SOFTWARE QA ENGINEER
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Job Reference Number |
14563417 |
Client ID: |
RI/KING088 |
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Posted On: |
Jan 30 2012 |
Location: |
DUBLIN |
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Job Type: |
Permanent
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Salary: |
NEGOTIABLE |
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Our client, a leading worldwide organisation are seeking to recruit a Software QA Engineer
The successful candidate will be part of the Quality Engineering team working on ensuring Adtech product releases are of the highest quality. The quality engineering team aims to support the needs of a growing development organisation. We do this by providing a range of QA services - Functional, Automation, Load etc.
Skills:
Experience required: 3+ years
Programming skills: C++,Erlang, Lua, Java, Perl, Python, Shell , HTML, CSS, Javascript, Flash
Operating systems: Linux, Windows, Android, iOS
Databases: MySQL, Oracle
Other: TCP/IP, HTTP, SOAP, Web services, Performance/Load testing, Selenium, Automation
Development environment: Eclipse, Soapui,Xcode
Experience with mobile development an definite advantage.
The Helios IQ ad serving platform of ADTECH enables web publishers to manage, serve and evaluate virtually any kind of online advertising campaign including display, video and mobile formats. The successful candidate will be responsible for extending the existing automation framework as well as introducing new frameworks. The job includes design, implementation, and execution of test suites for Adtech applications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Thoroughly tests Adtech technology products and applications
Participates in test case and technical documentation reviews as appropriate
Identifies and documents bugs within assigned projects
Collaborates with other team members in day-to-day tasks
Assists and owns tasks in test plan development and automation testing
Analyzes and troubleshoots issues with software and environment
Installs code into QA environment and maintains environment integrity
Works directly with development and system administrators in troubleshooting problems
Works with other teams on integration and end-to-end testing
Supports production code installs as appropriate
Accepts guidance from team leaders or managers
Meets and adapts to changing deadlines
Completes nearly all tasks independently and as part of a team to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
Conveys fundamental aspects of job through strong verbal and written communications
Solves moderately complicated problems requiring some independent thinking
Understands team's strategy and objectives
Serves as an individual contributor and team member
Collaborates with global QA teams to perform job duties
Perform additional job-related duties as requested
Skills:
Possesses 2-3 years QA experience in a commercial software development environment
Experience with performing moderately difficult Database SQL queries (Mysql/Oracle environment is an advantage)
Experience with Test automation tools (SOATest, Selenium, SOAPUI, etc.) is an advantage
Working knowledge of a scripting language (Perl, Shell, Python) is an advantage
Experience with using Test Case Management tools (TestLink, etc)
Experience in working on multiple projects in parallel, dealing with a high profile and rapid turnaround pace, and being able to interpret company priorities into personal priorities are required
Experience with Agile software development methodology
Solid experience with Issue tracking systems (Bugzilla, Jira, etc.)
Strong communications skills (written and verbal)
Experience working with global teams is an advantage
Education / Experience:
Master's (preferred) or Bachelor's degree in a Technical Discipline (CS, EE, Math, Physics, etc.)
At least two (2) years of experience in software QA
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Relevant combination of education and experience.