Quality Consultant Jobs

Job Title: Senior Quality Assurance Consultant Company: Travelers Location: Hartford, CT Description: Committed.  Competitive.  Constructing our Future. That's Travelers.  We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States.  Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees.  You will find Travelers to be full of energy, and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.   Summary: Experienced Senior Quality Assurance Consultant assigned to plan and execute testing of applications of diverse size and complexity from QA delivery through release. Utilizes knowledge and practical experience in planning and completing assigned tasks in an efficient and timely manner, with little or no guidance. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: -Test Planning: Responsible for planning functional and system level testing of small to large and complex applications within the Risk Control organization to validate business and technical requirements are met. This includes but is not limited to creating estimates, writing test strategies, test plans and test cases, and following up to get them reviewed and approved by the project team and matrix partners. Also partners with business owners and application analysts to develop a thorough understanding of the application or process to be tested. -Test Execution: Responsible for test execution which includes test case execution, recording results and documenting defects. This also includes working with developers to reproduce problems and get them resolved in a timely and effective manner. -Improvement: Identifies improvement opportunities that reduce defects in production and increase efficiency and quality. -Communication: Establishes and maintains thorough and accurate documentation of work and communicates issues to QA leadership. Education/Work Experience: - 6+ years in Quality Assurance including hands on testing experience - Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related discipline - Experience with QA testing processes (QA test strategy, test plans, scripts, data strategies, etc.) - Excellent QA/System testing discipline, understanding various phases and types of testing - Experience with Mercury Quality Center test management tool or other comparable test management tools - Demonstrated ability to assess existing testing processes and make improvements to achieve efficiencies - Takes personal accountability for the results of the testing efforts produced by the organization - Possesses strong technical skills/aptitude that can be applied to understand system specifications and translate these into comprehensive test strategies and functional test cases/scripts - Ability to manage multiple streams of activity to achieve objectives - Collaborative, team-oriented, results driven - Experience with automated testing and automated testing tools (i.e. Quick Test Pro) preferred - Experience with SQL and .NET a plus - Experience with agile development a plus - Experience with Risk Control a plus Other Technical Knowledge: Quickly develops master level knowledge of the business that the assigned systems are supporting. Has full technical knowledge of all phases of applications systems analysis. Uses this understanding to develop appropriate and timely solutions to daily issues. Has conceptual knowledge of varying technologies and the ability to make decisions based on that knowledge.  Has thorough understanding of project staff roles and abilities Business Knowledge & Partnership: Creates an atmosphere where business partner's issues are dealt with professionally, and in a timely manner.  Suggests solutions that make sense and optimize the value of systems resources. Communicates openly and effectively in a manner consistent with the audience. Recognizes the importance of superior quality in providing a competitive edge.  Ensures that reports are precise, timely and accurate Problem Solving & Decision Making: Demonstrates sound analytical and diagnostic skills dealing with information that is available but must be further manipulated and with issues that are loosely defined. Once decisions are made, is able to follow and direct action to implement intended results. Breaks a problem down to manageable pieces and implements effective, timely solutions. Openly and directly confronts conflict until resolved.  Optimizes the use of all available resources. Team Orientation: Builds relationships with peers to achieve objectives.  Builds relationships with other departments to work as one team.  Builds relationships to secure necessary resources not under his/her personal control.  Balances team and individual responsibilities.  Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.  Gives and welcomes feedback.  Puts success of team above own interest. Leadership: Supports a distinct business unit or several smaller functions. Reviews results with next level manager for clarification and direction before proceeding. Maintains effective partnerships across the department.  Able to provide management with substantive input. Influences peers and project staff through an inclusive style and the recognition and acceptance of their abilities and knowledge. Planning and Project Management: Identifies project tasks that are most important and establishes a clear sense of priorities.  Anticipates and effectively responds to changes in workload and resources. Financial Awareness: Has input to the budget process, understands and is responsible for cost-effective expense control of assigned projects. Readjusts resources and/or staff to avoid delays and inefficiencies, and prevent failure to achieve results.  Responsible for important and confidential information. Human Resource Management: Demonstrates good interpersonal skills by displaying an understanding of the needs and perspective of others.  Demonstrates a capacity to recognize, value and respect differences across a diverse work force.  Responsible for the accurate, timely assessment of  the skills and contributions of assigned project staff.  Responsible for transferring technical skills/business knowledge to others NOTE: Job descriptions are not intended to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job, but are intended to accurately reflect principal job elements. Any reference to The Travelers Companies, Inc. does not in any way imply The Travelers Companies, Inc. will be the employer of any individual obtaining employment within The Travelers Companies, Inc.

