Integration/Performance/Functional Tester

Job Description:

• Integration Testers: Design, develop, and execute integration test plans, test cases, and test scripts
• Integration Testers: Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and other QA team members
• Integration Testers: Perform end-to-end testing of software systems, APIs, and third-party integrations
• Integration Testers: Identify, document, and track defects using issue tracking tools (e.g., JIRA)
• Integration Testers: Validate data flow and system interactions across multiple platforms
• Integration Testers: Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Integration Testers: Provide feedback and recommendations for improving system architecture and integration design
• Performance Testers: Lead and execute complex testing efforts across enterprise systems
• Performance Testers: Prepare and execute test plans, automate test cases, document results, and participate in peer reviews and defect resolution
• Performance Testers: Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures, provide training and knowledge transfer to team members
• Performance Testers: Work independently under general guidance and may coordinate or mentor other testers
• Performance Testers: Work with IBM Rational tools, Selenium, JMeter, LoadRunner, Informatica, Control-M, and platforms such as Windows, Linux, UNIX, and mainframe environments
• Functional Testers: Design, develop, and execute comprehensive functional test plans, test cases, and test scripts for software applications and systems
• Functional Testers: Perform unit testing, system testing, user acceptance testing, and regression testing
• Functional Testers: Collaborate with developers, business analysts, integration testers, and other QA team members
• Functional Testers: Validate that software applications meet specified functional requirements and business objectives
• Functional Testers: Execute manual and automated functional tests across various platforms and environments
• Functional Testers: Identify, document, and track functional defects using issue tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail)
• Functional Testers: Participate in requirements review sessions to ensure testability and completeness

Requirements:

• US Citizenship is required
• Must have pre-existing IRS clearance
• Must be able to support an eastern time zone work schedule (8am-5pm)
• If within commuting distance to a Guidehouse or IRS office, you will be asked to work from one of those facilities
• Bachelor’s degree or Additional four (4) years experience can be used in lieu of degree
• At least 2-4 years of experience in software testing, with a focus on integration testing (for Integration Testers)
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies
• Experience with testing tools like Jmeter, Postman, SoapUI, Selenium, Cucumber, and other testing frameworks
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab)
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript) is a plus
• Experience with Oracle, DB2, or SQL Server for data-driven testing
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• 2-4 years of experience in software quality assurance, IT security, infrastructure, or information systems testing (for Performance Testers)
• Experience evaluating, recommending, and implementing automated test tools and strategies
• Proficiency in designing, implementing, and executing test and evaluation procedures
• Ability to develop, maintain, and upgrade automated test scripts and testing architectures
• Strong skills in writing, executing, and reporting on system test cases and test results
• Familiarity with enterprise testing tools such as IBM Rational ETM, RFT, RPT, and EWM
• Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Selenium, JMeter, LoadRunner, SOAPUI, and Parasoft
• Working knowledge of mainframe environments (e.g., IBM z/OS, Unisys), JCL, and scripting
• Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, DB2, SQL Server, and Greenplum
• Understanding of Agile, SDLC, and test lifecycle methodologies
• 2-4 years of experience in software testing with a focus on functional testing (for Functional Testers)
• Proficiency in test case design techniques including boundary value analysis, equivalence partitioning, and decision table testing
• Experience with functional testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cucumber, TestNG, JUnit)
• Experience in creating comprehensive test cases, test scenarios, and test data management
• Understanding of defect lifecycle, root cause analysis, and quality metrics
• Familiarity with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Azure DevOps)
• Experience with database testing and SQL queries for data validation
• Knowledge of web application testing, including cross-browser and responsive design testing

Benefits:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Care.com annual membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

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