Black Knight is the premier provider of integrated technology, services, data and analytics that lenders and servicers look to first to help successfully manage the entire loan life cycle. Our deep understanding of regulatory and compliance issues complements the knowledge, technology and solutions we offer to help our clients achieve their business goals.Black Knight offers leading software systems; data and analytics offerings; and information solutions that facilitate and automate many of the business processes across the mortgage life cycle.
JOB FAMILY DESCRIPTION
Responsible for creating an end-to-end test plan; executing the plan and managing all activities in the plan to ensure that all the objectives are met and that the solution works as expected. Ensures the solution is tested in terms of functionality, performance, reliability, stability and compatibility with other legacy and/or external systems.
GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Review functional and design specifications to ensure full understanding of individual deliverables.
Backend database testing in Microsoft SQL environment including validating stored procedures, jobs and triggers.
Identify test requirements from specifications, map test case requirements and design test coverage plan.
Develop, document and maintain functional test cases and other test artifacts like the test data, data validation, harness scripts and automated scripts.
Execute and evaluate manual or automated test cases and report test results.
Hold and facilitate test plan/case reviews with cross-functional team members.
Identify any potential quality issues per defined process and escalate potential quality issues immediately to management.
Ensure that validated deliverables meet functional and design specifications and requirements.
Isolate, replicate, and report defects and verify defect fixes.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATIONAL GUIDELINES
Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of methods, tools, and technology used in software testing
Understanding of Object Oriented Programming (OOP) and application development principles (C#, C++)
Knowledge and use of quality management methods, tools, and technology used to create and support defect-free, application software that meets the needs of the client/business partner
Knowledge of the basic principles, processes, phases and roles of application development methodologies
Knowledge of primary database engines with a demonstrated ability to write complex queries to be used for data validation and troubleshooting
Skill in database testing in Microsoft SQL Server environments including designing and manipulating test data, validating stored procedures, jobs, triggers and replication
Knowledge of object-oriented development tools, techniques, and principles with expertise in at least one object-oriented language
Knowledge of functions, features, and components of existing and planned operating systems and applications
Skill in understanding and focusing on the clients' needs
Skill in analysis, solid decision-making and problem solving
Ability to work in an agile development environment where developers and testing personnel work closely together to ensure requirements are met or exceeded
Ability to deliver results under pressure
Ability to demonstrate interpersonal and teambuilding skills, working with technical and non-technical individuals
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, vendors and public
Performance Test Engineer I
Developing level role requiring basic skills with a moderate level of proficiency. Maintain a record of test progress and test results. Generally performs single-function tasks that tend to be of small to moderate size and scope. Works under close to moderate supervision with limited latitude for independent judgment. Consult with senior peers on non-complex projects to learn through experience. Typically requires up to three (3) years of demonstrated experience in a technical quality assurance role.
Black Knight is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, and protected veteran or military family status. Our employees' diversity is our strength, and when we embrace our differences, it makes us better and brighter. Black Knight's commitment to inclusion is at the core of who we are, and motivates us in how we do business each and every day.