SW Test Engineer II

Test Engineer

Work Location:

Durham, NC (Local candidates preferred - Candidate must work onsite for this position)

Duration:
Long Term

Job Description

• Review custom software design documents, functional specifications, user scenarios, and existing test coverage. Participate in design review discussions.
• Create test cases from software design documents (both automated + manual).
• Execute test cases, report defects, and track defect resolutions. Perform automation/API testing using internal and external tools (Cucumber, etc.). Perform maintenance regression software tests and exploratory testing.
• Set up and maintain local automation test environments, as well as solution hardware and software installations. Manage test equipment, track assets, coordinate with manager to acquire equipment as needed.
• Create documentation for various initiatives including test plans, custom installation procedures, process improvements, etc.
• Communicate closely with the project team leads and managers on test status, risks, mitigation plans, etc. Provide recommendations to the project team for shipping solutions. Provide input on risks and quality decisions.
• Participate in backlog grooming, sprint planning, and requirements team meetings.

Required Skills:

• Understanding of software test methodologies and test layers
• Experience with test coverage analysis, test execution, and defect management
• Participation in agile SDLC; usage of agile project management tools
• Test automation experience (Selenium, Cucumber, Jenkins, Postman, TestNG, etc.)
• Programming skills in Java
• Basic understanding of Linux commands and file system
• Effective verbal and written communication; able to read, write, and speak English proficiently
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering; or equivalent experience
• 4-5+ years’ experience in test engineering or related field