Tester - ERP Systems

RED Global; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RED Global is seeking a Senior Level Tester in Washington, DC, to ensure the successful implementation of their new ERP system. The role involves evaluating and testing software programs to meet user requirements and standards, especially focusing on payroll operations. Candidates should have extensive experience with ERP systems and proficiency in test management tools like JIRA and Azure DevOps.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience testing large-scale ERP implementations.
• Proficiency with test management tools like JIRA and Azure DevOps.
• Experience in developing test criteria and conducting application testing.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and test new or modified software programs.
• Write and verify quality standards and test procedures.
• Monitor systems during program testing to detect errors.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Master's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

JIRA

Azure DevOps

SQL

Job description

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This position is for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Level Tester to join our dedicated project team. This is a pivotal role that will contribute directly to the successful implementation and quality assurance of our new ERP system, with an initial focus on the upcoming payroll operations release.

Key Responsibilities:

Evaluate and test new or modified software programs and software development procedures used

to verify program functions according to user requirements and conformance to established

guidelines.

· Write, revise, and verify quality standards and test procedures for program design.

· Evaluate products to ascertain quality and status of software.

· Review new or modified programs and provide documentation, diagrams, and flow charts to determine if the program will perform according to user requirements and guidelines.

· Recommend program improvements or corrections, review computer operating logs to identify program processing errors, and enter instructions into a computer to test programs for validity of results, accuracy, reliability, and conformance to established standards.

· Monitor systems during program testing to detect error codes or interruption of programs.

· Identify differences between established standards and user applications and suggest modifications to conform to standards.

· Test programs to locate and correct program operating errors following installation of programs.

· Conduct compatibility tests with vendor-provided programs to monitor program performance and prevent reoccurrence of program operating problems, ensuring efficiency of operations.

· Provide documentation to describe program evaluation, testing, and required corrections.

· Assess software or software enhancements for feasibility.

· Develop utility programs to test software and track and verify defects in software programs.

· Devise and/or modify procedures to solve complex problems regarding computer equipment capacity, limitations, operating time, and desired results to meet Client's business needs; and

· Prepare detailed specifications of application software packages.

Qualifications:

· Demonstrable experience testing large-scale ERP implementations, with a strong preference for Oracle Fusion Cloud applications (HCM, Financials, Procurement).

· Deep and extensive experience with Payroll systems and processes is mandatory. Candidates must possess a comprehensive understanding of payroll calculations and tax regulations, deductions, garnishments, and year-end processing. Prior experience with public sector or complex unionized payroll environments is a significant advantage.

· Proficiency with test management tools such as JIRA, Azure DevOps, or similar systems for test case management, execution, and defect tracking.

· Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex business requirements, identify testable conditions and create comprehensive test scenarios.

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate technical concepts and testing results clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

· Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

· Proactive problem-solver with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

· Experience with SQL for data validation and analysis.

· Familiarity with various testing methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall). Experience in all phases of Application Life Cycle Management, including systems analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, execution, and maintenance.

· Experience in development, deployment, and enforcement of quality assurance procedures and standards.

· Experience developing test criteria and test plans and conducting application testing.

· Experience in designing, fulfilling, and documenting test plans and test cases.

· Experience developing automated test scripts.

· Ability to scope, plan, and schedule activities related to software quality assurance, testing, and configuration management; and Knowledge and experience of IT basics, such as operating system installation, ghosting/imaging, network troubleshooting, and the ability to analyze and troubleshoot operating system error logs.

Preferred Requirements:

· Master's degree in computer science or a related field.

· Experience with cloud-based applications

· Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks, particularly for Oracle Fusion Cloud.

· Certifications in Software Testing (e.g., ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level).

· Experience working in large government agencies or public sector organizations.

· Knowledge of specific large transit business processes and systems (e.g., legacy payroll/HR systems like PeopleSoft, Kronos/UKG)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Information Services

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