Sr. Test Lead

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Test Lead – Automation & User Acceptance Testing

The Test Lead oversees all stages of testing from formulation from test plan and approach to test script creation, to test execution, and defect resolution. The focus is on automating testing as much as feasible, performing frequent regression testing, and supporting all user testing activities.  Must establish the processes, tooling and standards for testing that will be used across the program.

Must have:

• 10+ years of acquired knowledge in planning, directing, and managing interoperability testing (interfaces, data quality, etc.)
• 5+ years of experience applying UAT automation methodologies and tools on at least one IT related development program, to include defining and testing user story acceptance criteria

• 5+ years of experience converting user stories and acceptance criteria into test scripts. Comprehensive understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing processes

• Strong communication skills and ability to facilitate research and analysis with all team members to include Product Owners, Developers, and Senior Leaders
• Experience with Vantage,Java, .Net, and database/infrastructure deployment testing.

Nice to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a related Engineering or IT discipline
• 5+ years of experience as Test Lead on an ERP-type implementation
• Experience establishing test automation progress

Eligibility Requirements:

• US Citizens only (no dual citizenship)
• Minimum of an active  Secret Clearance
• You must live local to St. Louis, MO (preferred) or be willing to travel to St. Louis every week Monday-Friday

 

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The pay range for the states of California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Washington, Vermont, the District of Columbia, and the city of Cleveland is:$125,600—$153,800 USD   What We Believe As a company wholly dedicated to serving the US federal government, we bring together the best talent to help reinvent how federal agencies operate and deliver greater value for their mission and the American people. We have an unwavering commitment to creating a culture in which all our people are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and have equal opportunity. As a business imperative, every person at Accenture Federal Services has the responsibility to create and sustain a culture where everyone feels welcomed and included. This is grounded in our core values and our experience that hiring and developing great people who reflect different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds is key to driving innovation and delivering the results that our clients and the cou