- Provide architectural and software testing expertise across the software domain and its interaction with all other technical domains (e.g. data and infrastructure). Establish and promote software testing standards and best practices. Monitors and analyzes the overall software testing and compares it against industry standards and trends to proactively identify opportunities for new and better solutions.
- Integrates with project teams to ensure that IT solutions and software tests are in alignment with organizational strategy and technology roadmap.
- Lead and mentor other software professionals, share expertise and set a positive example for best practices.
Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree From Four-Year College or University is required. Areas of study including computer science, MIS, mathematics, engineering, physics or other science is preferred but not required; commensurate experience in software architecture and software engineering is acceptable.
10 Years or more work experience or skills
- Expertise in software architectures and concepts (e.g., message oriented architecture, , persistency, n-tier, client-server, transactional behavior, two-phase commit)
- Expert understanding of utilized software tools (e.g., Visual Studio, Chrome Developer Tools, SQL Server Management Studio)
- Expert understanding of integration between utilized software platforms and the associated interrelationships (e.g., Force.com, PeopleSoft, .NET)
- Strong understanding of cloud technologies and platforms and their application to the organization
- Expert knowledge of organizationally accepted programming, scripting, markup languages, and frameworks (e.g., C#,.NET, .NET Core, Java, Swift, Kotlin, JavaScript, TypeScript, T-SQL, HTML, XML, CSS, Angular, ReactJS, ASP.NET, Python)
- Expert in the principles and patterns of system design (e.g., MVC, CQRS
- Expert knowledge of object oriented design
- Expert understanding of current database management systems.
- Expert understanding of object relational mapping (ORM)
- Expert understanding of testing patterns (e.g., unit testing, inversion of control, dependency injection)
- Expertise in continuous integration, continuous delivery and source code management
- Expert understanding of secure coding techniques and best practices
- Expert understanding of enterprise level IT security concepts and implementations
- Excellent analysis, interpretation and technical problem solving skills.
- Expert understanding of software development in a multi-platform environment (e.g., Mac, Linux,,Windows)
- Expert understanding of hardware, storage, network topologies and other infrastructure and data components as it relates to software development
- Strong understanding of organizationally approved project management methodologies (e.g., Agile/Scrum, Waterfall) and System Development LifeCycle (SDLC)
- Expert in full-stack development
- Expert in DevOps methodologies (e.g., automation, continuous feedback, quality signal)
- Strong understanding of machine learning/artificial intelligence concepts
- Expert with data analysis, test design, and test automation focusing on functional, security, performance and mobile testing
- Expert ability to develop SOAP and RESTful web services
- Expert in the use of code repository tools such as SVN and GitHub
- Expert in code coverage tools
- Expert in database principles and at scripting SQL queries
- Expert with test tools (e.g., Azure DevOps pipeline and test plans, xUnit, nUnit, Jmeter, Jasmine, Mocha, MOQ, TestComplete, SoapUI, and Selenium)
- Expert in test design and test automation focusing on functional, security, performance, mobile, load and infrastructure/ workstation testing.
- Expert in software testing best practices
Soft Skills
- Expert written and oral communication skills. Must be able to communicate and collaborate with a wide variety of audiences such as other software developers, engineers, architects, business analysts, software testers, management, and business stakeholders.
- Strong ability to articulate complex technical ideas and concepts appropriate to the audience (both technical and non-technical)
- Expert ability to deliver high-quality projects on time and within scope
- Possesses well-developed emotional intelligence, motivational, professional, and leadership qualities
- Positive attitude with the ability to work in an ever-changing environment
- Proven commitment to meeting organizational and departmental goals and objectives
- Expert analytical, statistical, and organizational skills with strong attention to detail
- Inquisitive and proactive with an ability to work independently and a desire to continuously learn new skills and technologies; takes initiative and is a solution seeker
- Thrives in a team environment and develops excellent relationships with others
- Strong ability and desire to mentor others
One or more of the following or management approved equivalent technical certifications are recommended:
- Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD)
- Microsoft Certified Master (MCM)
- IEEE Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP)
- LOMA Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI) – recommended but not required
- SW Test Architect:
- CSTP, CTM or equivalent
- CTFL (Foundation Level)
- CTAL- focused on Technical Test Analyst (Advanced Level)
- CTEL focused on Test Automation Engineering or Security Testing (Expert Level)