We are seeking an
QA Technical Consultant as part of the Project Delivery Team with a strong background in client delivery, consulting, and software implementation. This role is responsible for providing quality assurance tasks as part of the implementation projects.
The ideal candidate brings a strategic mindset, the ability to solve complex business problems using technology and data solutions, and a proven track record of working multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
What you will doQA and Test team members may hold multiple rolls across a given project or projects. The following are the role definitions as part of the Project Delivery projects.
Release ManagerResponsible for coordinating and release efforts to deliver newly packaged builds to the client. This roll also is the project QA lead working with all other QA members.
- Project Test Lead
- Attend all internal general project calls
- Ensure triage best practices are followed
- Assist with triage review and assignments, defects contain all required information
- Coordinate with Module QAs for defect verification prior to release
- Coordinate with Module Devs for build releases
- Communicate with PM the release status, concerns, and expected release contents and defects
- Smoke test the full release in the client environment
- Create the Release Notes in PDF format for distribution
- Package and publish the release
- Email full project (SBS and Client) team that release is published and available
- Ensure defect tracker is updated for Status and assignee post release
- Assist PMs with scheduling releases
- TeamForge project admin (if used)
- Work with PMs for test readiness for project test phase transitions
- Work with PMs for release and triage cadence cycles through project timeline
- Work with PMs for meeting test cycle exit criteria
- Assist with E2E WIP preparation as needed
System TestResponsible for the creation and execution of the End to End (E2E) system test prior to SIT to ensure all high-level requirements have been met and successfully configured.
- Work with the client to gather two or three common simple workflow scenarios
- Decide with the client which workflow scenario will be used for the E2E WIP
- Create E2E WIP script document and provide to the client
- Work with the client for presentation of the E2E WIP and steps
- Create the E2E System Tests ensuring all high-level requirements are captured
- Provide the System Tests to the client as examples for E2E test scripts for SIT and UAT
- Coordinate with Module QA concerning testing status prior to execution
- Execute the System Test scripts in the client environment prior to SIT
- Report and work with development team and Module QA for any defects found
- Raise issues with PM, development, and Module QA concerning test readiness concerns
Module QAResponsible for module specific functional (unit) testing through the entire project. May be assigned to one or many modules (AUD/UDH-EAM/UDH-GIS/PB). For modules assigned:
- Attend requirement gathering meetings
- Attend all internal general project meetings
- Unit test all detailed requirements in Build phase
- Work closely with the module development lead concerning all requirement testing and defect items
- Attend and eventually lead OTS sessions
- Attend all project SIT and UAT triage calls
- Verify defects fixed prior to release in SIT and UAT phases
- Support System Test creation and execution as needed
- Support Release Manager prior to release as needed
What skills you should have- Minimum of 3+ years of QA experience
- Proven experience managing medium to large, complex projects
- Experience working in consulting or professional services environments
- Strong understanding of technology, information systems, data, and business processes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Skills that stand out- Experience in utilities or energy industry
- Experience leading technical and functional teams in a client-facing environment
- Familiarity with system integrations and enterprise software implementations
Core Competencies- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage technical teams and executive leadership
- Strong planning, organization, and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Proven ability to resolve conflicts and drive positive outcomes
- Skilled in scope management, prioritization, and negotiation
- Self-motivated, independent, and proactive
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to build, motivate, and align teams around a common goal
Work Environment- Client-facing role with potential travel depending on project needs
- Fast-paced, collaborative, and deadline-driven environment
