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We are seeking an experienced QA/Test Engineer to join our QA Team.
The role is based in Cork servicing the needs of our client.
The role will report to the Software Project Manager.
The successful candidate will work with the development team in building and executing comprehensive suites of test plans and test cases and will have a minimum of 4 years' commercial experience.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute test plans and test cases to solve technical challenges and shorten the test cycle through automation
Add to our company's testing efforts and improve the test frameworks, tools and technologies
Contribute and evolve high quality automated test solutions for functional, regression and performance testing
Knowledge transfer and cross train other team members to enhance the teams automation capabilities
Develop an understanding of client business terminology practice and procedures within a reasonable timeframe
Provide input as per best practice (estimating, designing, developing and executing test procedures and test cases)
Work closely with the Development team on a daily basis
Liaise with Product Owners/Business Analysts/Business Users if requirements are unclear
Execute test plans and regression test plans within agreed timescales and standards
Test complex areas of application(s) and use business knowledge to determine if functionality is correct
Investigate and document defects in a defect-tracking system and verify resolution to ensure prompt closure of all defects
Clearly articulate and communicate testing status, and red/yellow flags, which might interfere with the achievement of QA milestones
Manage priorities and set expectations when faced with multiple demanding tasks
You may be required to perform additional duties, not listed above, to support the testing function into the future
Adhere to and promote internal information security policies and procedures
Technical Profile
Must have 4+ cumulative years of Software Test experience
Proven track record using Industry Standard Test Automation Tools, Visual Studio Team System (Test Edition), Selenium (Web Driver) or similar tools
Good working knowledge of SQL
Knowledge of testing APIs and integrations required
Automated Testing experience advantageous
Knowledge of MABL, Accessibility Insights or other UI ADA tools advantageous
Scrum / Agile experience
Experience of structured testing methods and techniques
Working knowledge of.
NET advantageous
Strong testing background expected with experience writing test plans and test procedures
Experience in the use of defect tracking tools like Microsoft TFS, Dev Ops, HP ALM
Experience testing business / enterprise applications
Personal Profile
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Ability to learn new business areas quickly
Technical degree or equivalent experience
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Desire to develop your own knowledge by keeping abreast of testing tools and techniques, attending workshops and reviewing technical publications
Please note this is a daily rate contract position.
Candidates who apply must be eligible to work in Ireland holding either EU Citizenship or appropriate visa.
Visa is required in advance of applying for this position.
8 West Consulting does not provide sponsorship for this role.
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