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Functional Tester (Closed)

SkillStorm is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist for our client in Jersey City, New Jersey. Candidates must be able to work on SkillStorm's W2; not a C2C position. EOE, including disability/vets.

Description:

  • Responsible for the planning and execution of functional testing services. Should be a key individual contributor to Quality Assurance (QA) project teams within T&O. Works with project teams to ensure standard quality practices/processes are followed. Thoroughly analyzes requirements and comes up with scenarios and plan to implement the testing. Effectively coordinates the work with offshore team. Should be able to do multitasking, flexible to change the strategy and prioritize tasks. Identifies risks and outlines mitigation plan. Implements lessons learnt/best practices and looks to improve quality of the releases. As a senior member of the technical staff, assists senior business and IT management in determining the direction of current and future developments in area of expertise. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of technological alternatives and business system requirements to recommend innovations that enhance and/or provides a competitive advantage to the organization. Provides feedback and technical guidance to project managers on issues of critical importance to achieving business objectives. Should be clearly recognized as a content expert by peers.

Requirements:

  • 5 to 7 Years of total experience in test planning and execution, preferably in financial institution. Knowledge of Capital Markets, Basel III, Risk and/or Finance technology is a plus
  • Strong SQL scripting / ETL testing skills, Web application testing experience
  • Experience with Python scripting
  • Experience with test automation tool set – Selenium/UFT/Tosca
  • Working Knowledge of Defect management process, Risk Framework and mitigation, and Enterprise Testing standards
  • Expertise with QA Deliverables tool set – (Jira, SharePoint, Microsoft Project/Excel)
  • Strong background in both Agile/Waterfall Methodologies
  • Strong competency in requirement analysis, prioritize tasks, identify risks
  • Organized and able to Multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Highly motivated, able to work independently
  • Strong problem solving and analytical skills
  • Experience with Onshore/Offshore model
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, Communicates Effectively, builds relationships, Influences others
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to changes
  • Experience with Continuous Integration model

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