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Advanced software engineer/ test analyst - All Locations


Company
GE Energy
Location
All Locations
Category
Engineering / Architecture
Required education
Bachelor's Degree

Essential Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have: • 4-8 years experience in application testing including functional testing (black box testing), load testing, performance testing, UI testing • Ability to work closely with the Test Lead and Test Manager. • Proficient in writing test plans, test cases, and test scripts. • Understanding of databases and database concepts such as SQL and relational database design • Understanding of software development concepts including programming languages (Java, C++), Object oriented analysis and design, and application architecture • Experience in testing WEB based applications and knowledge of HTML, XML, CSS, JSP, and Java. • Experience in Product installation on server, and server side testing. • Exposure/ Experience to automated testing tools such as Mercury WinRunner and Quick Test Pro. • Should have specific knowledge of some the following areas: o Change Management Discipline o Defect Tracking • Good inter-personal and verbal and written communication skills • Good analytical and problem solving skills. • A challenging and enquiring mind • Attention to detail and tenacity • Ability to work closely with the development team in investigating, understanding and resolving software problems • Good understanding of common software failures and faults • Knowledge of the domain area tested (highly desirable) - GIS • Experience drawn from a variety of testing projects (desirable)

Qualifications/Requirements

Education B.E., B. Tech, M.C.A. or M.Tech. Degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent experience. Computer Skills • Knowledge of Rational Robot, Clear Case, Clear Quest, Quality Centre, Req Pro and Mercury Win Runner, QTP • Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Unix, Oracle. The ideal candidate will have: • 4-8 years experience in application testing including functional testing (black box testing), load testing, performance testing, UI testing • Ability to work closely with the Test Lead and Test Manager. • Proficient in writing test plans, test cases, and test scripts. • Understanding of databases and database concepts such as SQL and relational database design • Understanding of software development concepts including programming languages (Java, C++), Object oriented analysis and design, and application architecture • Experience in testing WEB based applications and knowledge of HTML, XML, CSS, JSP, and Java. • Experience in Product installation on server, and server side testing. • Exposure/ Experience to automated testing tools such as Mercury WinRunner and Quick Test Pro. • Should have specific knowledge of some the following areas: o Change Management Discipline o Defect Tracking • Good inter-personal and verbal and written communication skills • Good analytical and problem solving skills. • A challenging and enquiring mind • Attention to detail and tenacity • Ability to work closely with the development team in investigating, understanding and resolving software problems • Good understanding of common software failures and faults • Knowledge of the domain area tested (highly desirable) - GIS • Experience drawn from a variety of testing projects (desirable