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Lead Manual and Automation Tester, Scrum Master

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Washington, DC Contract On-Site Flexibility/Remote: 100%

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Lead Manual and Automation Tester, Scrum Master (Location is Remote):

List of tasks to be performed:
As Test Lead, will perform test execution and provide ad hoc testing support throughout all SDLC phases, create/execute test scenarios, work with development team for defect resolution as necessary, and demonstrate user stories and functionality to client.
Perform verification of test conditions using backend systems, including running SQL queries, and checking service responses using Postman, SoapUI or similar tools.

As Scrum Master, will provide direction to the development and testing team members, conduct Agile Ceremonies, oversee work and release management.
Successful candidates will ensure quality, meeting the specified expectations, reducing the risk or errors and customer satisfaction.

Skilled in the following:
• Experience creating documentation and communicating clear concise test plans, test scenarios and test cases using Client ALM or similar testing tools
• Proficient in running manual tests, and able to recognize when and how to incorporate automated testing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce expenses.
• Experience building and utilizing Test Automation scripts and framework (UFT)
• Ability to create detailed defect reports which is crucial to understanding software issues and providing a thorough explanation of the software's status for other team members.
• Utilization of DevOps and Agile methods to promote collaboration and flexibility in software testing and development.
• Experience using Version One or other work management tools.
• Strong understanding of the complete life cycle of a system (SDLC) application and operating systems.
• Knowledge of Web services and verification tools such as Postman, SoapUI
• Comprehension of Database and writing SQL queries
• Research/troubleshoot ad hoc questions and support issue
• Motivated self-starter with excellent analytical, organization, and troubleshooting skills. Ability to invoke logical reasoning to analyze computer processes and results and make deductions based on the information available
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with key stakeholders, Solutions Architects, Product Owner, Managers and Developers

Working knowledge of one of more of the following qualifications:
• DevSecOps
• SCRUM Master
• VersionOne
• Postman, SoapUI, AML, UFT
• Secure Coding practices
• Knowledge/experience of SDLC practices
• PLSQL

Additional Required Skills/Experience
• A minimum of eight (8) years experience in software development, software quality assurance/control, and/or related field;
• A degree from an accredited College/University in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline is preferred;
• Able to perform all functional duties independently on high-visibility programs, or mission critical aspects of a given program;
• Able to oversee the efforts of direct reporting resources and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job;
• Experience training/mentoring less experienced personnel;
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with formal software testing for complex software applications;
• Extensive experience testing software applications, identifying/documenting defects, and working with developers and end users to resolve defects;
• Extensive experience with multiple defect tracking tools (e.g. Rational, Mercury);
• Extensive experience authoring software-quality-related documentation such as requirements specifications, test plans, test cases, test scripts and test reports.
• Able to obtain Public Trust Clearance.
• Excellent communication skills.

Additional Provisions:
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
• Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.
• All candidates must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
• Candidate must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)
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