ShiftCode Analytics
QA Test Lead: NiSource
ShiftCode Analytics, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
Title: QA Test LeadLocation: onsite 2-3 days per week in Columbus, Ohio.Duration: 6 MonthsVisa: USC and GCInterview: Phone/ZoomJob Type: C2CQualifications:
Experience Leading a teamBachelor's Degree in Information Systems or Computer Science required, or equivalent experience5 to 7+ years of in-depth knowledge and experience in project work, process management, and quality assuranceExtensive knowledge and experience with Testing Tools: ALM and JiraKnowledge and experience of Performance Testing: ALM Performance CenterKnowledge and experience of Automation Testing: UFT, Gherkin, Ruby, Jenkins, CucumberKnowledge and experience with SQL codingProven track record of leading strategic projects or the test function combined with the ability to execute at tactical project-level activities and tasksDemonstrable experience as a change agent having effectively implemented change in large cross functional organizationExperience working with distributed teamsStrong written and communication skillsAbility to work with ambiguitySelf-motivated, driven individual who is comfortable working in a global, matrixed, fast-paced environmentDeep understanding of quality assurance and testing practices within the SDLCBrings an awareness of current market trends around tools and best practicesWaterfall and Agile
Responsibilities:
The Applications Test Lead is accountable for the testing work related to applications in a particular functional domain (for instance, Customer, Transmission and Distribution, Corporate applications, or a particular technology stack), and is a key member of project and program teams, where either Waterfall and Agile methodologies are used. The Applications Test Lead will have a thorough knowledge of testing and quality assurance tools and methodologies, as well as all phases of the systems development life cycle. He/she will have experience in using automation tools and utilities. The responsibilities of this role include facilitating the creation of test plans across the functional and technical teams, facilitating the development of the test scenarios and test scripts, setting up and organizing the technical capabilities, the processes and the people to conduct manual testing and or utilization of automation tools. Maintaining the test scripts with a focus on creation of reusable scripts, and tracking quality assurance metrics that meet or exceed the PMO requirements will be important activities for the test lead.
In addition to the skills required for a test lead working in a traditional waterfall project, a test lead or engineer in an Agile team should be competent in test automation, test-driven development, acceptance test-driven development, white-box, black-box, and experience-based testing.
Job Summary
The Applications Test Lead is accountable for the testing work related to applications in a particular functional domain (for instance, Customer, Transmission and Distribution, Corporate applications, or a particular technology stack), and is a key member of project and program teams, where either Waterfall and Agile methodologies are used. The Applications Test Lead will have a thorough knowledge of testing and quality assurance tools and methodologies, as well as all phases of the systems development life cycle. He/she will have experience in using automation tools and utilities. The responsibilities of this role include facilitating the creation of test plans across the functional and technical teams, facilitating the development of the test scenarios and test scripts, setting up and organizing the technical capabilities, the processes and the people to conduct manual testing and or utilization of automation tools. Maintaining the test scripts with a focus on creation of reusable scripts, and tracking quality assurance metrics that meet or exceed the PMO requirements will be important activities for the test lead.
In addition to the skills required for a test lead working in a traditional waterfall project, a test lead or engineer in an Agile team should be competent in test automation, test-driven development, acceptance test-driven development, white-box, black-box, and experience-based testing.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Ensures testing processes are in alignment with NiSource PMO methodology and standards
Brings an awareness of current market trends around tools and best practices
Has an understanding of the NiSource QA framework and implements QA templates effectively
Helps others to gain an understanding of the QA framework.
Sets forth testing best practices and ensures each tester is following best testing practices according to the NiSource QA Framework
Determines staffing requirements for test planning and execution
Works with business leads to understand the end to end business process & identify test scenarios
Reviews and understands project specific requirements
Ensures proper traceability between test scripts and requirements
Reviews test scripts for accuracy and completeness
Identifies required data for thorough testing across all levels of testing needed
Responsible for providing daily program level testing metrics & reporting
Responsible for conducting daily standup with testers
Conducts weekly program level status report/status meeting
Completes/Updates Test Approach
Completes/Updates any PMM (Project Management Methodology) required documentation
Train Testers to ensure users know how to execute Tests and log Defects
Creates a daily Test Plan during all Testing phases
Creates and maintains program level planning tracking towards completion
Serves as the point of escalation for any and all Testing related issues
Facilitates remediation/mitigation of identified risks/issues
Facilitates program level progression of Testing in all phases of Testing
Responsible for program level quality of Testing activities and Testing results
Runs daily audit report to ensure compliance with audit
Tracks completion status for each cycle of Testing and ensure Test Plans are complete and accurate
Defines scope of Testing for each release
Defines and tracks completion of items on Exit Criteria checklist for weekly review with program leads
Understands requirements enough to be able to determine accurate priority and severity of Defects
Sets forth and adheres to Defect standards
Sends daily Defect aging report and follows up on Defects that are past SLA
Facilitates daily Defect triage meetings
Works with Deployment Lead to ensure all checklist items are accounted for
Identifies areas of process improvements and implements improvement measures with buy-in from Program Leads
Works with OCM & training leads for anything Testing related
Coaches and mentors junior test team members
Adheres to administrative processes and deadlines
Other duties, as required
