Application Architect

Job ID NumberR5220

Employment TypeFull time

Worksite FlexibilityOnsite

Job SummaryAs the Application Architect, you will be responsible for overseeing the architecture and testing of applications, ensuring seamless integration, security, and performance across various platforms.

Job Description

We are looking for an Application Architect to lead the testing and integration efforts for our applications. This position will be full-time 12+ month contract, and onsite.

What You'll Do

Collaborate with development teams to understand the scope of updates

Define a comprehensive testing strategy based on the specific changes made to the applications

Document test cases, test results, and any deviations from expected behavior

Identify test scenarios, test data, and success criteria

Perform integration testing to ensure interaction between different components of the application and test broader system functionality, including infrastructure components

Perform functional testing through validation of end-to-end functionality from a user's perspective, ensuring the application behaves as expected under various scenarios including negative testing

Execute testing based on the defined test scenarios, report defects and issues promptly, including steps to reproduce, and collaborate with developers to address identified issues

Re-run test cases to ensure that no new defects were introduced during updates and validate backward compatibility with existing features

Assess application responsiveness, identify bottlenecks, and performance issues

Validate security controls, authentication mechanisms, and authorization rules, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend improvements

Verify that the updated applications work seamlessly across different browsers

Provide clear instructions for reproducing defects

Develop detailed test reports summarizing test execution, defects found, and overall application quality, provide recommendations for improvements

What You'll Need

Required:

10 years of experience programming in developing and utilizing test scripts to test web applications

5 years of experience in utilizing automated testing tools/platforms to test applications

Experience in conducting application testing without utilizing automated testing

Experience with Kanban/Scrum/Agile

Experience working collaboratively with business analysts and developers

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Software Engineering, or another related field

Preferred:

Experience with building test cases and running tests using Tricentis Tosca, Worksoft, and/or Microfocus ALM

Experience with application development security tools such as WebInspect

Experience in standing up a new automated testing solution/platform

Ability to plan, organize and document IT solutions

Ability to plan, organize and coordinate IT work assignments

Experience testing APIs

Experience working in a project-oriented environment

Excellent troubleshooting skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Detail-oriented, ability to switch tasks, ability to self-direct and prioritize tasks

Ability to research and investigate problems to develop viable solutions and report findings/recommendations clearly and effectively

Experience developing functional and technical specifications, design flow, and system blueprints

Experience with Microsoft Office 365

Physical Demands

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards

Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.

Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to or 824 - 8111.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

CAI is committed to equal employment opportunity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. All employment decisions are based on valid job requirements, including hiring, promotion, and compensation. Harassment and retaliation are prohibited.

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