JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description:

· Conduct software compatibility tests with programs, hardware, operating systems, or network environments.
· Create or maintain databases of known test defects.

· Design test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures.

· Design or develop automated testing.

· Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.

· Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers.

· Monitor bug resolution efforts and track successes.

· Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.

· Install and configure recreations of software production environments to allow testing of software performance.

· Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems.

· Perform initial debugging procedures by reviewing configuration files, logs, or code pieces to determine breakdown source.

· Plan test schedules or strategies in accordance with project scope or delivery dates.

· Test system modifications to prepare for implementation.

· Update automated test scripts to ensure currency.

· Collaborate with field staff or customers to evaluate or diagnose problems and recommend possible solutions.

· Conduct historical analyses of test results.