QA Tester (3)

Develops & implements procedures for maintaining and or enhancing the integrity of systems applications. Ensures the existence of development and service standards. Ensures that requirements are clearly defined and testable. Responsible for the creation and execution of detailed test plans and scripts to verify software functionality and adherence to business requirements. Execution of scripts will include progress reporting, defect tracking and risk assessments. May be responsible for the maintenance, training, and information communications for tools used to support the product development process.Skills*Either skills or additional skills are required Skills: Category Name Required Importance Level Last Used ExperienceMiscellaneous Mercury Yes 1 Expert 9-10Specialties Quality Assurance Yes 1 Expert 9-10Specialties Tester Yes 1 Expert 9-10Additional Skills: ***Local Candidates Only*** Contributes to test planning, test preparation and writing, and test execution according to defined best practices, standards and procedures. Knowledge of test methodologies Experience creating and writing test cases. Interfaces regularly with peers and management regarding test related topics including the coordination of test related initiatives with QA Test Leads, Project Managers, Development Managers, and other QA Core team members. Participates in all phases of the IT Project Delivery Framework, including review of complex business and functional requirements. Assesses risk to quality service based upon results of verification and validation. Monitors adherence to established test standards and procedures. Provides QA consultation services to support users of related test processes. Maintains document template libraries and internal project documentation. Participates in both internal and external process improvement projects Must have at least 4 years of QA experience CSTE or CSQA certifications, a plus Experienced using Mercury Quality Center or Test Director Experienced writing database queries QTP experience, a plus Candidate must be willing to submit at any and all U.S. government security and/or clearance procedures. This may include the following:Proof of US Citizenship (original of any of the following documents) a) Birth Certificate b) US Naturalization Certificate c) US Passport d) Lawful Permanent Resident CardSocial Security Card - an EVS screening through Social Security Administration will be completed to validate the social security number.Seven (7) year Residence and Employment history including background, criminal and credit check a) Information must include 7 years of uninterrupted residence and employment in the United StatesAdditional InformationIntent to Hire: NoRoles and Responsibilities: As a Quality Assurance Analyst, you will create and execute functional, regression and end to end system test cases. In addition, you will be responsible for developing test plans, cases, scripts based upon business requirements and processes, in line with defined workflows, business requirements, functional requirements, and use cases. Process transactions from system entry to exit documenting all defects. Test functionality delivered across applications and workflows. Test applications to demonstrate that relevant existing system functionality. Develop testing processes and approaches according to standards. Assist in designing and ensuring overall integrity of the testing strategy. Work with appropriate business and technology leads to determine the acceptable range for test results and performance. You will help design, develop and implement test plans, scripts, tools using the detailed business requirements document provided by the business analysts. Work with business and technology leads to identify the appropriate data for testing, and prepare that data for the test cases. Assist Application Developers, Business Analysts and technical support staff in identifying and resolving problems. You will facilitate resolution and communication of cross-application/organization architectural issues and decisions. Assess and revise test sequence and scope based upon test results and/or changes in product design. Coordinate component, system and documentation testing w Apply Now Location: CHICAGOStatus: Full Time, Temporary/Contract/ProjectJob Category: IT/Software DevelopmentCareer Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) About COMSYS COMSYS IT Partners, Inc. (NASDAQ: CITP) is a leading information technology services company with 44 offices across the U.S. and offices in Canada and the U.K. Leveraging more than 30 years of experience, COMSYS service offerings include contingent staff aug-mentation, permanent recruiting and placement, vendor management and project solutions, including network design and management, customized software development and maintenance, software globalization/localization translation services and implementation and upgrade services for SAS, business intelligence and various ERP packages. For more information, visit www.comsys.com.COMSYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law. View all COMSYS opportunities Learn more about COMSYS at www.comsys.com