QA Tester

Location: Harrisburg, PA

Position Type: Hybrid

Hybrid/Onsite Schedule: One day a month in office

Contract Length: 1 year

Position Overview:

QA Tester with 4 plus years relevant experience in an agile testing environment; 3 years iOS mobile experience; exceptional written and verbal communication skills is needed.

Duties:

Reviews and understands the Test Team work plan.

Manages and directs Test Team processes.

Anticipates, identifies, tracks, and resolves issues and risks.

Develops contingency plans as needed.

Researches problems before escalating to leadership.

Guides and supports Testers.

Develops understanding of system business requirements.

Plans and executes component and assembly tests with Application Teams.

Participates in assembly or product test execution.

Defines product test plans and acceptance criteria.

Develops, updates, and maintains testing standards and procedures.

Resolves testing process questions and issues.

Plans, creates, and controls test environments.

Conducts inspections and resolves related issues.

Coordinates and executes tests with the Test Team, Application Team, and Program Manager.

Monitors and updates time estimates and actuals for assigned tasks.

Trains and mentors Test Team members.

Updates and tests release installation procedures.

Defines and applies entry and exit criteria for testing.

Designs and schedules structured walk-throughs or inspections.

Works with users to validate that solutions meet business requirements.

Creates and maintains test models (plans, data, scripts) for testing and release control.

Conducts and participates in structured walk-throughs.

Executes assembly or product tests.

Meets deadlines and time estimates for tasks.

Communicates accurate and timely status updates.

Follows established quality standards.

Works effectively in a team environment.

Completes assigned tasks.

Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.

Required Skills:

4 years of Agile method software testing experience

3 years of iOS mobile experience

Demonstrated exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Skills:

4-year college degree or equivalent technical study