Specialist, Testing

General Overview

Functional Area:  Information Technology (ITM)
Career Stream:  IT Solutions (SOLN)
Role:  Specialist (SPE)
Job Title: Specialist, IT Solutions 
Job Code:  SPE-ITM-SOLN
Job Level:  Band 8
Direct/Indirect Indicator:  Indirect

Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Specialist Tester to join our dynamic Global Test Team within the IT Project Management Office. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the quality and reliability of our application solutions across key platforms. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive test cases, collaborating closely with project teams, and advocating for a customer-centric approach to testing.

Detailed Description

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Test Planning & Execution:

  • Analyze business requirements and technical specifications to design and develop detailed test cases, scenarios, and scripts.

  • Execute functional, integration, regression, and performance testing across SAP, Digital Factory, PLM, and ETQ platforms.

  • Utilize testing tools and methodologies to optimize testing efficiency and coverage.

  • Document and track defects, working closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution.

• Collaboration & Communication:

  • Collaborate effectively with project managers, business analysts, developers, and other stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.

  • Provide clear and concise testing updates and reports to the project team and management.

  • Actively participate in project meetings and contribute to testing-related discussions.

• Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement:

  • Advocate for quality throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to testing standards and best practices.

  • Contribute to the development and improvement of testing processes and methodologies.

  • Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in software testing.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Extensive experience in testing SAP applications, including functional modules relevant to the organization (e.g. SD, MM, WM, PP, QM, FICO).

• Solid understanding of PLM concepts and experience in testing PLM platforms (e.g. Enovia 3DEXperience or equivalent).

• Hands-on experience with testing in-house developed Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), including its integration with the  shop floor systems.

• Familiarity with ETQ Reliance or similar quality management systems.

• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.

• Experience with test management tools (e.g., HP ALM, Jira).

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Physical Demands

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.
• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.

Typical Experience

• 5+ years of proven experience in software testing, with a strong focus on business process testing.

Typical Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.