Under the general supervision of the QA Manager in the Public Health Applications Division of HHS IT, the QA Tester will be responsible for the definition of Test Strategy and Test Plans, development, and some maintenance of Automated Test scripts. This individual performs Quality Assurance work which involves but not limited to daily coordination of Quality Assurance tasks, back-end and front-end testing of standard and rich-media banners, websites and other functionality as required. Successful Candidate may assign and supervise the work of others, provides guidance to project team members in order to maintain the highest level of quality. This position shares responsibility for maintaining internal lines of crisp and clear communication with vendors and customers. Travel to other work location may be required.

Essential Job Functions:Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

1: Considers Quality as basic requirement for meeting customer expectations, actively participates in the development of Master Test Plans, Test Approaches, Test Schedules and Test cases to accomplish application testing, systems testing and functional testing, coordinates user acceptance testing. Clearly communicates quality risks and suggests risk mitigation strategies. Provides input regarding adherence to technical standards and customer requirements. Proactively participates in ensuring the highest level of quality assurance possible (40%).

2: Develops/writes Test Automation scripts following industry coding standards. Maintains/updates existing Test Automation scripts to work with changing product functionality. (20%).

3: Communicates effectively with agency subject matter experts and support staff to support their testing requirements for cross agency business systems, designs and verifies test data. Proactively documents and facilitates communication and troubleshooting of issues, defects and changes while promoting adherence to sound development standards and solutions with minimal supervisor assistance (20%).

4: Pursues/participates in continuing education opportunities to enhance both technical and interpersonal skills (10%).

5: Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to Accessibility testing, Performance Testing, Administration of Tools, Requirements Review, Reporting (10%)

Knowledge Skills Abilities:Knowledge of project development methodologies, principles and practices.

Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge of industry testing tools, like but not limited to UFT, Load Runner etc.

Knowledge of Test Automation.

Skills and experience in Agile and Waterfall development methods.

Skills and experience in SDLC (Software Development Lifecycle)

Skills and experience using HP ALM or equivalent Application Lifecycle Management Tools.

Skill in project management best practices.

Skill in software development methodology.

Ability to write Performance Test plans and execute Performance testing.

Ability to analyze, coordinate and solve complex problems; work in a team environment; and handle multiple projects.

Ability to effectively work both independently and with others.

Ability to work under pressure under tight time constraints.

Ability to create and verify test data.

Ability to use creative thinking and planning to solve problems.

Ability to write clearly and concisely, and to read and analyze written materials.

Registration or Licensure Requirements:

Initial Selection Criteria:Graduation from a college or university with major course work in computer science, or a related field is generally preferred.

Equivalent experience may be substituted on a year for year basis. 2-4 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance and/or a software related hands-on position.

Additional Information:This position can telework 100% from any location in Texas consistent with HHS telework policies. Applicants from outside Texas must be willing to relocate within 60 days of hire.MOS Code:There are no direct military occupation(s) that relate to the responsibilities, and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active duty, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications for this position.

HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-###-####. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

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