Tester level 2

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Apex Systems, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today!Job#: 2044572Job Description:Apex Systems is looking for a Tester to support one of our largest government clients.We can pay $35 - $45/hr.Position Summary:The Tester will ensure the systems quality and reliability through comprehensive testingstrategies within the program. This role involves working closely with development teamsto design, develop, and execute test plans, identify defects, and ensure that the systemmeets the highest standards of quality and performance. This role requires a strongtechnical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to workcollaboratively in a SAFe Agile environment. The Tester will play a critical role inmaintaining the quality and efficiency of software solutions.Key Responsibilities:Develop and execute detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts for functional,regression, performance, and integration testing.Collaborate with development and product teams to understand requirements anddesign test strategies that ensure comprehensive coverage of features andfunctionalities.Identify, document, and track defects using issue tracking tools, and work withdevelopment teams to resolve them.Perform root cause analysis on identified defects and provide detailed reports ontesting activities, including test results, coverage, and defect density.Use performance testing tools to assess the scalability and performance of thesoftware applications.Work closely with DevSecOps engineers to integrate automated tests into theCI/CD pipeline.Ensure that testing activities are aligned with project schedules and deadlines.Participate in Agile ceremonies, such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, andretrospectives, to provide input on testing progress and challenges.Continuously improve testing processes, tools, and techniques to enhance theefficiency and effectiveness of the testing efforts.Required Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a relatedfield.5+ years of experience in software testing and quality assurance.Extensive Experience with test automation tools and frameworks such asSelenium, JUnit, TestNG, and Cucumber.Experience with Java, Spring Boot, RESTful API development, microservicesarchitecture, the ActiveMQ message broker, and containerization technologiessuch as Docker and Kubernetes.Experience with front-end technologies (Angular, React).Experience with the version control systems (GitHub) and continuousintegration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools (Jenkins).Experience with system monitoring tools (Apache JMeter, Grafana, Splunk, NewRelic, CloudWatch).Knowledge of SQL, Python, Bash scripting, Linux, AWS services (Amazon MQ,SQS, S3, EC2, EKS, RDS, CloudWatch), and infrastructure as code tools(Terraform).Knowledge of security testing practices and tools.Knowledge of databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle) and data modeling.Experience with agile methodologies (SAFe, Scrum) and tools (Jira, Confluence).Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a teamenvironment.Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying andaddressing issues.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment.Proven track record of innovation and continuous improvement.Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.Must have lived in the United States 3 out of the past 5 years.Preferred Qualifications:SAFe Agile CertificationCertifications in software testing (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE)EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Tester level 2