Principal Systems Test Enginner

Cubic Corporation

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Business Unit:

Cubic Transportation Systems

Company Details:

When you join Cubic, you become part of a company that creates and delivers technology solutions in transportation to make people’s lives easier by simplifying their daily journeys, and defense capabilities to help promote mission success and safety for those who serve their nation. Led by our talented teams around the world, Cubic is committed to solving global issues through innovation and service to our customers and partners.

We have a top-tier portfolio of businesses, including Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) and Cubic Defense (CD). Explore more on Cubic.com.

Job Details:

Job Summary: Principal Test Engineer role is focused on the design, development and execution of tests and testing systems for Web based Application. This role requires a strong foundation in Web based applications testing, API testing with POSTMAN or similar tools along with proficiency in troubleshooting and quality assurance procedures. This position will interface with other team members representing a wide range of disciplines. Additional duties include the implementation of tools suitable for increasing the efficiency of Testing, developing and tracking system test metrics. This position typically works under general supervision and direction. Incumbents of this position will exercise discretionary decision-making authority.

Work Mode- Minimum 4 days a week in office

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Works with engineering leads to develop and understand system requirements.
  • Works closely with management to develop and coordinate system test concepts and objectives.
  • Manages one or more System Test Personnel and drives their day-to-day activities.
  • Works closely with software developers to create software test work products including test plans, test cases, test procedures, and test reports.
  • Identifies test resources and need dates.
  • Prepares software test status reports and presents status to management and customers.
  • Performs procedure validations, software builds, and test administration.
  • Traces system requirements from customer specifications to test cases.
  • Assists in the development and maintenance of the System Test Environment (STE).
  • Conducts integration and formal system tests.
  • Maintains the test requirements database.
  • Prepares presentation material and leads Test Readiness Reviews.
  • Provides technical guidance and training to junior test personnel.
  • Develops and manages test budgets and schedules.
  • Keeps abreast of improvements in system test engineering techniques.
  • Interfaces with customers, contractors, and vendors.
  • Evaluates vendor capabilities to provide required products or services.
  • Interfaces with hardware, software, and systems engineers to evaluate test alternatives.
  • Interfaces with the QA organization to perform any corrective actions resulting from reviews and audits.
  • Performs other system test engineering duties as required to meet contractual requirements.
  • Writes device/system procedures and conduct tests.
  • Actively drives the management and resolution of system ARQs and Issues.
  • Work closely with Engineering, with direct involvement from Analysis and Design phase of the product itself, to ensure better and timely product delivery
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with staff at different locations to ensure coordination
  • Support any other departmental projects/tasks as and when directed by Supervisor

General Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Comply with Cubic’s Quality Management System
  • Comply with Cubic Occupational Health, Safety and Environment policies and procedures
  • Comply with security in accordance with established policies and procedures of the organization
  • Comply with Cubic Human Resources Procedures
  • Other duties as requested

Minimum Job Requirements:

Qualifications

Essential:

  • Bachelor's degree in Technology (B Tech) or Master’s in Computer Application (MCA) or Computers / IT related fields

Skills/Experience/Knowledge

  • 8+ years of experience in Software Testing with Web based applications.
  • Atleast 5+ years of automation experience with Selenium + Java
  • Well experienced with scripting languages like JavaScript or Shell scripting
  • Should have a solid understanding of databases and SQL
  • Experience analyzing and testing complex engineering software
  • Experience in testing in embedded environment is a plus
  • Display a sound understanding of software development life-cycle
  • Software Development or familiarity with C++ or C# JAVA, JIRA, TCP/IP, UNIX, VB, SQL Queries.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills are required
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Visio and other MS Office Applications
  • Knowledge or experience in Transit domain or AFCS is desirable
  • Knowledge or experience with Test management tools, Project management tools is desirable
  • Experience with test automation is a must

Personal Qualities

  • Must be good team player
  • Must be self-motivated with an excellent attitude
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Ability to perform work requiring a high degree of accuracy
  • Able to prioritize work, complete multiple tasks and work under deadlines
  • Excellent problem-solving skills

The description provided above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements. Duties, responsibilities and requirements may change over time and according to business need.

Worker Type:

Employee

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