Technical Test Analyst

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Technical Test Analyst eGov Internet Channel

Job Summary:

An exciting opportunity exists within The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland to serve as a Technical Test Analyst in the eGovernment (eGov) department. The successful candidate will test the functionality and performance of software systems and ensures the software meets business requirements.

Essential Accountabilities:

• Reviews business requirement, functional requirements and technical specifications to develop test strategies, plans and scripts; creates test data based on requirements to conduct performance, load/stress, progression, regression, integration and scalability testing of complex application software.
• Executes test plans, records and reports results, assists with analysing test results, and provides root-cause analysis for problems encountered during testing and when necessary, for production issues. Diagnoses complex software problems, recommends solutions and determines when program requirements have not been met.
• Utilize testing tools to automate test scripts/scenarios, and validate test results.
• Develops test tools (eg test harnesses) used to simulate external systems/processes and system-to-system interfaces.
• Remains abreast of changes in software quality assurance best practices, recommends changes to ensure delivery of high quality code and implements process improvements for software testing.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
• Adheres to the Bank's attendance policies through regular and prompt attendance.

Job Specifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• 8+ years of related work experience
• Knowledge of complex and diversified procedures, practices, and policies
• Knowledge of complex procedures and practices of a specific function
• Proficiency with complex business machines (computers, etc.)
• Knowledge of procedures and services of related areas (such as accounting or purchasing)
• Specialized, technical skills
• Thorough understanding of a scientific discipline (for example, economics, management, computer science)

Complexity of Challenges:

• Requires following vaguely defined procedures.
• Decisions are consistently made within reason and affect the work group or department.

Problem Solving Skills:

• Logical analysis: Requires thinking through and solving problems step by step, often looking beyond the obvious solution to a problem and digging deeper for the best solution.
• Working in a group environment: Requires working as part of a group to solve issues and problems.

Additional Job Specifications:

• 3+ years development experience utilizing Java is required.
• Advanced Knowledge of QTP is required.
• Experience developing web applications which use or run on Java, JavaScript,Servlets, Applets, Spring, Struts, and WebSphere is desired.
• Experience testing web applications using tools such as LoadRunner, Quality Center, Excel, SQL, and Oracle is desired.