Job Title: Bi-lingual Spanish/English QA Consultant Company: Garrison Associates Location: Jersey City, NJ Description: A premier International Bank in Jersey City is seeking a minimum 1 year Bi-lingual Spanish/English QA consultant: Experience Application Tester with excellent verbal and written communication skills, write test cases and develop detailed plans, coordinate defects management with users, familiar with SDLC Testing Methodology for Unit Testing, Systems Integration Testing and User Acceptance Testing. Knowledge of Data Warehouse concepts, Financial Experience, Commercial Banking exp plus. Must be able to write SQL Queries(preferably DB2), some Unix and Informatica skills desired. MUST HAVE excellent command over written and spoken Spanish to coordinate testing activities with Latin American business units.

Job Title: Senior Consultant / QA Engineer Company: EnGenius Consulting Group Inc Location: Atlanta, GA Description: This position is requested in support of the Train Control System Upgrade TCSU) Initiative. As a Senior Consultant and QA Engineer, this role will assist and be part of the team representing QA and Configuration Management department for TCSU Program. The Senior Consultant will be responsible for day-to-day activities on the project providing expertise on the Train Control System QA/Testing aspects. Responsibilities will include:* Provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) from the QA and Configuration Management department* Work as a lead from the QA and Configuration Management group* Review and provide feedback on Program deliverables from GEC and sub-vendors and ensure Authority's needs are adequately specified.* Actively participate in requirements gathering activities* Actively participate in the proposal evaluations process including assistance with detailed technical reviews, scores, vendor presentations etc per established processes to ensure client*s needs are met* Provide expertise on related systems projects being implemented in the authority* Act and work as a coordinator for all client*s stakeholders groups for the project* Provide industry experience to help guide and advise TCSU, and other related Rail and Systems Engineering projects* Participate in all team meetings as directed by the Project Manager(s)* Provide deliverables as may be asked of during the course of the project to meet needs.* Establish client*s specific acceptance criteria working with all applicable stakeholders* Actively participate in all project design, implementation, testing, cut-over, and transition activities as established in the project road map and per client*s QA/Testing processes.* Develop deliverables as needed during the course of the project to meet project needs.Successful implementation of Train Control Project to include:* SME/Lead from QA and Configuration Management department.* Review and provide feedback on Program deliverables from GEC and sub-vendors and ensure Authority's needs are adequately specified.* Actively participate in the proposal evaluations process including assistance with detailed technical reviews, scores, vendor presentations etc per established processes to ensure client's needs are met.* Provide expertise to the department on related systems projects being implemented.* Act and work as a coordinator from all client's stakeholders groups for the project.* Provide industry experience to help guide and advise TCSU and other related Rail and Systems Engineering projects.* Participate in all team meetings as directed by the Project Manager(s).* Deliverables as may be asked of during the course of the project to meet project needs.* Establish client*s specific acceptance criteria working with all applicable stakeholders.* Participate in all project design, implementation, testing, cut-over, and transition activities as established in the project road map and per client's QA/Testing processes.* Develop deliverables as needed during the course of the project to meet project needs. Primary Technical Skills Required:* Must have at least fifteen years of experience with a majority in the Train Control Systems and in a Transit environment.* Must understand engineering principles in the Transit environment and have a deep understanding of the components that make up critical systems.* Must have lead experience with projects that involve multiple stakeholders.* Public sector experience is highly desirable.* Must have strong verbal and written communication, and presentation skills.* Ability to work with vendors to develop program deliverables, ensure client needs are met.* Ability to multi-task per organizational priorities and meet milestones in a timely manner.* Be a productive member of the project teams and participate in all team responsibilities without sacrificing individual responsibilities - Bachelor's Degree, Suitable Work ExperienceThis is a 3-month contract position (Full-time W2, Corp-to-Corp, Subcontractor 1099 or Ind. Subcontractor 1099)enGenius Consulting Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M / F / V / D

