IT Quality Assurance Engineer

Responsible for development and management of automated test scripts based upon manual test cases, execution of automated test scripts, and reporting of defects – with the ultimate goal of ensuring high quality of Motion IT applications, as measured by post-production defects. 

This position will be located in Birmingham, AL at the corporate office in Irondale. This position is not offered remotely. 

SCOPE

• Defines, develops, executes, and documents automated test scripts and cases utilizing a full range of tools and processes, automation frameworks, software development languages and database tools
• Logs defects discovered into defect repository, and reports test findings to IT Project Managers and/or Application Developers for corrective action.
• Works with Application Developers to understand system logic, and identify reasons for script failure
• Proactive in working with Application Development teams to assign Document Object Model (DOM) elements with identifiable attributes
• Consults with Application Development staff on execution of automated scripts to help perform unit testing
• Keeps abreast of emerging technology and trends in automated test development, and provides recommendations to management. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develops, executes, and reports automated test suites
• Contributes to each phase of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) primarily through regression and unit testing
• Performs application system performance monitoring of both Test and Production platforms/environments
• Ensures all test results are properly documented, and captures all relevant information.
• Follows Quality Management process as described in company IT Policy and Procedure Statements (MPPS), to ensure all module and system testing meets requirements
• Provides daily and release-based reports that detail the results of test execution, defects found, and issues encountered with scripts
• Support the bi-weekly software development release cycle, ensuring proper testing is completed on new releases in a timely and accurate manner
• Responsible for keeping stakeholders (IT Project Managers, Application Developers, Business Process Owners, etc.) and IT management informed of testing status and defects discovered
• Ensures applications are functional, reliable, and responsive through automated testing
• Ensures that application business rules, associated logic, and application development security best practices (per OWASP top 10) are adhered to within systems, as part of the QA testing process
• Adheres to Quality Assurance principals, standards, and industry best practices
• Researches and evaluates software automation tools
• May coach and mentor more junior staff and contract employees
• Makes recommendations as to improvements of the QA process
• Responsible for following policies and procedures, software testing guidelines, and best practices for software development
• Identifies and makes recommendations as to cost savings opportunities
• Frequent communication with QA Manager, QA staff, Application Developers, and Project Managers for reporting the status of testing and status of modules in development
• Frequent interaction with QA Manager for testing status updates, progress reporting, and overall coordination of testing activities
• Works closely with both QA and Development groups to assure quality products
• Assists Application Development in the use of automation tools for unit testing 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 4 years as a QA professional
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in software development, system design, and automated system testing
• Proficiency with Java, Selenium, and SQL. Experience with other automated testing tools is desirable
• Experience with structured application development and change control methodologies
• Experience with relational database methodology as well as methods for accessing and validating of data via SQL
• Good verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team environment
• BS degree is preferred
• Software Quality (CASQ or CSQA) and/or Software Testing (CAST or CSTE) Certifications a plus