Software Tester/QA: III (Senior)

We are seeking a talented and experienced Software Tester/QA: III (Senior) to join our dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of projects and drive the transition from Waterfall to Agile methodologies while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate as a key QA member in both Waterfall and Agile teams.
• Establish a solid baseline for testing activities on projects without an existing QA process.
• Assist in the transition from Waterfall to Agile/Scrum methodology to drive continuous improvement.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment and clarity.
• Review requirements and acceptance criteria for completeness and identify potential gaps.
• Create and execute Timekeeping test plans, scenarios, and test cases to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Maintain a regression suite and provide estimates for test effort.
• Coordinate UAT testing phases and facilitate testing meetings, summarizing results.
• Report issues/defects and provide go/no-go recommendations based on test results.
• Generate and maintain metrics, prioritizing and organizing documentation consistently.
  
  

Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of Time Keeping experience.
• Proficient in testing methods and software implementations.
• Strong active listening and documentation skills.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
• Creative problem solver with the ability to think outside the box.
• Effective communication skills with diverse audiences.
• Experience with ADO and the ability to work in an ambiguous environment.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience in driving teams toward an Agile approach.
• Strong collaboration and coordination skills.
• Ability to provide team metrics on a weekly basis.
  
  

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued and empowered. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in creating a culture of belonging.

Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $29 - $60 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.

Horizontal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.

In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us. All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.

PandoLogic. Keywords: System / Software Application Tester, Location: Minneapolis, MN - 55405 , PL: 596736599