Automation QA Tester

Role: Automation QA TesterLocation: MONTGOMERY, OHDuration: 6 MonthsRate: $50/hr On C2C (Max)Job Description:This tester will provide support in developing SOA/integration interface test plans and estimates, automated test script development, executing service test scripts, reporting/tracking defects. The Quality Engineer is responsible for managing quality and test related process execution with high impact to the business. This includes providing feedback on artifacts developed during requirements and analysis phases within Mercury projects; authoring test plans and test cases; and performing test execution for both project and support related activities.Work within various test methodologies such as SAFe agileParticipate in the web application technical design process with the Application Architects on Internet and eCommerce related development projects.Test web services using CA Lisa automated scripts.Test web services using SDLC best practices.Participate in all phases of web services system testing.Develop, implement and maintain quality and test procedures, processes and best practices for QA.Develop and maintain test plan and test cases with associated test data based upon functional and non-functional requirements.Identify test automation opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of test services.Contribute to test automation scripting standards and best practices.Understand SOA Reference Architecture.Elicit & understand SOA testing requirements.Write automation scripts and participate in peer reviews.Develop a repeatable process for designing, developing, and executing scripts.Conduct tests, document and analyze test results and present findings to development teams.Report and document defects found during test cycles. Participate in defect prioritization sessions.Work with development teams to instill testability into development practices.Provide test services for support activity and work with release management to assure product release quality.Communicate timely status, including any potential risks/issues to the appropriate teams to ensure completion of all deliverables within schedule, budget and quality constraints.Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.5+ years of relevant experience in software quality assurance2+ years of hands-on, automation testing of web services (both REST and SOAP protocols)Demonstrated experience in XML, XSD, XPath, MQ, Topics, HTTP, HTTPS, JSONKnowledge of SOA frameworks, processes, strategies, and approaches2+ years of Java programming on test automation scripts1+ years of working in an Agile/Scrum methodology2+ years of using Quality Center/ALM for test case management1+ years of using JIRA for user story management and defect tracking2+ years of using T-SQL or PL/SQL for database validationAbility to succeed and focus in a fast-paced environment with noise/distractionsPosition/Project Specific Preferences/Desires:Prefer 1+ years of automation testing web services using ITKO LISA, CA LISA, or CA DevTestPrefer SOA test experience be utilized in the current/most recent projectPrefer Agile be utilized in the current/most recent projectPrefer experience working in a SAFe Agile environmentBachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

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