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IT Software QA Advisor

IT Software QA Advisor

TalentBurst, Inc.Memphis, TN
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Job Title :         IT Software QA Advisor

Duration :         12+ Months Contract to hire

Location :         Memphis, TN or Columbus, OH

Required :

  • 8 plus years QA Experience
  • Leadership experience (Leading Meetings, Attend Project Meetings, Track Prod Defects and Reviewing testing documents)
  • Strong communications skills
  • Strong Organizational skills
  • Good SQL / Oracle skills
  • Good Troubleshooting skills
  • Basic Unix experience
  • Manual Testing
  • Preferred :
  • Progress Language
  • Quality Center / ALM
  • SharePoint
  • Smartsheet for Project Tracking

Primary purpose :

  • To design, develop, maintain, test and debug tests for software and applications; to determine the compatibility and impact of new programs on existing system tests and test plans; to develop expertise in and assume responsibility for one or more specific system functions; to formulate / define system scope and objectives; to devise or modify tests to verify implementation of complex problems; to assume responsibility for project completion; and to provide guidance and training to Quality Assurance Analyst I colleagues.

    • Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

  • Becomes familiar with all aspects of the application including reports, parameters, claims management, intake services, carrier / client interfaces and vendor / business partner interfaces. Assumes responsibility and develops expertise for a specific area of functionality of the application. Defines and establishes quality assurance procedures, standards, metrics reporting and auditing.
  • Analyzes user needs as required; leads in the design of tests to verify that end user needs have been met.
  • Develops and maintains software test scripts and test plans to verify systems meet the specifications outlines in data processing requests.
  • Assesses requirements of insurance carriers and regulatory groups; leads in the design and development of tests to verify system software meets those requirements.
  • Tests and verifies software; assists in testing projects for members of the programming staff. Prepares documentation for assigned projects and follows software release procedures.
  • Assists in the professional growth of Quality Assurance Analyst I colleagues.
  • Follows pre-established standards and guidelines as they pertain to design and development of tests and test plans.
  • Maintains up-to-date knowledge of current quality assurance tools and other technology advances. Delivers and maintains the highest quality of customer services to our clients.

    • Additional Functions and Responsibilities :

  • Performs other duties as assigned. Supports the organization's quality program(s). Travels as required.

    • Qualifications Education & Licensing :

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Information Systems or Computer Science major preferred.
  • Experience Eight (8) years of information technology / computer science experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required, including four (4) years of testing / quality assurance experience with two (2) years specialized experience with emphasis on interpreting user requirements, and development of business application tests required. Insurance industry experience preferred.

    • Skills & Knowledge :

  • Knowledge of client / server applications and claims management systems
  • Excellent project management skills
  • High level of self-motivation
  • Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
  • Leadership skills
  • Analytical and interpretive skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

    • Work Environment :

  • When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations. Mental : Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines Physical : Computer keyboarding, travel as required Auditory / Visual : Hearing, vision and talking
  • NOTE : Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position. The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
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