QA Automation & Manual Tester
Pay: $56/hr W2 or $64/hr 1099
Contract: 6 months to start (extension very likely)
Location: Remote
CITIZENSHIP: US CITIZENS ONLY
Description:
USPS is seeking a Manual and Automation Tester, Business Support able to assist with manual and automation testing to perform verification of test conditions using a variety of backend systems such as SQL queries, and services responses utilizing software such as Postman, SoapUI, or similar. A successful applicant will also be able to function as a Scrum Master, leading daily standups, maintaining release documentation, and communicating with management. The ideal candidate will be able to work with the USPS Business on data updates via UI and verification, using specified standards and expectations to ensure quality and customer satisfaction while reducing risks and errors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform verification of test conditions using backend systems, including running SQL queries, and checking service responses using Postman, SoapUI, or similar tools
- As Scrum Master backup, assist with Agile Ceremonies and release management
- Maintain system protocols by writing and updating procedures, release notes, and documentation
- Work with Business on data updates via UI and verification
- Successful candidates will ensure quality, meeting the specified expectations, reducing the risk of errors and customer satisfaction
Qualifications:
- Experience creating documentation and communicating clear concise test plans, test scenarios and test cases using HP ALM or similar testing tools
- Proficient in running manual tests, and able to recognize when and how to incorporate automated testing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce expenses
- Experience building and utilizing Test Automation scripts and framework (UFT)
- Ability to create detailed defect reports which is crucial to understanding software issues and providing a thorough explanation of the softwares status for other team members
- Utilization of DevOps and Agile methods to promote collaboration and flexibility in software testing and development
- Experience using Version One or other work management tools
- Demonstrate user stories and functionality to customers
- Strong understanding of the complete life cycle of a system (SDLC) application and operating systems
- Knowledge of Web services and verification tools such as Postman, SoapUI, etc.
- Comprehension of Database and writing SQL queries
- Research/troubleshoot ad hoc questions and support issues
- Motivated self-starter with excellent analytical, organization, and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to invoke logical reasoning to analyze computer processes and results and make deductions based on the information available
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with key stakeholders, Solutions Architects, Product Owner, Managers and Developers
Working Knowledge of one or more of the following qualifications:
- Postman, SoapUI, AML, UFT, Playwright and JMeter
- Knowledge/experience of SDLC practices
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 candidates 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
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.
Join the TASC Technical Services team, with 30 years of excellence in the staffing industry! We offer competitive benefits including health care plans, a 401k plan with company match, and a weekly paycheck with direct deposit. Additionally, we follow all state and federal guidelines for compensated time off. TASC Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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