Project Description : Application that administers the welfare benefits for PA Citizens

Role Title : Functional Tester

Required Skills Functional Testing, Testing Tools and methodolgy, Experince in Agile and Waterfall methodoligies. Test management skills

Preferred Skills Functional Testing, Testing Tools and methodology, Experience in Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Test management skills

REQUIRED SKILLS / RESPONSIBILITIES :

Candidate must have at least 2-3 years of IT experience, of which the last 1 year is focused on end-to-end software testing, including creating and executing test scenarios, analyzing, and documenting software defects based on stated requirements and design specifications.

Knowledge of the public sector, specifically state government programs and applications.

Good understanding of interpreting business requirements, system design, and creating compelling test scenarios

Proficiency in at least one test case management and defect management tool.

E.g., Microsoft Test Manager (MTM), Client Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), Quality Center (QC)

End-to-end solid knowledge of SDLC (software development lifecycle) and STLC (software testing lifecycle) in waterfall as well as agile methodology

Must be able to create SQL queries against an Oracle database when necessary to verify business scenarios have been met.

Experience with data conversion environment involving legacy systems to the modern technology platform.

Analyze test results against functional design and expected results.

Manage defect creation, tracking, prioritization, and coordinate resolution with the development team and functional leads.

Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

Ability to balance multiple task assignments

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment

PREFERRED SKILLS :

Understanding of integrated eligibility worker portal and citizen-facing applications is a plus.

Preference will be given to those familiar with government-integrated eligibility systems (Medicaid, SNAP / TANF, or Child Care).

Testing Techniques - Understand the various approaches used in testing, including white-box, black-box, interface testing, coverage testing, and regression testing.

Experience with methodologies including, but not limited to, Agile, RUP, Lean, or Waterfall

A bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Experience in creating and executing automation scripts using VBScript and tools such as TFS Coded UI, Selenium, or Microsoft Test Manager

Last updated : 2024-09-08