IT Testing Engineer III

Job Title: IT Testing Engineer III

Experience Level

Senior (7+ years)

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced IT Testing Engineer III with strong MMIS domain expertise to join our Quality Assurance (QA) team and support complex application testing initiatives. This role requires strong leadership in planning, executing, and improving test processes for complex systems and applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in QA testing, hands-on experience with mainframe systems, and will play a key role in delivering high-quality solutions through effective testing strategies, team coordination, and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide MMIS and QA SME knowledge.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive test plans, test strategies, test estimates, and test schedules for multiple project phases and functional areas.
• Define and tailor test conditions and approaches to suit specific system/application requirements.
• Track testing progress and prepare testing metrics, status updates, and reports.
• Establish and maintain test environments and appropriate test data for successful execution.
• Participate in root cause analysis in collaboration with development teams to identify and prevent recurring issues.
• Identify, implement, and drive continuous improvement initiatives for testing processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Highlight process improvement opportunities, issues, and risks to stakeholders in a timely manner. 
• Manage and monitor the defect management lifecycle during testing phase, ensuring proper documentation, tracking, re-testing, and closure.
• Support the client during User Acceptance Testing (UAT) under the guidance of the Test Lead.
• Coordinate and support training and knowledge transfer for new QA team members,
• Participate actively in test status meetings and project discussions. 
• Execute manual and automation tests as per the Test Plan; utilize Mainframe TSO and DB2 for manual batch testing where required.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Quality Assurance and Software Testing
• Strong MMIS Domain Knowledge
• Proven experience with Mainframe TSO and DB2 for manual batch testing.
• Strong expertise in developing Test Strategies and Test Plans for complex systems.
• Solid understanding of SDLC, STLC, and QA methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of testing tools and frameworks.
• Experience in driving process improvements and mentoring team members.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills 

• Experience coordinating UAT support and client interaction.
• Exposure to large-scale enterprise applications
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in QA
• Familiarity with automation frameworks

Pay Transparency Laws in some locations require disclosure of compensation and/or benefits-related information.  For this position, actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. In addition to base pay, this position, based on business need, may be eligible for a bonus or incentive. In addition, Conduent provides a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance coverage, voluntary dental and vision programs, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) or vacation and/or sick time. The estimated salary range for this role is $98,291 - $127,000

Through our dedicated associates, Conduent delivers mission-critical services and solutions on behalf of Fortune 100 companies and over 500 governments - creating exceptional outcomes for our clients and the millions of people who count on them. You have an opportunity to personally thrive, make a difference and be part of a culture where individuality is noticed and valued every day.

Conduent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, gender identity, gender expression, sex/gender, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, use of a guide dog or service animal, military/veteran status, citizenship status, basis of genetic information, or any other group protected by law.

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