COQAA Jobs

Location Columbus, OH
Position Type Full-Time, Employee
Experience 2-5 Years Experience
Date Posted November 28, 2007 (Reposted Feb 26)

Job Purpose: This position is responsible for evaluating and testing software programs to verify that programs function according to specifications and standards by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

*Tests software programs to compare to specifications and documentation.
*Identifies, analyzes, and documents defects, questionable functions, errors, and inconsistencies in software program functions, outputs, online screens, and content.
*Creates test cases and test data.
*Responds to inquiries from users regarding functions and operations of software programs.
*Recommends program improvements or revisions to programmers.
*Coordinates user testing.
*Assists users to isolate possible problems in software following release and/or implementation.
*Documents, tracks, and communicates test plans, test results, analysis, and unresolved problems.

PROFESSIONALISM
To perform this job successfully, members of QA must interact with people from every department in the organization at all levels, and they must maintain a professional bearing. Further, they must be able to approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure and changing priorities; treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accept responsibility for their own actions; and follow through on commitments.

ADDITIONAL DESIRED ABILITIES
*The ability to read, analyze and interpret business requirement documents, technical procedures, or governmental regulations is required.
*The ability to write reports, business correspondence, and test plans.
*The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, end users, and developers.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and one to two years related experience and/or training; Bachelor’s Degree from four-year college or university and six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

*All resume submissions must include salary history and desired compensation.
*Resume submissions without salary information will not be considered.

Send a resume and cover letter to:
HR Department
3883 East Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43213

or email to:
Brett.Fry@safeauto.com or Ryan.Patterson@safeauto.com
or fax to 614.559.5391

EOE
http://hotjobs.yahoo.com/job-J89WEFPG569;_ylt=AsJd5Vc_r_ATssAeIaO2AvD6Q6IX?search_url=%2Fjob-search-l-Columbus-OH-k-safeauto
http://www.safeauto.com/careers.htm

Now Software, a Columbus-area based technology company, is seeking an experienced Software Quality Assurance Engineer to lead our SQA effort. Now Software is developing its next generation calendar and contact management product to succeed the award-winning Now Up-to-Date & Contact. This individual will play a key leadership role in defining and implementing comprehensive QA processes that increase the quality and productivity of the software lifecycle.

Want a job where you can make a difference? Come work with us and build products thousand of users around the world use every day to make their lives better.

Primary Responsibilities:
• The QA Lead will own the Software Quality Assurance process
• You will participate in all stages of the software development life cycle
• You must be comfortable developing tests, test cases, test data, and refining requirements
• You will be expected to take the initiative to devise innovative ways to define and continually improve the QA process, and take advantage of industry best practices, tools and technologies to accelerate productivity
• You will be expected to monitor, maintain, and provide reports for bug tracking and defect resolution to the team and management and to assist in process improvement in these areas
• You will be expected to manage an external beta testing process, including communications, logistics, and support
• You will direct and manage additional QA staff
• When necessary, you will be expected to assist other team members in technical or sales support

Experience Required:
• A minimum of 5 years of engineering experience in a Software Quality Assurance environment
• At least 2 years in a QA leadership position
• Experience in creating, executing and maintaining manual and automated test procedures for integration, system, regression and user acceptance testing
• Experience with life-cycle software development: requirements, specification, design, testing, implementation, debugging, and support
• Experience managing others
• Ability to work independently in a small development group with minimal supervision
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Skills Required:
• Strong Microsoft Windows and Apple Macintosh background
• Ability to administer bug tracking systems
• A healthy obsession for process and metrics
• Ability to lead and coordinate additional SQA resources
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal skills

Benefits:
• Support the creation cutting-edge software applications used around the world
• Competitive pay
• Fun work environment
• Growth potential
• Full benefits (Health, Dental, 401k, etc.)

This full-time position is located at company headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. Local candidates only, no relocation benefits.
Please no recruiters or phone calls.

Now Software, Inc.
670 Morrison Road, Suite 220
Gahanna, Ohio 43230-5324
To apply please email resume, cover letter and salary requirements to posting394@nowsoftware.com

Now Software is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This is a multi-year contract position with an excellent organization in Columbus, Ohio.

We are seeking a consultant with a strong background in chemistry (preferably organic) and who hopefully has some research/lab work with Development environments ranging from legacy (C++) to current (Java/J2EE/WebLogic/Sybase) environments.

