Jr QA Performance Tester AND QA Performance Test Engineer

Jr QA Performance Test Engineer
Location: Miramar FL (Remote)

Overview- The QA Performance Test Engineer job is responsible for the overall performance quality of systems and technology that are released into ETP s production environment. The scope of this role includes the comprehensive aspects of quality including Performance Testing Strategy and planning, design and development of automated scripts, execution of testing, analyzing results, and metrics reporting.
In their role, the QA Performance Test Engineer is responsible for ensuring systems meet business performance requirements (SLAs) and overall business objectives by tracking and reporting performance test results, performance metrics (response times, error rates, throughput, CPU and memory utilization, latency, and more), identified defects, as well as documenting observations and communicating issues to development staff to assist in their resolution.

Duties and Responsibilities
Write testing strategies, test scripts and conditions to ensure effective performance test coverage
Execute performance, Load, Spike, Stress, Endurance and Stability Testing
Utilize data analytics to determine client usage characteristics and user flows
Identify test data requirements and work with other teams as needed to create and maintain test data
Coordinate and schedule testing programs with project and program teams
Reporting testing outcomes to project stakeholders
Assist in the implementation and maintenance of software testing tools
Identify, recommend, and implement process improvement opportunities for SGWS quality assurance programs
Stay up-to-date on software application testing tools and QA best practices
Recommend opportunities to lower testing costs or improve quality through alternative staffing models (e.g., gig, offshore, 3rd party)
Motivate team members to work collaboratively and effectively
Plan and document succession planning within scope of responsibility

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor s Degree (computer science, information systems, business administration or other industry related curriculum) or combination of education and equivalent experience
Two to five (2+) years serving as a QA Performance Engineer
Demonstrated command scripting using JMeter, LoadRunner, NeoLoad and/or LoadComplete
Experience with monitoring tools (Dynatrace, Performance Center, Splunk, AppDynamics, JProfiler, Datadog, NinjaOne)
Experience with data analytics tools (Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, Open Web Analytics)
Experience with repository/version control tools such as GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, TFS, AWS CodeCommit
Experience with project management and issue-tracking software such as JIRA
Experience with team collaboration and knowledge management software such as Confluence
Strong team player with willingness to collaborate
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong capability to execute tasks with quality
Proficient oral and written communication skills
Good time management skills (i.e. works efficiently)
Strong attention to detail
Strong decision-making skills
Experience executing testing with large-scale platforms (SAP, JDA, etc.) is a PLUS
Experience working with automated testing tools
Solid working knowledge of metrics and models in product quality engineering
Comprehensive understanding of test methodologies and techniques
Expertise with software application test planning, execution and related testing tools
Experience working with testing teams that are located offshore
Ability to demonstrate Agile delivery values

Agile Delivery Values
Openness Team and stakeholders agree to be open about all work and challenges
Commitment Personally commit to achieving the goals of the team
Respect Respect your team members to be capable and independent
Courage You have courage to do the right thing and work on tough problems
Focus Everyone focus on the work in the sprint and the goal of the scrum team. Rise and fall as a team

Preferred Qualifications
Master s degree (computer science, information systems, business administration or other industry related curriculum) or combination of education and equivalent experience
Experience with Mobile testing tools (Appium, BrowerStack)
Working knowledge of relational database technology and SQL
Strong understanding of database architecture/concepts
Experience working in Agile environment (SAFe preferred), using DevOps and CD/CI methodology
SAFe Agile certified
Experience working with third-party Quality Assurance teams
Experience executing the regression and performance testing for packaged releases on a defined scheduled timeline coordinating the scheduling and resources
Specialized Skills and Technologies
Certified SAFe DevOps Practitioner
Experience in Microfocus ALM or Microsoft TFS test management tools or Version One
Experience in Application Programming Interface (API) testing along with multi-system integrations
Experience in Hybris eCommerce or Adobe or Web/IOS application testing

Physical Demands
Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
Physical demands with activity or condition may include occasional to rare amount of time include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20lbs

Role 2: Senior QA Performance Test Engineer
Location: Miramar FL (Remote)

Overview: The Senior QA Performance Test Engineer job is responsible for the overall performance quality of systems and technology that are released into ETP s production environment. The scope of this role includes the comprehensive aspects of quality including Performance Testing Strategy and planning, design and development of automated scripts, execution of testing, analyzing results, and metrics reporting.
In their role, the Sr. QA Performance Test Engineer is responsible for ensuring systems meet business performance requirements (SLAs) and overall business objectives by tracking and reporting performance test results, performance metrics (response times, error rates, throughput, CPU and memory utilization, latency, and more), identified defects, as well as documenting observations and communicating issues to development staff to assist in their resolution.

