Oracle Automation Tester - Adventurous Training System

Tender description

Who Speclialist Work With The likely team will consist of the following: Product Owner, Senior User, Scrum Practioner, In-Service Manager, Developer. On a daily basis, the successful applicant is likely to work in team of 2-3. What Specialists Work On To write & execute automation test scripts using C++/Selenium / Canopy/F#/ Specflow against Oracle Applications. To carry out installation, configuration, integration and migration of the Oracle Application To write and maintain User Stories, Acceptance Criteria, Tasks and other project documentation to write detailed automation scripts. To participate in user requirement workshops to define acceptance criteria for user stories. To participate in sprint planning meetings to provide estimates for testing activity and to attend other Scrum ceremonies as required. To work as part of a cross-functional team participating in activities such as update of User Guides and other documentation as required. Where the Work Takes Place IAS Army HQ Monxton Road Andover Hampshire SP11 8HJ Early Market Engagement No additional market engagement has been sought at this time. Working Arrangements An Agile methodology will be adopted therefore on site for 5 days a week for the purpose of daily stand-ups is essential. No expenses will be met. Army Headquarters’ standard working day is 7.5 hours between 08:30 hrs and 17:30 hrs. Individuals are expected to comply with Army Headquarters’ working practices. Work Location IAS Army HQ Monxton Road Andover Hampshire SP11 8HJ Security Clearance SC-level clearence is required for this post. Additional T&Cs Skills & Experience Extensive experience of C#/ or Canopy/F#/Specflow, against Oracle applications. Competency and proven ability in the use of TFS Test Manager or HP ALM to maintain test suites, execution of tests and defect tracking. Competency and proven ability in executing test scripts/scenarios, as well as complex installation guides. Excellent communication and co-ordination skills. Demonstrable ability to develop and maintain clear and concise documentation to a high professional standard. To write and execute tests scripts/scenarios focusing on the production of regression tests and smoke scripts for the migrated applications. To provide advice and guidance to project teams on Agile software testing. To review all project documentation and to provide test effort required to deploy each application. Working in collaboration with the development team and Delivery Manager. To produce Test Reports and Release Notes against IAS’s Test Templates. Nice to Haves Agile qualification e.g. Agile Certified Tester. Experience in scoping the types of testing and effort required to deploy each application. Automation scripting using VBScripts / UFT. No. of Specialists to Evaluate 10 Cultural Fit Criteria The ability to work as part of the scrum team, larger IAS department, however, the ability to remain self manageing is essential. Respect the ethos of the Army, rank structure and wider defence. The ability to receive and reciprocate constructive feedback from all stakeholders. Willing to visit other locations for short periods to gain the necessary insight into the product. Transparent and collaborative when making decisions Have a no-blame culture and encourage people to learn from their mistakes Assessment Method Evaluation Weighting Technical competence 50% Cultural fit 15% Price 35% Questions from Suppliers Budget range 350-450