Comments/Special Instructions
Application Test Lead
Workday learning, or Workday implementation or experience would be a bonus
Experience Leading a teamBachelor's Degree in Information Systems or Computer Science required, or equivalent experience5 to 7+ years of in-depth knowledge and experience in project work, process management, and quality assuranceExtensive knowledge and experience with Testing Tools: ALM and JiraKnowledge and experience of Performance Testing: ALM Performance CenterKnowledge and experience of Automation Testing: UFT, Gherkin, Ruby, Jenkins, CucumberKnowledge and experience with SQL codingProven track record of leading strategic projects or the test function combined with the ability to execute at tactical project-level activities and tasksDemonstrable experience as a change agent having effectively implemented change in large cross functional organizationExperience working with distributed teamsStrong written and communication skillsAbility to work with ambiguitySelf-motivated, driven individual who is comfortable working in a global, matrixed, fast-paced environmentDeep understanding of quality assurance and testing practices within the SDLCBrings an awareness of current market trends around tools and best practicesWaterfall and Agile
Responsibilities:
The Applications Test Lead is accountable for the testing work related to applications in a particular functional domain (for instance, Customer, Transmission and Distribution, Corporate applications, or a particular technology stack), and is a key member of project and program teams, where either Waterfall and Agile methodologies are used. The Applications Test Lead will have a thorough knowledge of testing and quality assurance tools and methodologies, as well as all phases of the systems development life cycle. He/she will have experience in using automation tools and utilities. The responsibilities of this role include facilitating the creation of test plans across the functional and technical teams, facilitating the development of the test scenarios and test scripts, setting up and organizing the technical capabilities, the processes and the people to conduct manual testing and or utilization of automation tools. Maintaining the test scripts with a focus on creation of reusable scripts, and tracking quality assurance metrics that meet or exceed the PMO requirements will be important activities for the test lead.
In addition to the skills required for a test lead working in a traditional waterfall project, a test lead or engineer in an Agile team should be competent in test automation, test-driven development, acceptance test-driven development, white-box, black-box, and experience-based testing.
Job Summary
The Applications Test Lead is accountable for the testing work related to applications in a particular functional domain (for instance, Customer, Transmission and Distribution, Corporate applications, or a particular technology stack), and is a key member of project and program teams, where either Waterfall and Agile methodologies are used. The Applications Test Lead will have a thorough knowledge of testing and quality assurance tools and methodologies, as well as all phases of the systems development life cycle. He/she will have experience in using automation tools and utilities. The responsibilities of this role include facilitating the creation of test plans across the functional and technical teams, facilitating the development of the test scenarios and test scripts, setting up and organizing the technical capabilities, the processes and the people to conduct manual testing and or utilization of automation tools. Maintaining the test scripts with a focus on creation of reusable scripts, and tracking quality assurance metrics that meet or exceed the PMO requirements will be important activities for the test lead.
In addition to the skills required for a test lead working in a traditional waterfall project, a test lead or engineer in an Agile team should be competent in test automation, test-driven development, acceptance test-driven development, white-box, black-box, and experience-based testing.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Ensures testing processes are in alignment with NiSource PMO methodology and standards
Brings an awareness of current market trends around tools and best practices
Has an understanding of the NiSource QA framework and implements QA templates effectively
Helps others to gain an understanding of the QA framework.
Sets forth testing best practices and ensures each tester is following best testing practices according to the NiSource QA Framework
Determines staffing requirements for test planning and execution
Works with business leads to understand the end to end business process & identify test scenarios
Reviews and understands project specific requirements
Ensures proper traceability between test scripts and requirements
Reviews test scripts for accuracy and completeness
Identifies required data for thorough testing across all levels of testing needed
Responsible for providing daily program level testing metrics & reporting
Responsible for conducting daily standup with testers
Conducts weekly program level status report/status meeting
Completes/Updates Test Approach
Completes/Updates any PMM (Project Management Methodology) required documentation
Train Testers to ensure users know how to execute Tests and log Defects
Creates a daily Test Plan during all Testing phases
Creates and maintains program level planning tracking towards completion
Serves as the point of escalation for any and all Testing related issues
Facilitates remediation/mitigation of identified risks/issues
Facilitates program level progression of Testing in all phases of Testing
Responsible for program level quality of Testing activities and Testing results
Runs daily audit report to ensure compliance with audit
Tracks completion status for each cycle of Testing and ensure Test Plans are complete and accurate
Defines scope of Testing for each release
Defines and tracks completion of items on Exit Criteria checklist for weekly review with program leads
Understands requirements enough to be able to determine accurate priority and severity of Defects
Sets forth and adheres to Defect standards
Sends daily Defect aging report and follows up on Defects that are past SLA
Facilitates daily Defect triage meetings
Works with Deployment Lead to ensure all checklist items are accounted for
Identifies areas of process improvements and implements improvement measures with buy-in from Program Leads
Works with OCM & training leads for anything Testing related
Coaches and mentors junior test team members
Adheres to administrative processes and deadlines
Other duties, as required
Comments/Special Instructions
Application Test Lead
Workday learning, or Workday implementation or experience would be a bonus