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Candidate must be located in DMV area and able to commute to Stafford, VA office.
Our team provides focused agile software development and maintenance for CODIS, a mission-critical application for the FBI. Today, CODIS is a client server application developed using Microsoft .NET that supports a database repository of DNA profiles from individuals, unsolved crime scene evidence, and missing persons. CODIS software allows local, state, and national laboratories to compare DNA profiles electronically, thereby linking serial crimes to each other and identifying suspects by matching DNA profiles from crime scenes to individuals’ profiles. Additionally, the CODIS software is used to assist with the identification of unidentified human remains, missing persons and disaster victims
In this role, you will be working at the intersection of traditional IT and specialized scientific and operational technology systems to ensure functionality, performance, availability, responsiveness of supported IT systems and services. The Test Engineer is responsible for conducting test activities, leading the transition from a manual testing focus to one of automated testing. We use an Agile Scrum methodology and focus on collaboration with our customers.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with software testing best practices and defect management processes and proven experience in delivering realistic estimates, in scope, and quality products.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Required Skills
If you are interested in getting more information about this opportunity, please contact Irina Rozenberg
Recruiting@arielpartners.com at your earliest convenience.
At Ariel Partners, we solve the most difficult problems that inhibit technology from enabling our customers to achieve their goals. Our vision is to be recognized by our stakeholders as an elite provider of IT solutions, so when they have their biggest challenges, we are on their short list. We are looking for team members who share our values of: Integrity to do the right thing even when it hurts; Commitment to the long-term success and happiness of our customers, our people, and our partners; Courage to take on difficult challenges, accept new ideas, and accept incremental failure; and the constant pursuit of Excellence. Ariel Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
Our team provides focused agile software development and maintenance for CODIS, a mission-critical application for the FBI. Today, CODIS is a client server application developed using Microsoft .NET that supports a database repository of DNA profiles from individuals, unsolved crime scene evidence, and missing persons. CODIS software allows local, state, and national laboratories to compare DNA profiles electronically, thereby linking serial crimes to each other and identifying suspects by matching DNA profiles from crime scenes to individuals’ profiles. Additionally, the CODIS software is used to assist with the identification of unidentified human remains, missing persons and disaster victims
In this role, you will be working at the intersection of traditional IT and specialized scientific and operational technology systems to ensure functionality, performance, availability, responsiveness of supported IT systems and services. The Test Engineer is responsible for conducting test activities, leading the transition from a manual testing focus to one of automated testing. We use an Agile Scrum methodology and focus on collaboration with our customers.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with software testing best practices and defect management processes and proven experience in delivering realistic estimates, in scope, and quality products.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Drive the software quality assurance lifecycle delivering high quality releases on time
- Perform testing activities using Microsoft's Azure DevOps to ensure proper tracking and completion of each Sprint and overall release
- Be an active participant with the development team in the analysis, design, and development process
- Write and revise Test-related management plans and formal Test Procedures
- Use tools such as Microsoft SSRS and AzDO to develop Test Reports and metrics. Trend analysis and test activity reporting by iteration and release.
- Identify and track continuous process improvements to the CODIS testing process and lead any necessary initiatives for their implementation
- Write and revise Test Cases
- Set-up and configure test environments.
- Perform functional, exploratory, system, regression and performance testing.
Required Skills
- US Citizenship with active Secret clearance or we can sponsor your Security Clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience, or equivalent certifications demonstrating ability to perform at this level.
- Experience using Testing Tools such as Azure DevOps and CaseComplete.
- Excellent understanding and experience of Test Automation Frameworks, Regression, System, Functional and Performance Testing.
- Exceptional collaborative communication skills.
- Advanced use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Experience with Agile Development / Scrum framework
- Understanding of Test-Driven Development and/or Behavior Driven Development
- Familiarity with Azure DevOps
- Knowledge of Test Automation Tools
- Knowledge of Continuous Integration Tools (TeamCity)
If you are interested in getting more information about this opportunity, please contact Irina Rozenberg
Recruiting@arielpartners.com at your earliest convenience.
At Ariel Partners, we solve the most difficult problems that inhibit technology from enabling our customers to achieve their goals. Our vision is to be recognized by our stakeholders as an elite provider of IT solutions, so when they have their biggest challenges, we are on their short list. We are looking for team members who share our values of: Integrity to do the right thing even when it hurts; Commitment to the long-term success and happiness of our customers, our people, and our partners; Courage to take on difficult challenges, accept new ideas, and accept incremental failure; and the constant pursuit of Excellence. Ariel Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.