Principal Quality Assurance Engineer

Updated on 5/1/2023

Locations

Remote • United States

Experience Level

Entry

Junior

Mid

Senior

Expert

Desired Skills

Node.js

Agile

AWS

Data Analysis

JavaScript

Jenkins

C/C++/C#

Git

HTML/CSS

Java

Management

PHP

Postman

REST APIs

Selenium

Snowflake

SQL

Python

Power BI

Quality Assurance (QA)

Requirements

Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (U.S. or foreign degree equivalent) plus three (3) years of progressively responsible, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or a related quality assurance engineering or quality assurance development role OR Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (U.S. or foreign degree equivalent) plus five (5) years of progressively responsible, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or a related quality assurance engineering or quality assurance development role
Three (3) years with a Master's degree OR five (5) years of experience with a Bachelor's degree with: designing automation strategy and evaluating automation tools that drive innovation and methods into projects which simulates business cases or stories; utilizing software engineering practices for the full software development life cycle, Agile Methodology, and Quality Assurance Best Practices; developing test strategy including test plan, test scenarios and test cases to ensure test coverage; information technology project management, quality assurance, quality control, as well as load and performance testing; utilizing Jenkins and Source Code Management tools such as GIT or GitHub; designing and creating automation framework for Web Application under Test using Selenium WebDriver with JBehave or CUCUMBER framework; and utilizing each of the following tools and technologies including: Selenium, Selenium WebDriver, Node.JS, Java, Java Script, CSS, WebServices, Microservices; defining volume requirements, debug test scripts, and performing load test using Jmeter by analyzing the live web traffic using New Relic; performing data analysis, data verification, and data validation of ETL (extract, transform, load) applications using backend and database testing; writing Transact SQL queries involving creation of Tables, Views, Stored Procedures, File groups, Partitions, performing inserts, updates, deletes using Joins, Sub queries, Cursors and adding constraints on the tables; manipulating data using SSIS and TSQL; writing complex stored procedures and TSQL code; performance tuning SQL Server and SSIS Packages; write efficient TSQL and ETL Code; utilizing API (application programming interface) system and application-level testing using Postman; and working with synthetic monitoring tools such as New Relic APM or Paper Trail tools
Must have three (3) years of experience required with: utilizing Single Sign On (SSO) using SAML 2.0, IDaaS, or OKTA integrations; and working with core AWS services and security practices. May work from home from any location in the United States or from any Dun & Bradstreet office in the U.S

Responsibilities

Design and deliver risk-based test plans for new and current features and functionalities of D&B applications and full stack development processes
Assess feature and project requirements to develop test strategy and QA deliverables to ensure end to end test coverage which includes gap analysis through SDLC
Oversee, build, and maintain knowledge repository of policies, procedures and standards ensuring delivery of high-quality features and functionality
Design and supervise the implementation of automation/manual test scripts which integrates engineering programming languages such as C, C++, Java, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Postman, Rest API, JMeter and SQL Server for full stack delivery of ensuring project features are validated for product delivery as part of QA test plan strategy
Lead the anomaly detection framework for automation by identifying test failures in the automation scripts and/or application code for feature readiness for all environments during acceptance testing
Lead the accuracy and identification of the source of discrepancies between expected/actual test results and analyze the impact of any design changes
Design and implement big data driven testing and validation strategies advancing new and regression transactional test utilizing Snowflake, SQL, platforms, and/or Python code
Analyze, validate, and visualize data warehouse technical architecture, infrastructure components, ETL (Extract, Transfer & Load Data) and reporting/BI (Business Intelligence) to test data supply chain using tools like Power BI and data views
Partner with the Data Engineering and Data Site Reliability platform teams to develop feature specific automated test cases ensuring the data accuracy
Define strategy and plan the roadmap for automation and framework to achieve higher testing throughput, increased accessibility, and test execution flexibility
Analyze and decompose complicated software system, design testing strategy to drive high quality feature delivery to targeted release and increase regression coverage through automation
Lead the QA function completeness for change management production readiness
Mentor, coach, and train QA engineers regarding execution of automated scripts and error research
Ensuring 99.99% customer facing application stability
Take ownership of team success and customer outcomes
Ensure deliverables are being worked upon to satisfy the project requirements and schedule which include co-ordinate and track with the offshore team on the various test activities and provide guidance
May work from home from any location in the United States or from any Dun & Bradstreet office in the U.S

Why We Work at Dun & Bradstreet

Dun & Bradstreet unlocks the power of data through analytics, creating a better tomorrow. Each day, we are finding new ways to strengthen our award-winning culture and accelerate creativity, innovation and growth. Our 6,000+ global team members are passionate about what we do. We are dedicated to helping clients turn uncertainty into confidence, risk into opportunity and potential into prosperity. Bold and diverse thinkers are always welcome. Come join us!

