Job Details: Testing Analyst IV for Fortune 500 Company

Job Title:	Testing Analyst IV for Fortune 500 Company
Company:	TEAM International
Position Type:	Contract
Pay Rate:	Competitive
Date Posted:	Jul-16-08

The client is looking to fill 9 month contract position of Testing Analyst IV who is supposed to start 21th of July.

Job Description:
Responsible for the creation, implementation and execution of test plans, test scripts and test cases for software project releases. Performs under minimal supervision significantly complex testing of software applications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Develops and maintains master test plan for software project releases.
Manages the overall test process per the testing methodology, and ensures the testing methods meet the
specifications.
Specifies and coordinates the creation and maintenance of relevant test environments and infrastructure. Uses script checks to verify a healthy test environment.
Designs, develops and executes software test plans for assigned area or application(s).
Develops, maintains and upgrades manual test scripts, utilities, simulators, data sets and other programmatic test tools required to execute test plans.
Effectively communicates testing activities and findings in oral and written forms.
Controls and manages daily test activities for assigned area or application(s).
Analyzes and writes test standards and procedures.
Provides internal quality assurance.
Identifies risks and develops mitigation strategies.
Evaluates the overall test process.
Coordinates project planning efforts with other areas or cost centers affected by work unit projects.
Coordinates fail-over testing when new or major changes are made to an infrastructure.
Administers and controls test tools.
Organizes and maintains the test script library for assigned area or application(s).
May mentor or train other Test Analysts in processes, methods, tools and best practices.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Experience:
7-10 years in quality assurance with full life-cycle test, writing test plans, developing test cases and implementing test strategies; including two years leading complex test programs and two years experience with testing tools; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of methods, tools, and technology used in software testing
Extensive knowledge and use of quality management methods, tools, and technology used to create and support defect-free, application software that meets the needs of the client/business partner
Considerable knowledge of the basic principles, processes, phases and roles of application development
methodologies
Considerable knowledge of primary database engines such as Oracle, SQL Server, DB2 with a demonstrated ability to write complex queries to be used for data validation and troubleshooting
Considerable knowledge of object-oriented development tools, techniques, and principles with expertise in at least one object-oriented language
Considerable knowledge of functions, features, and components of existing and planned operating systems and applications
Considerable knowledge of project management principles, methods and tools that is demonstrated through test projects
Considerable skill in understanding and focusing on the clients' needs, establishing credibility and building
relationships with clients
Considerable skill in analysis, solid decision-making and problem solving
Ability to manage change throughout the test process
Ability to deliver results under pressure
Ability to manage conflicting interests and identify compromises
Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and teambuilding skills, working with technical and non-technical individuals at various levels of management and non-management positions
Ability to communicate with individuals at a level appropriate for the audience
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, vendors and public
Ability to effectively lead and supervise

Location: [rss]	US-IL-Chicago
Telecommute:	No (Onsite Position)
Contact Name:	Roman
Contact Phone:
Contact Email:	romank@teaminfo.com

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