QA, Software Development

Senior Tester

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with product, design, and development team members to communicate problem impacts and to understand business requirements
• Create and execute test plans and scripts that will determine application quality.
• Communicate test progress, test results, and quality of application changes.
• Analyze test results to discover and report out on defects.
• Mentor other Quality Assurance analysts on the team
• Track multiple test executions simultaneously and synthesize results
• Assist in environment setup and management in preparation for test execution
• Use creativity and initiative to improve product test coverage and effectiveness
• Use testing web technologies, services, and physical devices and an understanding of Java technologies, XML, JS, CSS, and HTML to deliver robust test suites
• Demonstrate a commitment to Hyatt core values.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years direct experience as a senior tester level for major application integration and/or major application product release.
• Strong knowledge of system testing best practices and methodologies. Extensive experience with core software applications.
• Expertise in documenting defects with high level of detail, accuracy, and informative recreation steps using JIRA.
• Proficient in the preparation of test data and regression test scripts.
• Proficient in cross browser, cross platform web testing with Sauce Labs or equivalent tools.
• Proficient in testing web services (REST and SOAP) testing using SoapUI, Postman or equivalent tools.
• Proficient in leveraging Splunk or similar tools to view system logs and troubleshoot potential defects.
• Sound knowledge of Jenkins for Continuous Integration.
• Direct hands-on experience with ad hoc query programs, automated testing tools, and reporting software.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent listening, presentation, and interpersonal skills.