QA Engineer

Job Summary:

The individual in this role will generate test documentation, perform end-to-end testing, and build and execute automated test cases. Competitive candidates have at least 2+ years of experience in a role with a QA function, including executing testing scenarios and providing comprehensive results.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Translate business requirements and processes into technical requirements and configuration settings specific to software application solutions.
• Identify and assess risks to programs or projects, recommend risk mitigation strategies, and implement risk reduction plans.
• Create test strategies that ensure solutions meet standards of functionality, performance, and reliability.
• Collaborate with team leads and engineering resources to strategize on the testing approach.
• Execute end-to-end testing efficiently and according to set deadlines.
• Support and complete test orchestration which will require problem-solving using analysis, experience, and decision-making.
• Responsible for recording, logging, and tracking defects in the system and coordinating resolutions with the development team and functional leads.
• Assess test results to quickly identify and document any defects or undesirable results.
• Direct projects from a quality assurance perspective, always keeping the end user in mind.
• Independently own a workstream/product line, reviewing, and testing related activities throughout the full life cycle of the project.
• Participate in daily engineering SCRUM to inform teammates and management of status.
• Assist the in-house support team with product defect exploration, as needed, to include (but not limited to):
  • High-level technical assistance and escalations to end-users and internal staff, as needed.
  • Troubleshoot and analyze technical issues related to software applications, reports, data, etc., as needed.
• Be comfortable and capable of presenting product expertise in training and implementation environments.
• Build and execute automated test cases.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Management Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience.
• 2-5 years of experience in a QA role, including:
  • Experience with system/integration/user acceptance testing
  • Experience with testing plans, documentation, process, and testing execution on multiple development deliverables
  • Experience with system/integration/user acceptance testing
• At least 2 years of SQL/relevant database experience
• Experience with traditional Scrum, Agile, and Waterfall methodologies
• Experience with at least one of the following programming languages: C#, Java, Python
• Experience with test automation using Selenium

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of end-to-end business processes.
• Knowledge of technical aspects of Business Systems and Infrastructure.
• Must be highly organized and detail oriented.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Well-versed in testing automation, end-user desktop tools, and information security.
• Ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills with attention to detail, focused on quality of work.
• Ability to take the initiative in prioritizing, coordinating, and multi-tasking with composure.
• Ability to work independently and as a contributing member of a team.

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as the employee works in an office setting, at an individual work station, using telephone and computer

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for most of the day
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a printer/copy machine
• This position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to attend daily SCRUM and other team meetings.

Avenu Summary:

Avenu provides local governments with ways to achieve more predictable revenue that supports growth, fuels modernization and ensures compliance with mandated but underfunded programs. Avenu’s revenue enhancement and administrative solutions find and recover license, permit and other taxes that cities and counties struggle to collect. The insights and improved fiscal posture enables governments to deliver expected services and sustain a high quality of life for residents.

Avenu is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for a position will be made without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, political affiliation, marital status, non-disqualifying physical handicap, and age.

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