Software QA Engineer-Temporary

Location

Greenville, NC | United States

Job description

Software QA Engineer-Temporary Location Greenville, NC : We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer to join our team at ECU's Department of Technology Systems for a short-term research and development project sponsored by an external client. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Software QA Engineer to ensure our web application exceeds our high standards of quality. Responsibilities: Software Quality Assurance Engineering (60%) Develop, execute, and maintain detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts for our web application, covering all aspects including functionality, performance, scalability, and reliability. Work closely with the software development and DevOps teams to identify, report, and track software defects, and verify their resolution. Design and implement automated tests and testing frameworks for continuous integration and deployment processes, focusing on maximizing efficiency and coverage. Participate in the design and development stages of software creation, contributing QA perspectives and ensuring quality considerations are integrated from the outset. Perform manual testing where necessary, including exploratory, regression, and user acceptance testing. Manage the testing environment, ensuring it accurately reflects our production settings. Stay up-to-date with new testing tools and test strategies, and recommend improvements to our testing processes. Document all QA activities and create reports on test outcomes to share with the development team and stakeholders. Support the software developers by writing software modules for the web application. Design formal testing strategies and methods. Document and maintain operational procedures and system configurations. Learn and apply cybersecurity and IT industry standards and procedures as assigned by the project lead. Project Management Support (10)

• Lead a group of students and evaluate their work
• Participate in-person teamwork at ECU Main Campus and also at client site
• Prepare PowerPoint slides for meetings when needed
• Adhere to project timelines and budgets
• Evaluate students' performances and coordinate project work with other team members
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with the project team, customer, end-users, and the stakeholders.
Technical Documentation Support (30)
• Create and maintain technical documentation
• Write user manuals
• Develop software maintenance, update, and backup procedures
• Develop technical manuals for application deployment on cloud
• Support the project team in developing scientific publications
• Develop software test reports
• Develop and document test protocols
Minimum Education/Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Software QA Engineer or similar role in software development and testing.
• Proficiency in web application technologies, including CSS, HTML5, JavaScript, PHP, and MariaDB.
• Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks such as Selenium, TestComplete, or JMeter.
• Familiarity with CI/CD processes and tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes, including experience in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and cases.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug issues across multiple browsers and devices.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation N/A Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
License or Certification Required by the Department Special Instructions to Applicant East Carolina University requires applicants to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online. 3 original letters of reference are required for employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement. For letters of reference not submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system, please have the original signed letters mailed to Ebony Applewhite-Wiggins ECU College of Engineering and Technology, 1000 E. 5th Street, Mailstop 507, Greenville, NC 27858. The candidate of choice will also be required to provide an original transcript. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date 03/07/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. Initial Screening Begins 03/21/2024 Rank Level Not Applicable Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting AA/EOE East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA [email protected] . Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. Office of Human Resources Contact Information If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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