Lead Software Test Engineer (Fully Remote)
Description
LifeSouth Community Blood Centers is looking for an enthusiastic, team-oriented, and goal-driven, individual to join the team as a Lead Software Test Engineer in Gainesville, FL. This position is responsible for assisting the Software Development Manager with coordinating the daily activities of the software testing group.**This position is fully remote**
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 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
– 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
– Perform and demonstrate expertise in all job duties of a Software Test Engineer (such as completing manual and automated testing duties)
– Manage the Software Test Engineer group’s daily activities, prioritizing testing activities through collaboration with the Product Owner and Lead Software Engineer
– Provide guidance and recommendations on the testing of new software programs and reports, independently analyzing 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
– Assist with defect and enhancement accessing and triage
– Mentor and train other Software Test Engineers in the appropriate use of tools, testing techniques, and application of the team’s processes
– 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
– Attendance is a requirement of this position
Qualifications
– Associate’s degree in computer science or related field. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be substituted
– Advanced computer skills and experience with software programs such as Microsoft Office and Software Testing suites
– Minimum of five years of experience in testing software applications with at least three year’s 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
This is a full-time position. Salary is commensurate with 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.