Duties and Responsibilities
Write testing strategies, test scripts and conditions to ensure effective performance test coverage
Execute performance, load, spike, stress, and stability/endurance testing
Utilize data analytics to determine client usage characteristics and user flows
Identify test data requirements and work with other teams as needed to create and maintain test data
Coordinate and schedule testing programs with project and program teams
Reporting testing outcomes to project stakeholders
Assist in the implementation and maintenance of software testing tools
Coordinating the work of 3rd party Quality Assurance teams
Perform quality and testing audits across the various IT functions to ensure quality and testing standards, procedures and methodologies are being followed properly and consistently
Identify, recommend, and implement process improvement opportunities for SGWS quality assurance programs
Stay up-to-date on software application testing tools and QA best practices
Deliver quality and testing process training to IT staff and project teams
Providing coaching and development to Quality Assurance Analysts
Facilitate Quality Assurance training and education programs for the SGWS team
Leading and directing offshore testing programs
Maintain a working knowledge of Quality Assurance leading practices and serve as a thought leader to the SGWS organization
Serve in a team leader capacity with large-scale platform testing (SAP, JDA, etc.)
Lead the implementation, build-out, or expansion of automated testing tools
Recommend opportunities to lower testing costs or improve quality through alternative staffing models (e.g., gig, offshore, 3rd party)
Perform quality and testing audits across the various IT functions to ensure quality and testing standards, procedures and methodologies are being followed properly and consistently
Lead QA projects and teams, become an expert in SGWS technology stack, business processes and data exchanges to help ensure proper test coverage and data integrity across all integration points
Coach others, mentor peers to help them build capabilities
Improve the efficiency of QA team, mitigate team conflicts and communication problems
Motivate team members to work collaboratively and effectively
Plan and document succession planning within scope of responsibility

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor s Degree (computer science, information systems, business administration or other industry related curriculum) or combination of education and equivalent experience
Five (5)+ years serving as a Quality Assurance Performance EngineerDemonstrated advanced command using JMeter, LoadRunner, NeoLoad and/or LoadComplete
Experience with monitoring tools (Dynatrace, Performance Center, AppDynamics, JProfiler, Datadog, NinjaOne)
Experience with data analytics tools (Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, Open Web Analytics)
Strong team player with willingness to collaborate
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong capability to execute tasks with quality
Proficient oral and written communication skills
Good time management skills (i.e. works efficiently)
Strong attention to detail
Strong decision-making skills
Experience executing a testing with large-scale platforms (SAP, JDA, etc.)
Experience working with automated testing tools
Solid working knowledge of metrics and models in product quality engineering
Comprehensive understanding of test methodologies and techniques
Experience coordinating and scheduling testing teams Expertise with software application test planning, execution and related testing tools
Experience working with testing teams that are located offshore
Ability to demonstrate Agile delivery values

Agile Delivery Values
Openness Team and stakeholders agree to be open about all work and challenges
Commitment Personally commit to achieving the goals of the team
Respect Respect your team members to be capable and independent
Courage You have courage to do the right thing and work on tough problems
Focus Everyone focus on the work in the sprint and the goal of the scrum team. Rise and fall as a team

Preferred Qualifications
Master s degree (computer science, information systems, business administration or other industry related curriculum) or combination of education and equivalent experience
Experience with Mobile testing tools (Appium, BrowerStack)
Working knowledge of relational database technology and SQL
Strong understanding of database architecture/concepts
Experience working in Agile environment (SAFe preferred), using DevOps and CD/CI methodology
SAFe Agile certified
Experience working with third-party Quality Assurance teams
Experience executing the regression and performance testing for packaged releases on a defined scheduled timeline coordinating the scheduling and resources

Specialized Skills and Technologies
Certified SAFe DevOps Practitioner
5+ years experience in Selenium or Microfocus UFT, Strong SQL skills, Understanding of cloud technologies like Azure or AWS
Experience in Microfocus ALM or Microsoft TFS test management tools or Version One
Experience in Application Programming Interface (API) testing along with multi-system integrations
Experience in Hybris eCommerce or Adobe or Web/IOS application testing

Physical Demands
Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
Physical demands with activity or condition may include occasional to rare amount of time include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20lbs