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Title: Appian Tester
Mandatory skills:Appian platform,Agile, Scrum, Kanban,ALM, JIRA, REST API, Postman, SoapUI, Zephyr,design review, change control, quality assurance automation, peer network,software development lifecycle, software systems, software products, software automation,automation, manual functional scripts, testing process, functional testing, training programs,test scenario, test scripts, test plan, test data, testing phase, automation test plan, test strategies,sprint planning, task estimates, task sequencing, task assignments, sprint reviews, retrospectives Description: The position’s essential duties include the following:Develops and maintains automation and manual functional scripts to support overall testing process.Documents automation and functional testing processes; contributes to training programs, documents, and materials;Leads test scenarios/scripts reviews, design reviews, and change control activities;Creates and contributes to test plans, test scenarios, and test data for use during all testing phases of the software development lifecycle, for new and existing software systems/products;Ensures that automation test plans and scenarios fully exercise every aspect of the product;Produces and presents formal automation test plans; leads the automation testing effort for assigned projects;Documents and reports issues discovered during testing, and follows up for resolution;Defines standards, methods and procedures for quality assurance automation activities;Works as part of Agile (Scrum/Kanban) Development Team, conducts and effectively participates in sprint planning, task estimates, task sequencing, task assignments, sprint reviews and retrospectives.Other duties, as assigned.CORE COMPETENCIES· Forward Thinking: The ability to anticipate the implications and consequences of situations and take appropriate action to be prepared for possible contingencies· Thinks Critically: The ability to approach one's work analytically by identifying issues/questions, gathering and evaluating data, and creating evidence-based recommendations or solutions· Embraces Innovation & Change: The ability to respond positively to change and demonstrate flexibility, and openness to new ways of thinking and doing things· Communicates Openly & Effectively: The ability to effectively communicate in multiple modes and in a way that fosters understanding and dialogue, as well as engages with others in a way that demonstrates emotional intelligence· Performance Focused: The ability to take ownership for one's own or one's employees' performance, by setting clear goals and expectations, tracking progress against the goals, providing feedback, and addressing performance problems and issues promptly· Applies Customer Lens: The ability to provide the best service to customers (internal and external) with the goal of exceeding their expectations while maintaining integrity· Develops Self & Others: The ability to identify, learn, and apply new skills or habits as needed to perform successfully on the job.· Fosters Collaboration: The ability to look beyond immediate teams, broaden peer networks, and finding ways to partner with internal and external stakeholders in order to achieve success.Type of experience2 + years of experience testing Appian platform3 + years of experience with software automation in an agile environment and proficient in at least 2 of: Java 7+, .NET, VB, Bash, Ruby, or Perl3 + years of experience with test management tools (ie. ALM or JIRA), as well as developing test strategies and plans3 + years of experience with test data gathering techniques, and RDBMS (E.g. Oracle, SQL Server, Postgre…) with the ability to write SQL queries2+ years of experience with REST APIs and tools like Postman, SoapUI2 + years working as part of Agile Development Team as a QA resource, effectively participate in sprint planning, task estimates, task sequencing, task assignments, sprint reviews and retrospectives Zephyr experience is desiredEducation:Candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college and/or university (preferably Computer Science, Information Technology) VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at for any complaints, comments and suggestions. Contact Details:Please send your resumes and one of our recruiter will get in touch with you. VIVA USA INC.3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425Rolling Meadows, IL 60008http://www.viva-it.comVacancy expired!