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Software Test Engineer - Melbourne, FL 32904



Business
GE Energy Infrastructure

Business Segment
Energy Infrastructure - Headquarters

About Us
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Role Summary/Purpose
The Software Test Engineer will work within engineering team delivering highly automated testing solutions for complex software products. Teams support software development groups carrying out new product introduction and maintenance activities.

Essential Responsibilities
  • Work closely with development and support organizations providing direction on testing activities, reporting on test progress and product readiness
  • Report to the local test lead / manager, will also integrate with peers across a global organization
  • Work in conjunction with engineering and product owner functions to report on product readiness status with respect to test release criteria
  • Work within test development lifecycle, requirements analysis, test development, execution and issue resolution with high emphasis of automated testing
  • Use test management and development tools to deliver automated tests integrated with product development activities
  • Carry out engineering tasks to highest standards, automated testing within coding guidelines, supervisor / peer review
  • Strong supporter of testing initiatives, Six Sigma methodology, and automation processes
  • Work within customer focused testing processes, procedures, and testing metrics
  • Support test lead activities in creating, communicating, driving clear operating and prioritization rhythm for the team
  • Collect, evaluate and publish quality / test metrics and test results to the project team
  • Champion testing approach to other business functions

    Qualifications/Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science OR high school diploma/GED and a minimum 5 years industry experience
  • At least 3 years of experience in developing software in an agile environment
  • Minimum 1 year experience authoring software for Windows, Linux, and Solaris
  • Minimum 1 year experience authoring software in C++ and Java or with automation tools such as LoadRunner, QuickTest Professional
  • Green Belt Certification (GE employees only)

    Additional Eligibility Qualifications
    GE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

    Desired Characteristics
  • Strong software development lifecycle experience, experience of working within agile approach
  • Knowledge of software development tools, test automation tools, Client / Server applications, ClearCase, ClearQuest, Quality Center, eNPP, eDR, NPI Processes
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Able to apply principles of logical or scientific reasoning to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
  • Problem analysis and resolution skillsWhy join one great company when you can join many? When you join GE, you join a company made up of 5 exciting businesses. Experience personal growth and competency development as part of the GE team. GE's Energy Infrastructure segment is leading the field in the development, implementation and improvement of the products and technologies that harness our resources such as wind, oil, gas and water.

    GE Energy is one of the world's leading suppliers of power generation and energy delivery technologies in all areas of the energy industry including coal, oil, natural gas and nuclear energy as well as with renewable resources such as water, wind, solar and alternative fuels.www.ge-energy.comMelbourne is a coastal city in close proximity to Orlando, FL and other major cities with beautiful beaches & comfortable temperatures year round. Melbourne is home to the Florida Institute of Technology, University of Central Florida, & Florida State University, & industry in Melbourne includes a concentration of high tech jobs. Come see why we love Melbourne!




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    We offer a competitive salary, outstanding benefits package and the professional advantages of an environment that supports your development and recognizes your achievements. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

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    • LOCATION:
      Melbourne, FL 32904
    • SALARY/WAGE:
      Commensurate with Experience
    • JOB STATUS/TYPE:
      Full Time
      Employee
    • JOB CATEGORY:
      IT/Software Development
    • OCCUPATIONS:
      General/Other: IT/Software Development
    • INDUSTRY:
      Energy and Utilities
    • CAREER LEVEL:
      Experienced (Non-Manager)
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