Senior Test Engineer

Performs and leads large test teams in documenting and executing integration, regression, and functional testing of complex and moderately integrated systems to ensure compliance with system requirements or use cases by following Navy Federal test practices and policies and utilizing approved testing tools. Writes technically complex level test plans. Conducts the analysis of functional and technical requirements and the creation and editing of test cases for new or modified systems. Detects and documents defects/bugs identified during testing and recommends prioritization for solutioning of defects. Provides coaching to peers on simple test practices. Runs and trouble shoots test automation scripts for systems under test. Works independently with discretion.

Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Create complex Test Plan documents utilizing Navy Federal Test Standards and templates
• Perform complex analysis and interpret results, present recommendations, potential alternatives, risks, and downstream impacts
• Ensure clear, concise, and effective communication including progress reports, test case or plan documentation, root-cause defect reporting, risks, blockers, etc., to facilitate accurate understanding of testing activities
• Coordinate and perform testing of complex systems during the System Integration Testing phase
• Participate in complex System Development Life Cycles activities utilizing SAFe Agile best practices and methodologies
• Participate in sizing and estimation for complex projects and changes
• Serve as subject matter expert and mentor to peers
• Create and/or update complex manual test case within the approved and appropriate test tool(s)
• Build complex manual test case with automation in mind by following test management guidelines
• Execute complex automated test cases and automation scripts
• Update complex automation test cases while trouble shooting errors
• Update automation parameterization files using NFCU's UFT framework; update as needed when trouble shooting errors. Utilize xpath tools to troubleshoot web element issues
• Write end to end moderately complex automated test case independently, ensuring adherence to established policies and best practices
• Create all required documentation (test results, knowledge articles, sign-off, etc.) following Navy Federal Testing Standards, tools and templates
• Document defects/bugs and follow established defect/bug lifecycle procedures and policies
• Perform advanced level root cause analysis for identified defects/bugs, provide detailed documentation and insights to developers for solutioning
• Collaborate with peers, Developers, business partners and all other stakeholders to ensure business needs are communicated, documented, and satisfied
• Perform analysis related to changes in policies, procedures, and products; determine downstream impacts on testing
• Analyze and identify moderately complex process, data or technology improvement opportunities, provide recommendations to include risk considerations and downstream impacts
• Provide recommendations related to testing practices to facilitate process optimization
• Participate in project and product team meetings, collaborating and contributing while maintaining line of sight on goals and objectives

• 5-7 years of experience in technology testing
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training or experience
• Complete knowledge and understanding of business area/specialization Advanced technical skills working with various software programs
• Advanced knowledge of testing tools, dependent on the project/product
• Advanced knowledge of various database types
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of testing processes, including creating a test plan and opening bugs
• Ability to handle fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines
• Significant experience working and participating in cross-functional, multi-dimensional teams and projects
• Significant experience following Systems Development Life Cycles
• Advanced skill communicating with all levels within an organization
• Advanced skill presenting findings, conclusions, alternatives, and information clearly and concisely
• Advanced skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions and recommendations

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of Navy Federal's services, products, and functions
• Advanced knowledge of Navy Federal business processes and applications
• ADO experience
• Experience with SAFe Agile best practices and methodologies
• Finance/Banking industry experience

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