Qa Analyst

Client: MIAX
Role: QA Analyst
Location: Princeton NJ-2 -3 days a week in the office
Fulltime role!!
Pay range: 125-135K plus bonus.

This is primary doing database testing, comparing reports, etl testing, sql. Using Beyond Compare tool is compare large volumes of data.
Business Objects is a must

We are currently seeking a QA Analyst with thorough understanding of end-to-end system testing in a fast paced, highly technical and complex business environment. This person should be well versed in performing both manual and automated testing for various types of applications including user-interfaces, business intelligence solutions, and real-time transaction processing and middle-ware systems.

Major responsibilities include:

Strategizing and generating test plans to ensure the highest quality software system deliverables.

Must-have skills

SQL proficiency: writing and debugging queries to validate data
Understanding of relational databases such as MySQL, SQL Server, or Oracle
Data validation and integrity testing: ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data
Thorough experience using the Linux command line
Strong self-organization skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks within tight timelines

Good to have

Scripting knowledge (Python, Shell, or Perl)
Understanding of ETL (Extract-Transform-Load) workflows
Proven experience working in regulated financial marketplaces across multiple asset classes, with familiarity with stock market terminology
Experience with OneTick or a similar database

participating in the review process of the business requirements and functional specifications for the purpose of generating use cases for functional testing.
Generating accurate and comprehensive test cases to test both the logical functional domain as well as the technical domain within the exchange systems.
Manage all aspects of the testing process including generating and maintaining test plans and use cases, tracking test failures and validating remediation efforts.
Performing hands-on testing of user-interfaces and validating system behavior through application log and database mining.
Developing automated test tools and procedures to enable regression testing efficiency

Qualifications:

Must have thorough knowledge of the QA testing process and best practices.
Must have demonstrated accomplishments in testing user-interface and transaction[1]processing systems.
Must have Mid-level ability of SQL queries and concepts.
Must have experience with automated test tool - Selenium Web driver.
Must have experience using the LINUX command line interface.
Familiar with dB tools like TOAD.
Reasonable Knowledge of ETL .
Experience of testing in Business objects
Have some good experience with data comparison of large volume data in various formats.
Minimum understanding of Python and shared script
To able to write scripts for regression testing
basic knowledge of Java is a plus
Experience with CI and CD platforms such as Jenkins
Knowledge of scripting languages such as Shell, Python, Perl, etc. a big plus.
Experience with open-source testing automation framework, preferably BDD such as Cucumber a big plus
Effective analytical and problem-solving skills a must.
Excellent verbal and communication skills required.
Must be a self-motivated, dynamic, organized and responsible team player.

Education and Experience:

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Engineering or related field
5+ years of experience in software QA/testing
2+ years of experience with automated testing tools