GSK Solutions Inc. is hiring: Sr Software Tester/QA Analyst (Hybrid) in Richmond

Job Title: Sr Software Tester/QA Analyst (Hybrid)

Location: Richmond, VA

Duration: 12 months

Interview Process: Both Web Cam and In Person Interview

Job Description

Client seeks a qualified person who works well with teams and has excellent communication skills with the ability to deal effectively with the functional and non-functional teams within IT Services as well as business users. The Senior Test Analyst will also coordinate UAT users and assist in the preparation of UAT test scripts. The ability to work within, and contribute to a team environment and build and maintain effective working relationships with customers, users, and colleagues.

The ideal candidate should have 8 years of experience in the following:

• ISEB/ISTQB qualification in Software Testing to practitioner level or equivalent qualifications or experience.
• Proficiency in implementing and executing testing strategies, plans, methodologies, and frameworks in support of Agile development.
• Experience using test management/Version Control tools (Azure DevOps, TFS, Git) and extensive experience writing test cases in Gherkin.
• Experience writing complex SQL queries for creating and maintaining test data to support automation testing and business users.
• Proficiency in Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, XML.
• Knowledge of a programming language such as Ruby, Java, or Python.
• Experience working in Windows and Linux environments.
• Experience reviewing metrics to identify areas for process optimization.
• Conducting dry run/smoke testing to ensure scripts readiness and executing automation scripts.
• Gathering requirements from the Business Analyst to understand the project, analyze requirements, and identify gaps.
• Providing test scenarios/cases walkthrough and seeking customer sign-off, including prioritization and optimization options.
• Understanding risk-based testing.
• Testing defects, updating status, conducting root cause analysis, and assisting developers in recreating bugs.
• Communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues at all levels in verbal and written communications.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills necessary for dynamic collaboration with engineering teams and solving complex system problems.

Top Skills & Years of Experience

• ISEB/ISTQB qualification in Software Testing to practitioner level or equivalent: 8 years (Required)
• Testing strategies, plans, methodologies, frameworks for Agile development: 8 years (Required)
• Test management/Version Control tools (Azure DevOps, TFS, Git) and Gherkin test cases: 8 years (Required)
• Complex SQL queries for test data creation and maintenance: 8 years (Required)
• Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, XML: 8 years (Required)
• Programming languages: Ruby, Java, Python: 8 years (Required)
• Windows and Linux environments: 8 years (Required)

Recruiter Details

• Name: Anjali at gsksolutions dot com
• Contact: 832-219-3263

About US

GSK Solutions Inc. is a premier information technology services company dedicated to delivering exceptional consulting solutions and staff augmentation to our valued clients. With an unwavering commitment to quality, timeliness, and budgetary considerations, we consistently strive to exceed client expectations, building a strong reputation through our reliable execution. Our expertise spans commercial and custom product development, covering information security, software development, consulting, and IT audits. We excel in managing critical, time-sensitive projects for Fortune 500 clients nationwide, ensuring their success is always at the forefront of our mission.