Duties
Designs, builds and implements test plans, test cases for software applications. Builds, executes, and maintains test data and test scripts. Selects and implements test techniques/methods appropriate for each application. Identifies, tracks and reports system defects to internal development team (e.g., developers, product owners, and managers). Designs, builds, and executes accessibility and section 508 testing to ensure staff and other users with disabilities can access and use the software. Identifies, proposes, and implements improvement throughout the QA process using Agile methods. Analyzes business requirements/user stories for completeness and testability. Advocates for final product quality and customer satisfaction. Designs, builds, and executes the automation test scripts to facilitate continuous and repeated testing of previously built features as new, high-priority, customer requested features are incrementally added on. Prepares, configures, and manages test data and automation scripts for multi-browser and systems requirements. Creates and implements regression test suites during the active, development period of an application. Implements use of new testing tools for execution of QA testing activities.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY.
Qualifications
Required Work Experience
- GED with at least 10-12 years of relevant work experience; Bachelor's with 5-8 years of relevant work experience; Master's with 2-3 years of relevant work experience.
Required Special Skills/ Knowledge
- Test planning, design and implementation including selection of test techniques/methods appropriate for each application and associated test scenarios, implementation of functional and regression tests.
- Experience in developing the overall QA strategy for automation scripts including the design and implementation of end-to-end testing of software applications.
- Experience with writing in scripting languages as it relates to building test automation scripts.
- Experience in utilizing automated functional and frontend testing tools.
- Accessibility testing including design, build and execute section 508 compliance test scripts.
- Preparing technical QA documentation such as test plans, test cases, test reports, defect reports.
- Working effectively in an Agile environment.
- Effective communication both orally and in writing.
As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role.
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance with a focus on ERP systems, preferably PeopleSoft HCM.
- Strong understanding of PeopleSoft HCM modules, business processes, and technical architecture.
- Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as HP ALM, GitLab, or equivalent.
- Proficiency in SQL to validate data integrity and test backend processes.
- Knowledge of automation testing tools such as Selenium, PeopleSoft Test Framework (PTF), or similar.
- Experience working on Agile/Scrum teams.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Proactive and self-motivated approach to identifying and resolving issues.
- Adaptability to changing priorities and a dynamic work environment.
- Passion for continuous learning and professional development.
Join our team and contribute to delivering robust, high-quality solutions that support our organization's goals and objectives.
Desired Certifications
- PeopleSoft HCM Certification.
- ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) Certification.
- Agile or Scrum Certification (CSM, SAFe, etc.).
- Test Automation Certification (e.g., Selenium WebDriver).
Working Conditions
- The U.S. Senate network cannot be taken offline for maintenance during the workday, or while the Senate is in session. As such, maintenance windows may only occur at night, on weekends, and occasionally on holidays. Employees who perform systems upgrades, maintenance, wiring, backups, support our alternate data centers will have schedules that include working nights, weekends, and holidays.
- This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate. As such, this position requires the employee be
available and prepared to work during government shutdowns, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption. In the context of government furloughs, this position is considered excepted. - The U.S. Senate network cannot be taken offline for maintenance during the workday, or while the Senate is in session. As such, maintenance windows may only occur at night, on weekends, and occasionally on holidays. Employees who perform systems upgrades, maintenance, wiring, backups, support our alternate data centers will have
schedules that include working nights, weekends, and holidays.
Security Clearance
- This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government security clearance.
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance.
Education
High School Diploma, GED, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How to Apply
All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/J5NY. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.
Next steps
Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.