Required Experience:
*Degree in Computer Science or related discipline; or equivalent QA experience needed. Ideally, the candidate should have at least three solid years of QA experience.
*Knowledge of chemistry
*Excellent attention to detail, independent, good communication skills required.
*Experience with writing test cases and test plans within an iterative software development environment (Rational Unified Process). Familiarity with Use Cases.
*Experience with automated testing software, including the conversion of manual test procedures to automated testing; specifically, the Mercury Interactive Tools.
*Experience with problem authority and/or defect tracking software.
*QA of applications that include client (web and Java).
*Worked within the Unified Process development methodology and derived test cases and plans from UP use case artifacts.
*Managed multiple QA efforts that present concurrent deliverables
*Worked within a team environment that includes developers, architects, project management, RA’s, and sponsors.

Nice to Haves:
Prior background in development and/or requirements analysis a desired trait. QA has close ties and working relationships with Requirement’s Analysts.

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $80,000 plus a full benefits package.

Interested candidates should send me a resume via email at laura@fastswitch.com.
www.fastswitch.com

Brooksource a Midwestern IT Services company located here in Columbus, OH is searching for a Performance Testing Analyst to work with development groups and project teams to ensure timely and accurate execution of performance testing cycles. This candidate will create scripts that when executed will confirm the throughput and scalability of the application/system. This individual should possess strong knowledge of service oriented architecture and development of web services in a large environment. This position requires the use of automated testing, workflow management, and defect tracking tools that support testing application/system changes. Candidate must possess strong familiarity with performance testing methodologies and testing of application/systems. Experience as a lead to coordinate and execute testing activities for assigned projects, would be a plus. A thorough understanding of IT concepts and structured development life cycle is required. Strong analytical and communication skills will also be required. Experience with testing business applications required. Experience with automated testing tools in a Web and/or Client/Server development environment required. Specific knowledge/experience with ITG/Mercury (LoadRunner and WinRunner) and Quality Center tools will be required as well.

Candidate must possess strong familiarity with performance testing methodologies and testing of application/systems. Experience as a lead to coordinate and execute testing activities for assigned projects is a plus. A thorough understanding of IT concepts and structured development life cycle is required. Strong analytical and communication skills are required. Experience with testing business applications required. Experience with automated testing tools in a Web and/or Client/Server development environment required. Specific knowledge/experience with ITG/Mercury (LoadRunner and WinRunner) and Quality Center tools required

Must haves:

- Experience with Windows 2000/XP Operating Systems, using tools such as MS Office, Internet Explorer and MS Outlook.
- Previous experience in testing Web based applications required.
- Experience with Oracle applications required.
- Knowledge and experience with Java, Java Beans, JavaScript, PL/SQL, Business Objects and HP PCMS preferred
- 2+ yrs LoadRunner
- Experience with Oracle

Please contact Doug Logsdon as soon as possible it interested.
dlogsdon@brooksource.com

http://www.brooksource.com
http://www.technicalyouth.com
PEOPLE. TECHNOLOGY. SUCCESS

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More information about this job:

Overview:
OCLC is a nonprofit library service and research organization that has provided computer-based cataloging, reference, resource sharing, eContent, preservation, library management and Web services to 60,000 libraries in 112 countries and territories. OCLC and its member libraries worldwide have created and maintain WorldCat, the world’s richest online resource for finding library materials. We are currently seeking candidates for a Quality Engineer position in our Dublin, Ohio headquarters.

Responsibilities:

The person in this position will:
* Plan, design, execute, and verify testing for projects
* Test and analyze products at the UI and web services levels
* Coordinate test efforts of developers, QA Staff, and subject matter experts
* Design and document test environments
* Propose and participate in process improvements efforts
* Assist and advise supported projects to maintain compliance with the OCLC Quality System and ISO 9001
* Participate/moderate project life cycle documents

Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s degree in computer-related discipline or equivalent work experience and three to five years of technical or quality work (QA or QC) experience is required
* Experience in one or more of the following: Unix, Linux, AIX, JAVA, PERL, Oracle, Sybase and regression testing tools
* Professional certification such as the Certified Software Quality Engineer or Certified Quality Analyst is high desirable, but not required
* Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.
* Working knowledge of Quality Assurance Methods is required.
* Ability to learn and adapt to new technology quickly is required.
* Strong analytical ability is required.

