TekWissen Group is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries worldwide. The job opportunity is for one of our clients specializing in biotechnology product development services. Our client is dedicated to supplying laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies, and services essential in healthcare, scientific research, safety, and education. As the global leader in serving the field of science, our client boasts an annual revenue of around $40 billion with a mission to empower customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Our client's global team is committed to delivering an unparalleled blend of cutting-edge technologies, convenient procurement options, and pharmaceutical services under their industry-leading brands.
Position: Engineer II, Software Test
Location: Fort Collins, CO, 80524
Duration: 6 Months
Job Type: Contract
Work Type: Onsite
How will you make an impact?
The Software Test Engineer will develop test protocols through an understanding of the specifications and requirements of the system under development for the Flow Cytometry group within our Biosciences Division.
As a Software Test Engineer, you will be responsible for planning and implementing tests that prove the functional and non-functional requirements of the system, working closely with the software and systems engineering teams.
Test protocols will be developed using the specification-level stories and then executed in an agile process to verify the story criteria have been achieved.
The test protocols will then be compiled into a formal plan to verify the final software and instrument configuration meet all the requirements for commercialization.
What will you do?
Develop a thorough understanding of the requirements (both explicit and implicit) of the software and/or system under development.
Develop test cases and a test plan based on the requirements, specifications, and release schedules.
Review tests, stories, and specifications for testability at the system level and provide feedback to test and development teams as needed.
Execute test cases described and documented in the test plan during the development cycle and format product verification.
Identify failures during test execution and log appropriate information needed for the developer to understand, reproduce, and address the issue.
Exercise good judgment determining priority and severity of defects.
Champion and track the resolution of identified software and system issues.
Document and monitor testing outcomes and establish steps to remedy problems.
Analyze current technologies used within the company and improve processes to testing procedures.
Detailed understanding of how to properly document test cases and create effective and focused testing plans and reports.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biological, Physical, or Natural Sciences, related field, or equivalent experience
Experience
0-3 years of professional experience in commercial systems or software testing
Knowledge or experience with flow cytometry preferred
A scientific background in biological sciences is required
Preferred Experience
Knowledge of Biology or other related science (flow cytometry a plus).
Working knowledge of automated test tools and their implementation.
Working knowledge of Ranorex test automation software.
Working knowledge of systems and software integration testing.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot issues and determine root cause of defects
Working knowledge of software testing concepts and systematic testing
Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows-based operating systems
Demonstrated risk-based mindset when evaluating and communicating test results and defects
Ability to work independently to initiate, take ownership of, and lead testing of individual system components as well as fully integrated platforms
Strong oral, written, and presentation skills, and the ability to work independently as well as being a team player
Maintains in-depth knowledge of relevant fields and techniques
TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
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