Application Tester

Job#: 3031367

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Application Tester to join our team in Washington DC.

In this role you will support/develop JAVA based applications along with .NET and MQ messaging. The ideal candidate should be proficient in understanding the Software Development Lifecycle and the supporting software necessary to perform change management. The candidate will be testing various scenarios within the various applications and documenting results.

Required Qualifications/ Duties/Tasks and Responsibilities

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

Bachelor's Degree, Minimum Required Years of Experience =5

Must pass a DOJ Minimal Background Investigation, MBI, Level 5 background investigation. Valid EQIP JPAS transfers acceptable

Plans and develops functional test plans and for all phases of testing

Design, execute, and maintain automated and manual test scripts

Generating test data

Data Validation, execute regression, functional, load and system testing

Verifying results and producing test summaries and defect reports

Identifying defects and requirement discrepancies

Generating defect change requests and reporting discrepancies

Determines test objectives and standards by reviewing customer requirements

Conducts application testing of web based systems

Captures and documents artifacts and records defects

Verifies and validates testing results by accessing and querying databases using MS Access or SQL

Reports test outcome by collecting, analyzing, interpreting, summarizing, and displaying data

Resolves testing problems by modifying testing methods during tests; conferring with management to revise test objectives and plans

Gains an understanding of business requirements, current system operations/functionality and proposed new requirements

Participates in design reviews, analysis walkthroughs, and Peer Reviews

Must have a working knowledge of Rational ClearQuest & Rational ClearCase

Position Requirements:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to collaborate, communicate, and triage technical issues across teams

Experience in software testing, creation, and implementation

Candidate must show evidence of personally using Test Strategies, Test Plans, Manual Test Cases, and Automated Test Scripts.

Experience performing both manual and automated software testing

Ability to conduct test risk/ system impact analysis

Must be detailed oriented, have strong problem solving skills and decision making skills

Ability to thoroughly identify, document, and track defects

Able to prioritize, multi- task, and excel in a fast-paced, on-time deliverable environment

Flexibility to work weekends and off hours as required

Technical Proficiencies

Ability to develop automated scripts using advanced techniques. Ability to review test requirements, create automated scripts, and organize into test execution suites using Rational automated test tools, Rational Test Manager, Rational Functional Tester a plus

Must have capability to develop SQL to support testing analysis activities, including back end database testing.

Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)

Hands on experience with Test Complete, Insomnia, Soap UI, Ready API, TOAD, and Data Studio is preferred

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.