Software Test Eng 2
Role details
Job location
Tech stack
Job description
The Software Test Engineer 2 is responsible for creating test plans, writing automated test scripts, firmware testing, researching software issues, and may include parameter maintenance and writing design documentation and requirements. This is done under supervision from the Software Engineering Supervisor.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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Creates detailed software test plans designed to cover both validation and verification of a new or modified software feature.
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Develops automated software test scripts.
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Researches and reports all software anomalies in bug tracking software.
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Researches software issues and communicates them effectively to internal customers.
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Releases standard and emergency software versions.
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Researches parameter and setting updates by interviewing programmers, electrical and mechanical engineers, service, and applications staff, also by running tests on machines using new software features.
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Creates test methods and test plans for testing of firmware. This may include the creation of new software test tools.
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Presents ideas relating to software testing or other issues clearly, using Microsoft Office applications when appropriate.
Employees are expected to follow instructions, procedures and to escalate any issue impacting workflow, quality, etc.
- Employees must exhibit honesty and integrity as well as demonstrate adherence to rules, procedures and policies., This position requires computer use, including monitor, keyboard, mouse, trackball, touchpad, etc.
Requirements
To perform this job successfully the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty adequately. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions., * Knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle.
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Experience with a scripting language.
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Comfortable working in Windows and Linux environments.
Desired Qualifications Knowledge of common testing methodologies.
- Experience reading technical documentation.
Experience working with version control.
- Experience in automating a task with a scripting language.
Education
Bachelor's Degree BA/BS/BFA/BSA from a four-year college or university is required, plus additional related experience, training and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred Major
Computer Science
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Physics
Minimum Years of Experience
2-4 years
Language Skills
Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and/or governmental regulations in English. Must be able to write analytical and/or technical reports, business correspondence, procedure manuals, and create instructional reference material. Able to speak effectively before groups, customers, employees of the organization and/or the general public.
Mathematical Skills
Must have an advanced understanding of mathematical concepts including but not limited to probability, statistical inference, fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, trigonometry, and/or calculus.
Reasoning Ability
Must have the ability to apply principles of logical and scientific thinking and work with a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Must have the capability to deal with a variety of abstract and/or concrete variables. In addition, will need to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, and/or schedule form., Repetitive use of hand
Frequently
Simple grasping
Frequently
Power grasping
Occasionally
Fine manipulation
Frequently
Pushing & Pulling
Frequently
Vision
Required
Close vision
Yes
Distance vision