About

About us:  

Gen3 Technology Consulting is an SBA-certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) providing a diverse set of technology services and solutions to federal, state, and commercial clients. Founded in 2017, Gen3 leverages over 25 years of information technology management and leadership experience to help our clients define, plan, manage, and achieve their strategic vision while protecting their critical IT assets. We attract and retain the highest caliber of talent by supporting an inclusive work environment, cultivating growth and leadership both professionally and personally, and encouraging work-life balance. We strive to make it our priority to be compassionate, family-friendly, respectful, and flexible.    

About the role:  

The QA Analyst/Performance Engineer will conduct automated and manual tests to ensure software performs adequately and meets the user requirements. QC Tester will understand the overall organizational landscape and technology and will plan, construct, and execute product tests, system tests, unit tests, load tests, volume tests, penetration and network tests. Experience in LoadRunner scripting with protocols like Http, HTML, Webservices, True client. Exposure and experience in other popular performance tools such as Visual Studios, Webload, etc. Solid understanding of C language  including data structures, collections framework and multithreading. 

Location: Remote  

Project Duration: 2.5 years, with potential for extension 

What you'll do: 

• Expertise in design, development, and creation of test plans and supporting test cases for computer systems and business applications based on business and functional requirements 

• Design test approaches and manage the end-to-end quality life cycle of DIIT projects  

• Design and develop automated scripts using LoadRunner based on business use cases for the application 

• Design scenarios in LoadRunner to evaluate the performance of the application 

• Execute various types of performance tests such as load, stress, volume, and endurance tests 

• Validate fail-over/recovery scenario and measure any impact to response times and interruptions during execution of these scenarios 

What you'll need: 

• Experience: 5+ years in software quality assurance and performance engineering  

• Technologies: C, C#, Java, LoadRunner Http, HTML, Webservices, True client, Visual Studios, Webload, App Dynamics, Splunk, SOAP UI / Rest client, Microsoft Test Manager /Microsoft Coded UI or other testing suites  

• Strong understanding of testing methodologies for enterprise web applications 

• Hands-on experience with test automation tools and performance testing tools (e.g., LoadRunner) 

• Experience in accessibility testing and tools 

• Familiarity with test case management and bug tracking systems 

• Knowledge of WCAG 2.1 AA compliance standards and usability best practices 

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills 

• Experience working with New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) or other municipal agencies is a plus 

Certifications: ISTQB or CSTE certification, Advanced certification in LoadRunner from HP/MicroFocus  

What's In It for You (full-time Gen3 employees):

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental benefits.
• Generous PTO and 11 days of paid Federal Holidays.
• $3k annual tuition reimbursement.
• 401(k) with a matching plan.
• Pet insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance.

Employment Eligibility: Eligible to work for any employer in the United States without requiring sponsorship. Most of our positions require a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder for consideration. Certain positions require at least three (3) of the past five (5) years of residence in the United States.

Other Requirements:

• A minimum of three (3) out of the past five (5) years of residency in the United States is mandatory.
• Candidates must possess either an active green card or citizenship.
• Prospective employees offered a position must have work authorization that does not necessitate employer-sponsored visa sponsorship, both presently and in the future.
• Those selected for this role may undergo a government security investigation and must meet the eligibility criteria for accessing classified information or be eligible for security clearances.
• Location: Gen3 is currently focusing its hiring efforts in these states: Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, DC, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, North Carolina, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

Veteran and HubZone-friendly employer.

E-Verify Employer. EOE Statement: Gen3 is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to all federal regulations and ensure that our hiring practices are based solely on merit. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Accommodation: Please contact the recruiting team at recruiting@gen3technology.com if you would like to request a reasonable accommodation during the application or interviewing process.