Life here at Dun & Bradstreet is changing – for the better. With almost two centuries of experience and a new modern vibe, work at D&B has never been more exhilarating.

Our purpose is to grow the most valuable relationships in business by uncovering truth and meaning from data. We’re wildly passionate about our purpose, and it has us evolving everything we do - from how we engage with our customers to how we energize one another. And you’ll feel that energy in our hallways and product labs, client meetings and whiteboard sessions, hashtags and annual reports.

So if you thrive in a fluid, agile culture but want the solidity of a storied and commanding brand, come join us!

Principal Quality Assurance Engineer Responsibilities

Design and deliver risk-based test plans for new and current features and functionalities of D&B applications and full stack development processes.
Assess feature and project requirements to develop test strategy and QA deliverables to ensure end to end test coverage which includes gap analysis through SDLC.
Oversee, build, and maintain knowledge repository of policies, procedures and standards ensuring delivery of high-quality features and functionality.
Design and supervise the implementation of automation/manual test scripts which integrates engineering programming languages such as C, C++, Java, PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Postman, Rest API, JMeter and SQL Server for full stack delivery of ensuring project features are validated for product delivery as part of QA test plan strategy.
Lead the anomaly detection framework for automation by identifying test failures in the automation scripts and/or application code for feature readiness for all environments during acceptance testing.
Lead the accuracy and identification of the source of discrepancies between expected/actual test results and analyze the impact of any design changes.
Design and implement big data driven testing and validation strategies advancing new and regression transactional test utilizing Snowflake, SQL, platforms, and/or Python code.
Analyze, validate, and visualize data warehouse technical architecture, infrastructure components, ETL (Extract, Transfer & Load Data) and reporting/BI (Business Intelligence) to test data supply chain using tools like Power BI and data views.
Partner with the Data Engineering and Data Site Reliability platform teams to develop feature specific automated test cases ensuring the data accuracy.
Define strategy and plan the roadmap for automation and framework to achieve higher testing throughput, increased accessibility, and test execution flexibility.
Analyze and decompose complicated software system, design testing strategy to drive high quality feature delivery to targeted release and increase regression coverage through automation.
Lead the QA function completeness for change management production readiness.
Mentor, coach, and train QA engineers regarding execution of automated scripts and error research.
Ensuring 99.99% customer facing application stability.
Take ownership of team success and customer outcomes.
Ensure deliverables are being worked upon to satisfy the project requirements and schedule which include co-ordinate and track with the offshore team on the various test activities and provide guidance.
May work from home from any location in the United States or from any Dun & Bradstreet office in the U.S.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (U.S. or foreign degree equivalent) plus three (3) years of progressively responsible, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or a related quality assurance engineering or quality assurance development role OR Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (U.S. or foreign degree equivalent) plus five (5) years of progressively responsible, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or a related quality assurance engineering or quality assurance development role.
Three (3) years with a Master’s degree OR five (5) years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree with: designing automation strategy and evaluating automation tools that drive innovation and methods into projects which simulates business cases or stories; utilizing software engineering practices for the full software development life cycle, Agile Methodology, and Quality Assurance Best Practices; developing test strategy including test plan, test scenarios and test cases to ensure test coverage; information technology project management, quality assurance, quality control, as well as load and performance testing; utilizing Jenkins and Source Code Management tools such as GIT or GitHub; designing and creating automation framework for Web Application under Test using Selenium WebDriver with JBehave or CUCUMBER framework; and utilizing each of the following tools and technologies including: Selenium, Selenium WebDriver, Node.JS, Java, Java Script, CSS, WebServices, Microservices; defining volume requirements, debug test scripts, and performing load test using Jmeter by analyzing the live web traffic using New Relic; performing data analysis, data verification, and data validation of ETL (extract, transform, load) applications using backend and database testing; writing Transact SQL queries involving creation of Tables, Views, Stored Procedures, File groups, Partitions, performing inserts, updates, deletes using Joins, Sub queries, Cursors and adding constraints on the tables; manipulating data using SSIS and TSQL; writing complex stored procedures and TSQL code; performance tuning SQL Server and SSIS Packages; write efficient TSQL and ETL Code; utilizing API (application programming interface) system and application-level testing using Postman; and working with synthetic monitoring tools such as New Relic APM or Paper Trail tools.
Must have three (3) years of experience required with: utilizing Single Sign On (SSO) using SAML 2.0, IDaaS, or OKTA integrations; and working with core AWS services and security practices. May work from home from any location in the United States or from any Dun & Bradstreet office in the U.S.

At D&B we value the diversity of perspectives that result from a variety of life experiences: ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, genders, and other factors. Ours is a winning culture where we work together as a team with a clear focus on common goals and where team members are able to grow, develop and contribute to their fullest. Since 1841, we’ve given companies the insight they need to realize their potential... and we can do the same for your career.

