Operations - Analyst, Software QA/Test Ld

Job ID: 26-03377Location: Baltimore, MDCompany: MindlanceOperations - Analyst, Software QA/Test Ld

PURPOSE:

Responsible for developing, modifying, and executing software test plans, test scenarios, Defines and solves for test data needs, develops automated scripts and programs for testing in order to ensure the outgoing software and technical products meet and exceed quality standards. Develop and execute software tests to identify software problems and their root causes. Test system modifications to prepare for implementation. Document software and application defects using a bug tracking system and report defects to software engineers and product owners. Participates in the review of software design. Understands software architecture and quality risks and leads test strategy development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

40% Lead team of testers in support of multiple projects/corporate initiatives to provide test planning and test execution activities. Directly responsible for analyzing the complex requirements, operational problems, specifications and change requests. Produce test plans and test cases to determine presence and scope of potential code defects. Monitor accurate and thorough test cases, scripts and data with pre-determined results within specified scheduled dates. Perform test execution of all assigned test cases. Research and provide technical support on operational/test system defects and propose solutions. 20% Lead and manage project defect management meetings and triage the issues/defects found during the test execution. Acts as a liaison with internal and external customers to research, analyze and propose solutions to the most complex technical, operational and test scenarios. Communicate the project and testing status to management. Provide and document issues and risks associated with the testing effort to the project stakeholders and leadership. 20% Guide and mentor team of testers in support of the projects and day-to-day to testing effort. This is also includes supporting and working with associates, contractors and other third-party resources. 20% Champion and assist in the mission and objectives to follow the best practices and processes set forth by leadership. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Education Details: Information Technology, Engineering or Computer Science Experience: 8 years Software design, development, testing and software requirement management In Lieu of Education In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, an additional 4 years of relevant work experience is required in addition to the required work experience. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge and understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC)., Expert Knowledge of software test requirements and protocols., Expert Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, Expert Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems., Expert Experience with hardware/software/database technologies and network systems, Advanced Experience as software developer, Proficient Experience with databases and query languages, Advanced Experience with Microsoft Office products or equivalent, Advanced Attention to detail, Expert

EEO:

“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”