Cork-based company Endeavour is seeking an experienced QA Test Engineer for a 6-month contract position.
The ideal candidate will have a strong technical testing background and interest in moving towards a development role or production support background, especially in web-based systems.
The successful candidate will work closely with software development teams and management to ensure high-quality software delivery and existing production system maintenance.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide input and leadership to project teams as per best practice (estimating, designing, developing and executing test procedures and test cases).
* Guide project teams about functionality and quality in relation to the testing approach.
* Report regularly on test metrics and escalate issues as appropriate.
* Review specification documents with project teams to create accurate and comprehensive test plans.
* Ensure deployed software meets expectations with frequent reviews with project teams on the status and results of testing.
* Be competent in the use of test automation and tracking tools to maximize productivity during regression testing and performance testing phases.
* Recommend and develop improvements to the current testing process.
* Manage priorities and set expectations when faced with multiple demanding tasks.
* Take ownership of incoming support issues and learn simple production fixes or direct to the correct internal resource.
* Work beyond normal working hours to achieve project deadlines.
* Perform additional duties to support future testing functions.
Required Skills/Experience:
* 4+ years cumulative system-testing experience with emphasis on web-based testing.
* Strong testing background with experience writing test plans and test procedures.
* Experience with regression, integration, and system-level test execution.
* Test automation tool experience (Visual Studio Team System, HP Quick Test Professional, Selenium).
* Working knowledge of performance/load testing tools.
* Defect tracking tool experience.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* Ability to understand application architecture and identify issue locations.
* Data analysis and SQL understanding highly beneficial.
* Self-starter with analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to drive problem resolution.
* Results-driven individual with high standards.
* Multiteam experience with technology versatility.
* Effective time management and communication skills.
* Dedication to continuous learning.
* Client-facing communication experience.
* Stamp 4 visa eligibility for Ireland.