The primary roles of the FMS Test Automation Engineer are to develop and execute reusable automated test scripts for the functional testing of various work streams, applications, or builds that comprise the City's Web-based Financial Management System (FMS). Functional testing encompasses integration, system, regression, and user acceptance testing of the application configuration, application, interface and integration programs, and batch/reporting jobs. During development and implementation of a specific work stream/application/build, the Automation Engineer will perform the following tasks for a specific set of functionality: 1) analyze requirements, functional designs, technical specifications, and other project artifacts to understand the functionality; 2) develop automated test scripts per the functional requirements and/or existing manual test cases; 3) execute automated test scripts and retests as required; and 4) document and report test results using the City's test tool set including documenting and reporting defects.

The FMS Test Automation Engineer will work with the FMS Functional Test Leads to develop automated test scripts for a specific set of functionality for an assigned work stream/application/build. In this capacity, the Automation Engineer will interact with different City and Vendor staff assigned to the FMS/3 Project including business analysts, application architects, developers, configuration management and production support staff.
Under the direct supervision of an assigned FMS Functional Test Lead and per FMS/Project testing standards and guidelines, the FMS Test Automation Engineer will perform the following tasks:

- Work as an individual to develop reusable test automation framework Develop and deploy reusable and precise test specification cases, processes, and standards
- Develop and execute automated test scripts, maintenance routines, investigate and assist in problem analysis, as well as the resolution of delivered software components
- Define variables to be used for the automated test scripts and develop custom function scripts
- Achieve all test development and execution milestones set by Test Lead for assigned set of functionality.
- If the application is still in the design phase, work closely with the business analysts to document testable user requirements.
- Attend walkthroughs with functional and technical SMEs to better understand the functional and technical requirements and designs; -
- Identify opportunities for test automation of existing manual application/functional regression test suites.
- Document pre-conditions required to setup and run the automated test scripts.
- Identify test coverage and maintain the Requirements Traceability Matrix using HP ALM.
- Determine the appropriate data and system set-up requirements for automated test execution.
- Design back-end queries for data set-up and verification (DB2 on the mainframe side and Oracle on the Web- side).
- Re-execute automated test scripts after new build and/or release software deliveries to identify potential defects.
- Work with technical staff to execute and troubleshoot job flows for functional testing of batch/reporting jobs.
- Document and report on test results in HP ALM.
- Document and report software defects using IBM Rational ClearQuest.

Required Knowledge Skills &Abilities:
- Hands-on in-depth knowledge of software quality assurance/testing methodologies and practices.
- Hands-on in-depth knowledge of HP ALM/Quality Center, and Unified Functional Tester (12.0 and higher version preferred)
- Hands-on in-depth knowledge of object oriented programming (VB Scripting)
- Strong understanding of financial management concepts (accounting and budgeting - AMS Advantage Product Preferred).
- Proficiency running back-end/database queries for data set-up and verification.
- Proficiency running batch/jobs (MF using JCL and for UNIX using UNIX scripts).
- Excellent English language written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a team.
- Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to plan and manage time based on schedules.
- Problem solving skills.
- Flexibility to work overtime or weekends in order to meet target dates.
Experience:
- Minimum 10 years writing test plans, outlines, and detailed test cases for accounting and/or budget ERP Systems (i.e., based on requirements and/or design documents).
- Minimum 5 years hands-on testing of accounting and/or budget ERP Systems (integration, interface, system, regression, and user acceptance testing).
- Minimum 5 years hands-on testing of complex applications in Mainframe and Web-based environments (e.g., interfaces/ETL's, integration code, middleware, etc.).
- Minimum 10 years hands-on testing with industry-standard automated functional test (HP ALM/Quality Center, and Unified Functional Testing tools using complex VB Scripting – Version 12.0 and up preferred) and defect tracking tools (IBM's Rational tools preferred).

Education:
BA in MIS, Computer Science, or related field from a recognized college or university or equivalent work experience.


Additional Information

P-482

The City of New York offers a comprehensive set of benefits and programs to employees, including health insurance, pension plan, Deferred Compensation Plan (with 457, 401K and Roth IRA options), pre-tax Commuter Benefit program, pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts programs and more. Additional benefits such as prescription drug coverage, dental benefits, vision care benefits and more are also available through District Council 37 – Local 2627, the union that represents employees in this title.


To Apply

Applicants may visit the Jobs NYC website: www.nyc.gov/jobs and apply to Job ID: 687866. While all complete applications will be given consideration, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


Hours/Shift

35 hours Weekly/Day.

Work Location

5 Manhattan West, NY, NY

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in computer science, engineering, human computer interaction, interactive media, digital and graphics design, data visualization, communication or a related field, and four years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position and a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology and/or domain; or

2. An associate degree from an accredited college in computer science, engineering, human computer interaction, interactive media, digital and graphics design, data visualization, communication or a related field, and six years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position and a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology and/or domain; or

3. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, and eight years of satisfactory full-time experience related to the area(s) required by the particular position and a specialization in a relevant technology, process, methodology and/or domain; or

4. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City Residency is not required for this position

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