What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Tester position at SAIC Career Site?
Description
SAIC is seeking a Software Tester to support our Naval Surface Warfare Center located in La Plata, MD.
Job Duties:
- Develops and executes test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure that all information systems products and services meet organization standards and end-user requirements.
- Develops test plans, test schedule, and approach.
- Writes test cases and scripts and identifies data for test scenarios.
- Conducts a walk through on test case/script with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads. Performs and leads tests of software and/or IT systems to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects.
- Performs verification activities on work products using defined methods, procedures and criteria with an appropriate verification environment.
- Documents and communicates test results.
- Supports analysis of test results and resolution of open issues.
- Documents and works to resolve all complex problems.
- Reports progress on problem resolution to management.
- Devises improvements to current procedures and develops models of possible future configurations.
- Creates daily test metrics and reporting.
- Occasionally performs other IT systems engineering activities such as requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support.
Qualifications
Required Eduction and Experience:
- Bachelors and two (2) years or more experience; Masters and 0 years related experience
- Secret clearance required
Desired Experience:
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Agile testing, unit testing, and automated testing experience
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ISTQB Certification
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