Job Description:
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The NC Department of Health and Human Services (NC DHHS) seeks a contractor resource to assist with the development and implementation of NC FAST as a Junior Java Developer. This resource contributes to the full lifecycle of Java-based applications in a collaborative environment. This position is responsible for writing test scripts, performing manual testing, creating and executing TOSCA automated test scripts, writing junit and jmockit test scripts to support automated developer testing, assisting senior developers in building, testing, and debugging Java applications, writing clean code, participating in code reviews, working with databases, and performing SDLC best practices in a supportive team setting, focusing on growth and contributing to quality software delivery in the Curam Application. The primary responsibilities of this team member will be to write manual test scripts, perform manual testing, complete automated testing with TOSCA, develop and execute junit and jmockit test scripts for developer unit testing, assist in designing, developing, and maintaining new Java applications and features, writing clean, efficient, testable, and well-documented code following industry standards, collaborate with senior developers and cross-functional teams to understand requirements and implement solutions, debug and resolve software defects ensuring application stability, participate in code reviews providing and receiving feedback to improve code quality, work with database changes and integrate them into applications (e.g. SQL), contribute to system documentation and continuous improvement of development processes and staying current with new testing and Java technologies, trends and best practices. The primary skills necessary for this Junior Java Developer position are proficiency in writing test scripts, TOSCA script development and execution, junit and jmockit script development, solid understanding of Java fundamentals, object-oriented programming, data structures and algorithms, familiarity with the software development lifecycle (SDLC), experience with development tools (IDEs like Eclipse, Git, RSA), strong problem-solving and analytical skills, excellent communication and teamwork abilities, and knowledge of the Curam application. Additional skills beyond the basics are knowledge of Q-Test, Neo Load, understanding of Agile methodologies, basic knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and exposure to Spring Framework, Hibernate or related technologies.
Required Skills:
Experience and proficiency developing and executing automated test scripts in TOSCA.
Experience and proficiency in using HP test tools including Test Director/Quality Center 9.0 or higher and Quick Test Professional (QTP) 9.5 or higher
Experience testing web, GUI, client/server, and database applications.
Experience with requirements analysis and automated test cases/script development.
Experience with automated testing, testing tools, writing test plans and reviewing test cases.
Experience with Agile (Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe) development
Experience coding using Java/J2EE
Experience developing and testing using junits and jomockits
Experience with executing SQL to validate or test.
Experience using NeoLoad and qTest
Good oral and written communications skills in order to interact on a daily basis with system developers, business analysts, and others.
Ability to prioritize tasks within the project and work with minimal supervision or guidance.
Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Desired Skills:
Understanding of FNS/SNAP Program Policy guidelines
Experience with testing Curam products.
Experience testing for a health and human services project.
Experience navigating on a UNIX platform.
