Sr. Performance Test Engineer
Corbis
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Full Time Job
Sr. SQA Engineer
About the Position: The Sr. SQA Engineer is responsible for understanding the business and developing relevant performance test data and automated performance test scripts for cloud based applications including Corbis websites, internal applications, REST based Services and tools as well as 3rd party software applications on a project release basis. The position also leads efforts to implement and apply advanced testing techniques, structured SQA methods and process improvements to enhance overall software quality.
Responsibilities: -
• Develop, implement and lead functional & performance testing for cloud based applications, Corbis websites, REST Services, internal applications and 3rd party software applications.
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop and implement testing project plans and risk assessments.
• Participate in business and functional requirements review process during project inception and elaboration.
• Oversee execution of test plan and analysis of results. Monitor progress against test schedule and report status to project and SQA management.
• Review test cases and defects for quality, clarity and accuracy.
• Initiate Testing process development and improvement.
• Work with SQA management and SDETs to organize and implement structured testing methods and practices.
• Software metrics: Drive software problem isolation. Use defect-tracking system to track test cases and results, and work with developers and analysts on problem isolation and resolution.
• Code/test coverage analysis: Lead efforts to improve software test design, coverage and execution. Ensure structured software risk assessment techniques are used in designing test cases.
• Act as liaison between business, technology and 3rd party vendors for testing purposes.
Qualifications: -
• Minimum of 5 years of experience with system performance testing using Jmeter, Load Runner or similar tool experience is required.
• Demonstrated experience of performance testing cloud based applications and REST based Services.
• Expertise on performing functional,Stress, Load, Compatibility, Browser performance and Latency tests.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and lead testing projects. Ability to work effectively in dynamic project environments.
• Ability to effectively represent the SQA group among other functional groups.
• Experience with automated test infrastructure.
• Minimum two years’ experience working in an Agile environment.
• Demonstrated ability to make effective software testing decisions and act upon them.
• Ability to make effective schedule estimates, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and oral.
• Sound understanding of formal testing methods and practices, including structured testing methods, software metrics and test automation.
• Familiarity with formal SQA evaluation methods across the software development cycle: design analysis, implementation review, and debugging. Ability to structure organization to optimize operational efficiency.
• BS or BA in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field, or demonstrate equivalent training or business experience.