Required Experience
The contractor shall provide a consultant with the following experience:
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IT Testing and Testing Coordination – Minimum 5 years
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Development and Management of Test Scripts – Minimum 5 years
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IT Project Experience Using Agile Methodology – Minimum 5 years
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Experience with Issue and Project Tracking Software – Minimum 5 years
Preferred Experience & Skills
Software Implementation & Testing Expertise
- Experience with online submission or ordering applications, including payment processing.
- Strong quality assurance expertise covering integration, functional, performance, regression, usability, and accessibility testing.
- Ability to translate system documentation and business rules into effective test scripts.
- Ability to define comprehensive test strategies and coordinate system integration testing (SIT) and user acceptance testing (UAT).
- Ability to manage defects and prioritize issues based on business impact and severity.
- Ability to produce detailed and structured test plans, reports, and mitigation strategies.
- Experience managing test script templates and assisting business analysts with template issues.
Interpersonal & Communication Skills
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to resolve conflicts or disagreements constructively.
Technical Expertise
- Experience with a wide range of software and testing tools, including:
- Jira
- Azure DevOps
- Microsoft Office 365
Certifications (Preferred but Not Required)
- ISTQB Foundation Level Certification
- ISTQB Acceptance Testing Certification
- ISTQB Agile Testing Certification
- ISTQB Agile Technical Testing Certification
- ISTQB Advanced Test Analyst Certification
- ISTQB Advanced Technical Test Analyst
- ISTQB Advanced Test Management
- ISTQB Expert Test Management
Duties & Responsibilities
The consultant shall be responsible for, but not limited to:
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Testing and Validation: Define test plans, test cases, and test data to validate that developed solutions meet specified requirements and deadlines.
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Test Coordination: Define testing scope, objectives, and acceptance criteria.
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Risk Mitigation: Identify and mitigate risks associated with testing activities.
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Integration & User Testing: Coordinate and manage SIT and UAT to align solutions with user needs.
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Script Execution: Work with system testers to assign and execute test scripts efficiently.
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Reporting & Documentation: Provide clear, concise, and comprehensive reports, including:
- Testing status
- Bug/defect status and ownership
- Estimated resolution timelines
- Mitigation plans and risk identification
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Compliance: Follow all Department, ISP, and team-defined standards and procedures.
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Additional Duties: Perform other related responsibilities as required.
Education & Certifications
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Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), or a related technology field.