Analyze user needs and test software solutions using agile methodology
Create test models for release testing (plans, data and scripts) including the identification, collection and/or creation of test data
Lead co-ordination and execution of release testing as appropriate
Determine and meet time estimates and schedules for testing efforts
Define Release Test Plans and criteria for user acceptance including entry/exit criteria
Develop, update and maintain quality testing standards and procedures
Communicate effectively with customers and software vendors as appropriate
Assist in the planning, creation and control of the test environment(s)
Follow standard testing methodology frameworks, testing processes as a standard
Co-ordinate testing specific release activities
Create test models for release testing (plans, data and scripts) and participate in structured walk-through and peer reviews
Participate in the coordination and execution of release testing
Update and test release installation procedures
Participate in Lessons Learned as appropriate
Identify defects and questionable functionality; manage defects through to closure
Resolve issues with unclear requirements and achieve a successful result
Triage and solve complex problems using structured troubleshooting methodologies
Quick learner, work independently as well as work collaboratively in a team environment

Minimum of 5+ years of experience as Senior QA
Experience in creation of test plan, test estimates, test schedules and implementing test strategies
Solid experience in writing SQL statements for data validations
Solid experience in Database and Batch Job testing
Ability to design, develop, test and debug tests cases/Scripts/plans/strategy documents
Minimum four (4) years’ experience working on project(s) involving the implementation of software development life cycle(s) (SDLC).
Preparation of Defect Status Reports and Daily/Weekly Status Reports.
Knowledge of Health Insurance Industry is a must – Pharmacy, Claims processing, PBM, ICD 9/10, Medicare, or Medicaid.
Knowledge of Azure and Confluence.
Document and interpret business and technical requirements for testing utilizing various development methodologies (e.g. Agile, Scrum, Iterative, Waterfall, etc.)
Extensive experience in Test Management tools building Test Plans and Test Cases using tools like JIRA, Xray and Azure DevOps (VSTS)
Hands on experience in Excel and Status Reports.
Effective communication skills to articulate testing result data to multiple audiences.
Working knowledge on AI tools for automation.
Working knowledge of industry standard automated testing tools, practices, and software and/or Performance testing tools.

IT Testing Engineer II

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