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Location: Columbus, Ohio

We are looking for an entry-level quality assurance tester. The focus of the position will be to test specialty applications to rate the comparison of forms against requirements and output.

The tester duties will be to work under direct supervision to develop, implement and administer business recovery programs and plan.

Requirements:
The ideal candidate will posses 1-3 years of experience, which can include work through an internship. There must be a strong working knowledge of quality assurance and testing procedures, as well as experience with DOC 1.

If interested in this opportunity, please send resume and letter of interest to Stephanie Myers via email at:
Stephanie.Myers@otech.com

Optimum Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Stephanie A Myers
Technical Recruiter
Optimum Technology, Inc
100 E Campus View Blvd, Ste 380
Columbus, OH 43235
Phone: (614) 785-1110 ext 134
Email: Stephanie.Myers@otech.com

Company: Paros Business Partners - Columbus, Ohio
Job Title: QA Test Lead or QA Test Manager
Description: Paros Business Partners, Inc. has been recognized for over ten years as one of the top application software services consulting firms in Central Ohio. Our name has become synonymous with providing the ideal combination of sound theory with best practices. Paros has helped many clients successfully implement projects that deliver business success while maintaining high IT standards within time, budget and scope.

We are currently expanding our Quality Assurance team and are seeking those individuals with proven experience on large project as a QA Test Lead or QA Test Manager. These are for full-time opportuinities in Columbus, Ohio.

Candidates must be experienced in the following.
- Provide direction regarding the use of methods & tools for developing a comprehensive/repeatable set of test case for various applications to insure the thorough testing of Systems
- Plan and lead the Integration, System and User Acceptance Testing, in accordance with requirements, test plan & design documents and follow project and testing standards
- Lead regularly scheduled Test Status Meetings
- Proven experience with Integration and System Test leadership related to multiple interface, enterprise wide systems
- Work closely with the Business Systems Analyst and Business Unit Representatives to understand business processes and develop concrete User Acceptance Test criteria
- Facilitate communication of issue resolution between IT and the Business Unit to ensure adequate regression testing of any impacted functionality
- Work closely with the IT team and Business Users to support the development of test cases in conjunction with testing level requirements
- Ability to work in a Matrix Project organization with HR Reporting to Quality Assurance Manager and Day to Day Activities/Project Reporting to the Project Manager
- Create testing strategy, test schedule, and estimate of testing effort, working closely with appropriate project and support resources
- Publish testing schedule, log testing defects, identify/implement solutions and monitor progress through to implementation, providing regular status.
- Support the reporting of key testing statistics related to test design, execution and pass/fail results. Collect and report on Test Issue and Defect Tracking information
- Working knowledge of software test methodology’s

If you have what it takes to join the elite and progress your career even further, you owe it to yourself to meet with us. Paros Business Partners, Inc. offers competitive salaries or hourly rates, an excellent benefit program including paid time off, health and dental care, 401k, career advancement and a great work environment.

Paros Business Partners, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or veteran status, and other characteristics protected under federal, state, and local law.

Paros Business Partners
Heather Houdashelt
614-340-6411

Apex Systems Inc. will be hosting an all day Open House on March 12th from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

We encourage all Information Technology professionals to attend; however, specifically we are hoping to reach out to candidates with the following skill sets:

Helpdesk
Desktop Support
PC Tech
A+, N+, CCNA
Network Support
Server Support
Telecommunications
Unix/Linux
JAVA/J2EE
.Net
QA Analysts
SAP

Interested candidates are welcome to “walk in” or call our office at 614-467-4200. We encourage you to schedule an appointment for the day of the event. Please call 614-467-4200 to arrange a 15 minute interview with a recruiter specializing in your area of expertise.

Apex Systems Inc. is a leading provider of technology staffing solutions to Fortune 1000 and mid-sized clients across North America. With a core focus on Information Technology, Telecommunications, and Engineering, and a proven recruiting model, Apex Systems Inc. has become one of the top-ten staffing companies for providing short-term, long-term, and temp-to-perm staffing solutions.

Apex Systems Inc. offers the following benefits to all employees immediately upon hire: Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Life Insurance - Short Term Disability - Hospitalization Coverage - Direct Deposit – Weekly Pay Periods and 401k matching after 6 months.

1-866-928-2739 Toll Free
1-614-467-4200 Phone
1-614-467-4201 Fax
495 Metro Place S. Suite #160
Columbus, OH 43017
www.apexsystemsinc.com
hyoung@apexsystemsinc.com

Apex Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages minority and female applicants to apply.

