Job Details: Software Tester

Job Title:	Software Tester
Company:	Avencia Incorporated
Position Type:	Permanent
Pay Rate:	Competitive - DOE
Date Posted:	May-15-08

Avencia develops innovative, web-based software that uses mapping technologies and geography to solve complex, interesting, and novel problems. We serve a broad range of clients including governments, non-profit organizations, universities, and businesses. We have particular expertise in natural resource planning, economic development, crime analysis, real estate property analysis, and cultural resources, but are engaged in a wide range of other interesting projects. We believe we can make a difference through geographic information technologies and each of our client projects, products and pro bono engagements showcases this commitment.

Job Description:

Debug software solutions through the use of systematic tests to develop, apply and maintain quality standards for company applications. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Develop and execute software test plans and cases
Prepare test data
Perform functional testing duties
Run and maintain test automation scripts for regression testing
Report bugs, track defects, resolve issues with software developers
Track problem reports using issue tracking software (FogBugz)
Keep track of new requirements
Collaborate with developers to create responsive and compelling user interactions
Participate in software design reviews
Analyze and write test standards, procedures and reports
Maintain documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of software
Analyze test results to ensure existing functionality and recommend corrective action
Maintain and monitor continuous integration server

Desired Skills:

3-5 years experience in QA methodology, process, tools and DBMS technologies
Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems
Ability to lead QA efforts on multiple projects including gathering and publishing quality metrics, follow up on testing tasks, work with project managers, and report status for a team of people
Programming experience in the .Net framework with C# or Java
Programming experience with GIS platforms including ESRI and open source GIS solutions
Ability to assess the priority and severity of issues
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong analytical, logical and problem-solving skills
Good sense of humor

Required Technical Expertise:

Experience with procedural scripting languages such as VBscript, Javascript, Python.
Experience with web technologies such as HTML and CSS.
Experience testing database-centric applications built on MS SQL Server 2000/2005
Experience in SQL language for testing and troubleshooting
Experience with SQL Enterprise Manager or other database management tools
Experience in one or more defect tracking and/or test management tools (Trac, Gemini, FogBugz, etc.)

We are a small, customer-focused company that seeks out interesting and complex web-based software projects. We are looking for talented, creative people who are interested in working in a growing company and contributing to a range of geography-related projects. We work in a bright loft space designed for collaboration, and are located near Reading Terminal Market, Chinatown, public transit and other amenities. Avencia offers a competitive salary and benefits package (Full Benefits Package offered including: performance bonuses, health, dental, vision, retirement plan, flexible hours, and more). We welcome candidates from all walks of life and value diversity in our company.

To apply, please send your answers to our applicant questionnaire located here, your cover letter and resume to Abby Fretz at info@avencia.com

Location: [rss]	US-PA-Philadelphia
Telecommute:	No (Onsite Position)
Contact Name:	Abby Fretz
Contact Phone:	215.701.7503
Contact Email:	info@avencia.com
URL:	http://www.avencia.com/Default.aspx?tabid=343

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