Software Test Analyst

Vector Consulting is seeking a Software Test Analyst on a long-term contract opportunity in Sacramento, CA.Role: Software Test AnalystJob Role And ResponsibilitiesThe client is looking for Senior Test Analysts with knowledge and experience of, User Acceptance Testing, including testing methodologies and test management for a pension, financial or similar system. The Senior Test Analysts will perform various test activities related to the current Pension Solution project to implement a new pension administration system.The Senior Test Analysts will be responsible for supporting the Pension Solution project testing team with:Effective partnering with key IT/Technology Services and business communities to assist with test case development and ensure effective use of methodologies and communicate test strategies, test results and performance Management of test planning, test scheduling, end-to-end testing, date-shifting coordination and expertise in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and supporting end user testing Participation in defect management including monitoring and reporting on defect status and resolution Metrics compilation and reporting Development and documentation of processes and staffing requirements for defect triage/business analysis Partner with peers and management team to continuously improve testing methods, processes, techniques and use of manual testing tools Experience should include:Leading a large group of testers, ideally user acceptance testers Working with a comprehensive test management tool Business focus while possessing an understanding of testing from multiple perspectives such as System test, role-based security, technical environments, and performance Preparation/review of testing reports Proficiency at managing multiple efforts simultaneously, in an environment with ambiguity High degree of initiative and autonomy with the ability to function successfully as part of a team Tasks And DeliverablesThe Contractor will be responsible for following the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodology while working with a variety of client’s business areas on the strategies and plans; and maintenance documentation in the client’s requirements and testing management systems.The Senior Test Analyst is expected to perform the following tasks and produce the following deliverables: Support Test Activities The Test Analyst shall perform the following including, but not limited to: Participate as an active member of the test team to ensure the solution is delivered and tested properly Perform quality reviews of test cases to ensure adherence to guidelines Serve as a Test Coordinator and support Risk-based testing and management of the test schedule Facilitate meetings as needed Document defects, Problem Incident Reports (PIRs), and assist with Jama test case plan population Monitor defects, participate in daily triage meetings, report status to management, and communicate information related to releases to stakeholders in a timely manner Perform or support regression test activities during periodic maintenance releases Resolve issues by using strong analytical and technical skills to address a variety of system related problems Identify and clarify requirements using basic conceptual and logical process and data modeling tools and techniques Discuss proposed solutions with customers in a proactive/consultative fashion.Examples of anticipated deliverables include, but are not limited to, all of the following: Business requirements and business rules Functional requirements and/or functional specifications Non-functional requirements Stakeholder requirements Transition plans and/or implementation requirements Traceability matrices Support Development of Testing Deliverables: The Test Analyst shall perform the following including, but not limited to: Develop and document testing strategies for the various phases of testing Assist with the development and documentation of test cases Assist with User Acceptance Testing Perform defect management Review vendor project deliverables Support User Acceptance TestersExamples of anticipated deliverables include, but are not limited to, all of the following: Test Strategy Test Plans Test Cases Defect ReportsTransfer of knowledge to appropriate employees is required, along with any requested materials and content for transfer of knowledge.Minimum Technical QualificationsAs of the Offer Due Date, the proposed project person must have the following listed experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as evidenced by Attachment II, Proposed Project Person Skill Summary Sheet and resume: At least seven (7) years of experience within the last ten (10) years working as a Test Analyst with large organizations, leading or participating in the technical implementation of software/systems/applications automating complex business processes, performing the following: Assessment of analysis scope and tasks Planning business analysis tasks Elicitation, definitions and documentation of various business, user, and system requirements Leading and working within cross-functional teams that include business subject matter experts, application architects, developers, and testers Experience in preparing test plans, test cases and documenting test results Experience regression testing and adjusting test plans for periodic maintenance releases At least seven (7) years of experience within the last ten (10) years producing business analysis and testing deliverables such as: (The client may request deliverable related work samples during the Interview phase). Business requirements and business rules Functional requirements and/or functional specifications Non-functional requirements Stakeholder requests Test strategies Test plans Test cases Transition plans Traceability matrices At least three (3) years of experience using Test Application Lifecycle Management tools such as HP Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), Rational Requisite Pro, or Jama to document functional and non-functional requirements, design specifications, test cases and defects, and provide full traceability for projects.Desirable Technical QualificationsIt is desirable for the proposed project person to have the following listed experience, knowledge, skills and abilities as evidenced by Attachment II, Proposed Project Person Skill Summary Sheet and resume: Experience as a Test Analyst at a State or Federal agency. Experience as a Test Analyst leading or participating in the technical implementation of pension/retirement-related software development projects. A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems or related fields from an accredited or government-sanctioned college/university. The client reserves the right to request a copy of the degree. Pension knowledge.About VectorVector Consulting, Inc., (Headquartered in Atlanta) is an IT Talent Acquisition Solutions firm committed to delivering results. Since our founding in 1990, we have been partnering with our customers, understanding their business, and developing solutions with a commitment to quality, reliability and value. Our continuing growth has been and continues to be built around successful relationships that are based on our organization's operating philosophy and commitment to ** People, Partnerships, Purpose and Performance - THE VECTOR WAYwww.vectorconsulting.com“Celebrating 30 years of service”