Contract: 6 month-hire and 5 month contract
Location: Columbus, OH

Apex Systems, Inc. is currently seeking two QA Testers.

Qualified candidates MUST have experience with the following:
• Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant technical experience.
• Experience with testing practices, principles and environments.
• Experience with large project implementation and delivery.
• Experience testing newly developed as well as enhancements and bug fixes on applications on UNIX and Windows platforms.
• Strong technical leadership abilities and experience leading teams in planning, development and execution of System, Integration and Regression testing.
• Experience working with Analysts or clients to define project requirements.
• Ability to work well with development staff, analyst and project managers to insure delivery milestones are met and ensure adequate testing of the software development projects.
• Experience testing newly developed as well as enhancements and bug fixes on applications running on UNIX and Windows platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Preferred Skills
• Experience with Windows 2000, Windows NT, Windows XP, UNIX Operating Systems and test tools such as Mercury Quality Center, Quick Test Pro, Test Director, Winrunner, Caliber.
• Experience with Oracle and SQL.
• Knowledge/Experience with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Internet Explorer, Netscape.
• Knowledge/Experience working on Telecom applications & Telecom Products.
• Knowledge/Experience with configuration management software.

Job Description:
• Lead and drive projects
• Testing
• Focus is on projects-drive testing
• Senior/lead level
• Sit in on status calls
• Report metrics to manager
• Drive issue resolution
• Come up with creative options when stuck
• Guiding junior testers
• Networking project

Hunter Young
Technical Recruiter
APEX Systems, Inc.
495 Metro Place South
Suite #160
Dublin, OH 43017
614-467-4200
Toll Free: 866-928-2739
Fax: 614-467-4201
hyoung@apexsystemsinc.com
www.apexsystemsinc.com

Location: Columbus, OH

Role and Responsibilities:
· Create test strategy, schedule, and estimate of testing effort, working closely with appropriate project and support resources.
· Oversee the efforts of the test leads with in the program, ensuring that their efforts are in accordance with in accordance with requirements, test plan & design documents and follow project and testing standards
· Mentor and onboard new test leads
· Estimate test-related workloads, defect density and quality readiness activities.
· Work closely with peers, business management, development and project management during peer reviews, technical briefings and status meetings.
· Provide leadership for defect management. Work closely with development teams to identify and analyze software defects in a teamwork spirit.
· Coordinate with other peer test program managers to address and perform system tests on all interfaces and interdependencies with other applications.
· Work closely with the IT team and Business Users to support the development of test cases in conjunction with testing level requirements
· Work closely with the Business Systems Analyst and Business Unit
Representatives to understand business processes and develop concrete User Acceptance Test criteria
· Provide direction regarding the use of methods & tools for developing a comprehensive/repeatable set of test case for various applications to insure the thorough
· Facilitate communication of issue resolution between IT and the
Business Unit to ensure adequate regression testing of any impacted functionality
· Lead regularly scheduled Test Status Meetings
· Publish testing schedule; log testing defects, identify/implement solutions and monitor progress through to implementation, providing regular status.
· Support the reporting of key testing statistics related to test design, execution and pass/fail results. Collect and report on Test Issue and Defect Tracking information.

Required skills:
· Proven experience as Test Manager for large projects (7-10 years minimum)
· Proven experience with Integration and System Test leadership related to multiple interface, enterprise wide systems
· In depth knowledge of software test methodologies
· Experience with different software testing techniques
· Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational and writing skills
· Good presentation, communication and influencing skills.
· Attention to detail
· Ability to work in a Matrix Project organization with HR Reporting to Quality Assurance Manager and Day to Day Activities/Project Reporting to the Program Manager
· Ability to work in multi-team environment and communicate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and from all levels of the organization.
· Ability to interact and communicate with the business users & provide value-add to the application delivery process.
· Exhibits integrity in all decisions and actions
· Ability to solve complex issues in given time.
· Proficient in MS Office Suite
· Proficient in use of Quality Center.

Contact:
Shelly Blumenstiel
Recruiter
Kforce Professional Staffing
614-776-3201 (direct)
888-814-4343 (toll-free)
614-899-0504 (fax)

Three Crosswoods Center
200 E. Campus View Blvd.
Suite 225
Columbus, OH 43235

www.kforce.com