead load testing efforts using LoadRunner Enterprise, ALM, and UFT, and will ensure performance test scripts align with SDLC processes.

Responsibilities include developing test plans, executing tests, analyzing results, and reporting bottlenecks. Strong communication and mentoring skills are required to support enterprise-wide performance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years of experience in software development or software quality assurance
• Degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science preferred
• Able to perform all functional duties independently on high-visibility programs
• Able to oversee the efforts of direct reporting resources and be responsible for all staff on a project
• Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

• Performance testing SDLC executions, development of performance test scripts, test plans, test executions, analysis, and reporting
• Develop, implement, and maintain performance testing policies, frameworks, and best practices
• Create, update, and manage training materials for performance testing and automation
• Deliver ongoing coaching and mentoring to cross-functional teams to enhance automation and performance testing

Skills

LoadRunner Enterprise

ALM

UFT

Performance testing

Education

B.S. in Software Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

Rational

Mercury

Job description

Performance Tester (Location is Remote):

Background and Introduction:

• UFT (formerly QTP) is primarily for functional test automation, not performance load generation.
• Automating UI and regression tests (web/desktop/mobile, depending on setup)
• Validating business workflows and correctness (e.g., "login works," "order placed correctly")
• Integrating with CI pipelines for repeated functional verification
• Can be used alongside performance tools to confirm the app still behaves correctly while under load (but it's not the load tool). LoadRunner is a performance/load testing tool used to simulate many users and measure system performance.

Key capabilities:

• Simulates hundreds/thousands of virtual users (Vusers)
• Captures KPIs like response time, throughput, error rate
• Supports different protocols (HTTP/HTTPS, web services, etc. depending on licensing)
• Provides analysis reports and graphs to identify bottlenecks

Description:

• Minimum of 8 years' experience with LoadRunner enterprise, 5 years with ALM and UFT and software development preferred.
• Administrative support for maintenance of testing infrastructure and tools, including ALM, LoadRunner Enterprise, UFT, Etc.
• Performance testing SDLC executions, development of performance test Scripts, test plans, test executions, analysis, and reporting
• Develop, implement, and maintain performance testing policies, frameworks, and best practices to ensure consistency, scalability, and compliance with organizational and security standards
• Create, update, and manage training materials for performance testing and automation, ensuring they align with industry trends and organizational needs
• Deliver ongoing coaching, mentoring, and training to cross-functional teams to enhance their ability to execute automation and performance testing, driving continuous quality improvement
• Provide support for Performance testing and Automation initiative for teams and projects enterprise-wide
• Evaluate and recommend testing tools, technologies, and methodologies to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of testing processes

Additional Required Skills/Experience:

• A minimum of eight (8) years experience in software development, software quality assurance/control, and/or related field;
• A degree from an accredited College/University in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline is preferred;
• Able to perform all functional duties independently on high-visibility programs, or mission critical aspects of a given program;
• Able to oversee the efforts of direct reporting resources and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job;
• Experience training/mentoring less experienced personnel;
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with formal software testing for complex software applications;
• Extensive experience testing software applications, identifying/documenting defects, and working with developers and end users to resolve defects;
• Extensive experience with multiple defect tracking tools (e.g. Rational, Mercury);
• Extensive experience authoring software-quality-related documentation such as requirements specifications, test plans, test cases, test scripts and test reports;
• Able to obtain Postal clearance;
• Excellent communication skills.

Additional Provisions:

• Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.
• Once candidate's resume is approved and interview passed, the agency is responsible for providing drug screening. Failure to submit the drug screening results will delay the security clearance process.
• If a candidate is given an interim clearance, continuation of employment is then based on the candidate receiving a sensitive clearance.
• All candidates must be a US Citizen, or have permanent residence status (Green Card).
• Candidate must have lived in the US for the past 5 years.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)
• All overtime must be pre-approved in writing by the client manager or his/her designated representative.
• Agency will not be reimbursed for overtime charges without previous written authorization. Authorized overtime will be reimbursed at straight time.
• The enforced dress code is business casual, i.e. collared shirt with slacks for men, no skirts above the knee for women. Place and Period of Performance
• Hours of support:
  • o The standard work week for contract staff will be 5 days a week and 8 hours per day preferable Monday through Friday.
  • o Contract staff may be required to travel to support business efforts.