As an industry leader, we offer world-class compensation and an exceptional benefits package. As well, you will enjoy an environment that recognizes and rewards your accomplishments.

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Benefits We Offer

· Generous paid time off in your first year, increasing with tenure.

· Up to 16 weeks 100% paid parental leave after one year of employment.

· Paid sick time to care for yourself or family members.

· Education assistance and extensive training resources.

· Do Good Program: Paid volunteer days & donation matching.

· Competitive 401k & Employee Stock Purchase Plan with company matching.

· Health & wellness benefits, including discounted Gympass membership rates.

· Medical, dental & vision insurance for you, spouse/partner & dependents.

· Learn more about our benefits: http://bit.ly/41Yyc3d.

Pay Transparency

Dun & Bradstreet is an equal employment opportunity employer and believes in honesty and transparency in the employment hiring process, including pay transparency. Accordingly, listed on this posting is a good faith reasonable estimate of the salary range and other compensation in the job posting, as of the date of this posting. Actual compensation decisions for base salary and other compensation will be dependent upon a wide range of factors including but not limited to: an individual’s skill sets, experience, qualification, training, education, location, and any other legally permissible factors. Successful applicants will also be eligible for D&B’s generous benefit package, outlined above.

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Company Overview

Dun & Bradstreet seeks to create a global network of trust enabling clients to turn uncertainty into confidence, risk into opportunity, and potential into prosperity. The company is building on its world-class data and analytics—Dun & Bradstreet Data Cloud—to deliver more data and deeper insights.

Benefits

Medical and Prescription Drug: Comprehensive coverage through a choice of a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) plan and Consumer Directed Health Plan (CDHP). The CDHP plan has a Health Savings Account (HSA) option. D&B contributes to the HSA each year.
Dental: Insurance including preventive care, basic care, major care and orthodontia
Vision: Coverage for routine eye exams and prescription lenses, frames and contact lenses
Health Care Accounts: Set aside before-tax dollars to pay for eligible health care expenses. You can choose a Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
Life Insurance: Company paid life insurance, as well as additional coverage including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse or Domestic Partner, and Child
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance: Benefit that provides a payment if you suffer an accident that is fatal or dismembering
Business Travel Accident Insurance: Benefit that provides a payment if you are injured or die as a result of an accident while traveling on Company-approved business
Short-Term Disability (STD): Company provided benefit that offers you income protection for absence due to nonwork-related injury or illness
Long-Term Disability (LTD): Coverage that picks up when your STD ends. It provides income protection if you become totally disabled and are unable to work after 180 days of continuous disability.
Critical Illness Insurance: Insurance that is intended to supplement your medical and disability coverage. It provides a lump-sum benefit in the event you (or a covered family member) are diagnosed with a covered condition, such as cancer, heart attack, and more
Hospital Indemnity Insurance: Provides a lump-sum benefit to help you pay for costs in the event you (or a covered family member) are hospitalized.
Accident Insurance: Provides a lump-sum benefit to help you (or a covered family member) pay for costs for a covered injury and related services
401(k) Plan: Retirement plan into which you can make before-tax, Roth and after-tax contributions; company match is available along with a wide range of investment options
Personalized Planning & Advice (PP&A): Assistance with 401(k) investment decisions and financial wellness
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Set aside before-tax dollars to use towards eligible dependent child or adult care services
Legal Insurance Plan: Insurance plan that provides you with prepaid legal services to help you address a wide range of legal matters (i.e. home purchase, will creation, small claims court, dispute with a home contractor, and much more)
Home and Auto Insurance: Special group rates and discounts on protection of your home, car and other personal property
Commuter Benefit: Pay for your commuting expenses through before-tax payroll deductions
Pet Insurance: Plan that reimburses you for expenses incurred for covered services
Vacation days: 20 days and you are eligible to earn more based on your years of service
Holidays: 9 paid days that coincide with the national holidays when our US offices are closed, plus one floating holiday of your choice
Volunteer Days: Two days per year to volunteer
Unsick Day: One paid day off to visit the doctor when you are not sick
Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave: Up to 16 weeks of paid leave for the primary caregiver, and up to 2 weeks of paid leave for the secondary caregiver
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support, including access a network of professional counselors, and referrals on resources for everyday needs
Adoption Assistance: Reimbursement for eligible expenses related to adopting a child
Education Assistance: Provides financial assistance for outside education to enable team members to achieve greater results in their current position and/or to prepare team members for future assignments within Dun & Bradstreet

Company Core Values

Data-Inspired - We’re passionate about the power of data. It’s at the heart of everything we do.
Relentlessly Curious - We embrace the change in the world around us. We know it brings new problems to solve, new things to learn and new ways to grow.
Inherently Generous - We succeed by helping others succeed. We openly share our time and talent, and we confidently welcome the help of others.