Job Area:

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Test Engineering

General Summary:

Tests and modifies general systems-level software/hardware, specialized utility and/or hardware. Interprets wireless specifications. Designs test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures. Documents systems-level defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to developers. Identifies, analyzes, troubleshoots, and documents problems with program function, output, or content. Develops testing programs that assess effectiveness of a new system or modification of an existing system.        

Minimum Qualifications:

•    Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

•    Collects basic information (e.g., logs, requirements) and identifies common errors related to systems testing.         
•    Conducts log analyses to identify where an issue has occurred.              
•    Discusses testing problems with manager and peers on a regular basis to maintain open communication.              
•    Communicates with tech leads on a project in order to verify the accuracy as well as adequate running time.              
•    Detects bugs in the "system under test" and resolves issues using basic debugging approaches. 
•    Escalates technical issues to more senior colleagues.
•    Collaborates with individuals inside own team to complete project work.

Level of Responsibility:

•    Working under close supervision.
•    Taking responsibility for own work and making decisions with limited impact; impact of decisions is readily apparent; errors made typically only impact timeline (i.e., require additional time to correct).
•    Using verbal and written communication skills to convey basic, routine factual information about day-to-day activities to others who are fully knowledgeable in the subject area.
•    Completing most tasks with multiple steps which can be performed in various orders; some planning and prioritization must occur to complete the tasks effectively; mistakes may result in some rework.
•    Exercising some creativity to troubleshoot technical problems or deal with novel circumstances.
•    Limited problem solving required, generally in the nature of troubleshooting simple processes or technology.

The responsibilities of this role do not include:  
•    Financial accountability (e.g., does not involve budgeting responsibility).
•    Influence over key organizational decisions.
•    Role in strategic planning.