QA Performance Analyst

 
The QA Performance Test Engineer job is responsible for the overall performance quality of systems and technology that are released into ETP's production environment.  The scope of this role includes the comprehensive aspects of quality including Performance Testing Strategy and planning, design and development of automated scripts, execution of testing, analyzing results, and metrics reporting. 
 
In their role, the QA Performance Test Engineer is responsible for ensuring systems meet business performance requirements (SLAs) and overall business objectives by tracking and reporting performance test results, performance metrics (response times, error rates, throughput, CPU and memory utilization, latency, and more), identified defects, as well as documenting observations and communicating issues to development staff to assist in their resolution.
 
Duties and Responsibilities

• Write testing strategies, test scripts and conditions to ensure effective performance test coverage
• Execute performance, Load, Spike, Stress, Endurance and Stability Testing
• Utilize data analytics to determine client usage characteristics and user flows
• Identify test data requirements and work with other teams as needed to create and maintain test data 
• Coordinate and schedule testing programs with project and program teams 
• Reporting testing outcomes to project stakeholders  
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of software testing tools 
• Identify, recommend, and implement process improvement opportunities for quality assurance programs 
• Stay up-to-date on software application testing tools and QA best practices 
• Recommend opportunities to lower testing costs or improve quality through alternative staffing models (e.g., gig, offshore, 3rd party) 
• Motivate team members to work collaboratively and effectively 
• Plan and document succession planning within scope of responsibility 

• Bachelor's Degree (computer science, information systems, business administration or other industry related curriculum) or combination of education and equivalent experience 
• Two to five (2-5) years serving as a QA Performance Engineer
• Demonstrated command scripting using JMeter, LoadRunner, NeoLoad and/or LoadComplete
• Experience with monitoring tools (Dynatrace, Performance Center, Splunk, AppDynamics, JProfiler, Datadog, NinjaOne)
• Experience with data analytics tools (Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, Open Web Analytics)
• Experience with repository/version control tools such as GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, TFS, AWS CodeCommit
• Experience with project management and issue-tracking software such as JIRA
• Experience with team collaboration and knowledge management software such as Confluence
• Strong team player with willingness to collaborate 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Strong capability to execute tasks with quality 
• Proficient oral and written communication skills 
• Good time management skills (i.e. works efficiently) 
• Strong attention to detail 
• Strong decision-making skills 
• Experience executing testing with large-scale platforms (SAP, JDA, etc.) is a PLUS
• Experience working with automated testing tools
• Solid working knowledge of metrics and models in product quality engineering
• Comprehensive understanding of test methodologies and techniques
• Expertise with software application test planning, execution and related testing tools 
• Experience working with testing teams that are located offshore 
• Ability to demonstrate Agile delivery values 

Agile Delivery Values

• Openness – Team and stakeholders agree to be open about all work and challenges 
• Commitment – Personally commit to achieving the goals of the team 
• Respect – Respect your team members to be capable and independent 
• Courage – You have courage to do the right thing and work on tough problems 
• Focus – Everyone focus on the work in the sprint and the goal of the scrum team.  Rise and fall as a team

• Master's degree (computer science, information systems, business administration or other industry related curriculum) or combination of education and equivalent experience 

• Experience with Mobile testing tools (Appium, BrowerStack)
• Working knowledge of relational database technology and SQL
• Strong understanding of database architecture/concepts
• Experience working in Agile environment (SAFe preferred), using DevOps and CD/CI methodology 
• SAFe Agile certified 
• Experience working with third-party Quality Assurance teams 
• Experience executing the regression and performance testing for packaged releases on a defined scheduled timeline coordinating the scheduling and resources 

Specialized Skills and Technologies

• Certified SAFe DevOps Practitioner
• Experience in Microfocus ALM or Microsoft TFS test management tools or Version One
• Experience in Application Programming Interface (API) testing along with multi-system integrations
• Experience in Hybris eCommerce or Adobe or Web/IOS application testing

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• ...and much more!

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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