Software Test Engineer *Remote*

Description

LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is currently seeking an individual for a remote Software Test Engineer position. This position is responsible for testing and supporting software applications used by LifeSouth and our customers. Software testing responsibilities will cover the full software development life cycle, including requirements, design, development, release and support.

Our Benefits

- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan

- Medical, dental, and vision insurances available to full-time employees the first of the month after 60 days

- Medical premium discount based on rate of pay

- Supplemental insurances including life, cancer, accident, and disability

- Access to mental wellness resources and counseling through telehealth

- Free basic life insurance for full-time employees

- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match each pay period

- Employer funded retirement plan for vested employees & 403b offered

- Access to wages prior to pay day

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Use existing test cases to thoroughly verify the soundness of changes to LifeSouth software

- Generate test data required for testing

- Create or update detailed test cases based on the requirements, specifications and other documents

- Lead efforts to improve software development practices used by the Software Development team

- Thoroughly understand our existing test framework. Research industry trends to identify, recommend, and implement improvements to our testing process

- Mentor and train other Software Test Engineers in the appropriate use of tools, testing techniques, and application of the team’s processes

- Develop automated test scripts that will include database queries

- Participate in customer issue resolution activities and verify the solution

- Independently analyze the requirements, specifications, and other documents to ensure complete test coverage

- Provide input and feedback to improve and refine testing strategies used by the Software Development team

- Provide reports on test status and results

- Review and maintain technical artifacts, such as use cases and system specifications

- Develop and review detailed test case specifications

- Actively engage in communications regarding blood banking terminology, practices, and processes

- Support validation and user acceptance testing. Prepare environments, investigate issues, and coordinate with appropriate user groups

- Assist with defect and enhancement management. This will include writing detailed bug reports and collaborating with others to resolve issues

Qualifications:

- Associate’s degree in computer science or related field. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be substituted

-  Level of position is determined by experience:  

         -  Level I: minimum one year experience in testing

         -  Level II: minimum two years of experience in testing with at least one year using automated testing tools 

         -  Level III: minimum five years of experience in testing with at least three years using automated testing tools 

- Valid driver’s license required. Must also meet and maintain LifeSouth driver’s eligibility requirements

- Proficient computer skills and experience with computer programs such as MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

- Working knowledge of Oracle SQL and familiarity with PL/SQL programming

- Must understand the software testing life cycle

- Skill in effectively communicating with technical and non-technical personnel at all levels of the organization, both orally and in writing

- Experience in blood banking preferred

Who We Are

LifeSouth is a non-profit community blood bank serving more than 150 hospitals in Alabama, Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. We are committed to meeting the blood supply needs of hospitals and their patients by providing the highest quality blood components and services. With more than 45 donor centers, 55 bloodmobiles and 2,000 blood drives a month, our LifeSouth team is dedicated to making sure the blood is there when you or your family is in need.

Our Mission

To provide a safe blood supply that meets or exceeds the needs in each community we serve, and to provide a variety of services in support of ongoing and emerging blood and transfusion related activities.

This is a full-time remote position. Starting salary range $50,000.00 - $82,500.00. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Criminal background check and drug screen required upon conditional offer of hire. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Drug-Free/Tobacco Free Workplace.

The position description may not include all the duties and responsibilities of the job. Duties and responsibilities that are not listed, but which the employee may be expected to perform, will fall within the scope of the skills, knowledge and training for the position.

LifeSouth is a Drug-Free and Tobacco-Free Workplace. LifeSouth is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor as well as an affirmative action employer and provides equal opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, religion, age, gender, disability, status as a protected veteran, national origin, color, or any other classification in accordance with federal, state, and local statutes, regulations, and ordinances. Veterans are encouraged to self-identify as LifeSouth desires to provide protected veterans priority referrals for open positions. LifeSouth complies with all laws and regulations associated with the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the Americans with Disability Act (ADA). LifeSouth is an E-Verify employer.

If you require any assistance to complete the application process or during the interview due to a disability, please contact the LifeSouth region where you are applying or call 1-888-795-2707 to request an accommodation. Applications may be completed at a LifeSouth facility or mailed to corporate headquarters in lieu of the on-line application process.