IT Software QA Specialist - Memphis, United States - Ask Staffing

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IT Software QA Specialist

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• Project Name:
• Duration: 11-Sep Aug-2024
• Status: Open
• Cost Center: C00245-IT Casualty Operations
• MSP Contact: Joseph Fakult
• Magnit E-mail:
• Education Level: High School Graduate/GED
• Job Classification: Information Technology
• Category Name: IT Software QA Specialist
• Actual Submissions: 0
• Max Submits Per Supplier: 3
• Description: This position is Contract to Hire and Open to Remote
  PRIMARY PURPOSE : To develop, maintain, test and debug tests for software to meet defined requirements and to design, implement, test, debug, document and maintain test scripts.
  
  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Becomes familiar with most aspects of the application including reports, parameters, claims management, intake services, carrier/client interfaces and vendor/business partner interfaces.
  • Analyzes user needs as required; assists in design of tests to verify that end user needs have been met.
  • Develops and modifies software test scripts and test plans to verify systems meet the specifications outlined in data processing requests; develops and maintains software test script and test plans to verify systems meet requirements of insurance carrier and regulatory groups.
  • Tests and verifies assigned projects; assists in testing projects for members of the programming staff.
  • Investigates call escalations from the support staff; makes necessary corrections to data and/or software tests.
  • 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).
  QUALIFICATIONS
  
  Education & Licensing
  
  Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Information Systems or Computer Science major preferred.
  
  Experience
  
  Five (5) years of information technology/computer science experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required, including two (2) years testing and/or business analytical experience. Experience in interpreting user requirements and development of business application tests strongly preferred.
  
  Skills & Knowledge
  • Knowledge of software testing and test design
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • PC literate, including Microsoft Office products.
  • Analytical and interpretive skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent negotiation skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies Exempt
  
  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.
• Requirements: This position is Contract to Hire and Open to Remote
  PRIMARY PURPOSE : To develop, maintain, test and debug tests for software to meet defined requirements and to design, implement, test, debug, document and maintain test scripts.
  
  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Becomes familiar with most aspects of the application including reports, parameters, claims management, intake services, carrier/client interfaces and vendor/business partner interfaces.
  • Analyzes user needs as required; assists in design of tests to verify that end user needs have been met.
  • Develops and modifies software test scripts and test plans to verify systems meet the specifications outlined in data processing requests; develops and maintains software test script and test plans to verify systems meet requirements of insurance carrier and regulatory groups.
  • Tests and verifies assigned projects; assists in testing projects for members of the programming staff.
  • Investigates call escalations from the support staff; makes necessary corrections to data and/or software tests.
  • 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).
  QUALIFICATIONS
  
  Education & Licensing
  
  Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Information Systems or Computer Science major preferred.
  
  Experience
  
  Five (5) years of information technology/computer science experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required, including two (2) years testing and/or business analytical experience. Experience in interpreting user requirements and development of business application tests strongly preferred.
  
  Skills & Knowledge
  • Knowledge of software testing and test design
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • PC literate, including Microsoft Office products.
  • Analytical and interpretive skills
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Excellent negotiation skills
  • 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.