Job Title: QA Consultant, SAS - System Design & Development Company: Time Warner Location: Atlanta, GA Description: Posting Job Title QA Consultant, SAS - System Design & Development TimeWarner Division Turner Broadcasting Industry Advertising Cable/Broadcast Television Networks Online Content/Services Location United States - Georgia - Atlanta Requisition # 116469BR Position Type Full Time Posting Job Description Qualifications: Minimum Work Experience - At least ten years in software development, business analysis, support, or related IT experience, with at least 5 years direct Senior QA experience - Demonstrated experience in the development of testing process and procedures - Demonstrate ability to read code that is generated from the various Programming Language used within SAS: .Net, Visual Basic, C, C++, Unix - Demonstrated ability to successfully perform the QA role across multiple, complex system implementations with custom and third-party applications - Advanced knowledge of Windows platforms - Demonstrated understanding of relational databases, data modeling, networking, and applications development - Knowledge of relational database management systems Desirable Requirements - Understanding of application programming - Functional experience in broadcasting/media - Experience with VSTS or similar tool - Working knowledge of network systems Advanced skills and experience with automated software tools such as ClearCase or VSS, Mercury Test Suite (WinRunner, LoadRunner, Quick Test Professional) Educational Requirements BS in Computer Science, MIS, business, or equivalent education/training/experience Competency Assessment - Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills with complex projects Duties: Overview The Quality Assurance Consultant provides technical guidance to the entire QA population as needed and partners with members of the QA team to ensure the quality of Turner Broadcasting's custom and packaged software applications in meeting customer needs. This is accomplished by providing guidance, leadership, and execution of quality assurance activities for technically complex, mission-critical, and/or high profile projects.. Provides input and guidance into the strategic direction of QA policies and procedures. Duties & Responsibilities - Analyze complex functional requirements, translate them into test cases, and prepare a detailed test plan utilizing knowledge of the functional application. Revise plans as necessary and communicate to project team. - Provide guidance on the creation and execution of the test plan, which includes application, system, load and stress testing, by following the steps in the test cases, navigating through the application, and recording defects. Coordinate with Application Analysts to conduct user acceptance testing. Recommend and develop exceptions to standard procedure as appropriate. - Work with project team to understand customer requirements and facilitate user acceptance testing with customers. Establish appropriate hardware and software environments for testing, monitoring customers as they test, and document the results. - Perform regression testing for defects found during initial testing. - Recommend, develop, and communicate quality assurance processes and procedures. - Perform post-implementation testing of production issues as required. Turner Broadcasting System, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Job Title: QA Consultant Company: TekReliance Inc. Location: Washington, DC Description: Complete Description:The QA Analyst will become fully familiar with all the functional requirements of all the applications and will be responsible for planning, managing and executing QA and QC plans for Client specific applications as well as other web based applications developed by the Client: - Fully understand the internal and external software processes - Design test plans, review functional requirement documentation and present test cases for project team review - Submit, regress, and verify defects Test database interactions at both the end-user and back-end levels - Work with development engineers to create scripts to facilitate ad hoc testing as well as provide valuable input on creating more sophisticated, cross-platform QA tools which will assist the manual test process - Experienced in performance and capacity testing - Be proactive and exercise flexibility and multi-tasking ability in a high stress environment.Required Skills:- Knowledge of QA and QC Methodologies- Highly proficient in a Windows/Unix/Linux environment- Experience with Agile and iterative development- Hands-on experience using Quality Center- Experience in Automating Test Scripts- Experience in Internet/Web related applications Testing- Knowledge of databases (Oracle, SQL)- Past Development experience- Knowledge of backend/black box testing- Client / Server based application testing- Dimensions Version 9.x and 10.x Knowledge- Scripting skills in at least one language (HTML, .net)- Performance and Capacity Testing- Hands-on experience using LoadRunnerPlease send me updated resume at Register to View

Job Title: Silver Creek Data Quality Consultant Company: Kforce Professional Staffing, Inc. Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: The Silver Creek Architect will provide support of the company's Data Quality (DQ) initiatives. Primary emphasis will be in the areas of Data Quality with a focus on ERP Integration and Master Data Management (MDM). The individual will be supporting new Data Quality initiatives while carrying out production support activities for the existing data quality integrations. Essential Functions: Implement data quality analysis and perform technical data quality management using Silver Creek Perform data profiling and quality analysis using Silver Creek software Act as a team lead in all phases of the project life cycle from requirements definition through implementation for assigned DQ projects Transform key business rules into a data quality solution that promotes a consistent and easy to use solution Support the Data Management Center of Excellence within the corporation in creation/maintenance of their business rules, data issues, performance issues, and connectivity/usage issues Maintain, enhance, design, develop, and implement changes to a comprehensive data quality environment Complete technical and functional tasks as assigned by the manager, which includes: requirements gathering, software design, and program development that deals with ERP and MDM integrations Interface with all levels of the organization and all departments throughout the business, including executives, business analysts, and operational and IT personnel Work closely with business users to understand and document their DQ requirements Work closely with application personnel from source systems and Database Administrators to design, validate, and approve the design of DQ solution from an end user requirements satisfaction perspective, and to validate and approve user interfaces and DQ process design Develop comprehensive documentation of requirements and design for each project assigned Provide ongoing support of systems assigned to the DQ team The skills, experience, and knowledge required to be considered for this position include (items are required unless noted otherwise): Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field 5+ years of Data Quality experience working with Silver Creek 2+ years of Master Data Management experience 1+ years of Informatica experience Knowledge as to how to install, configure, maintain, and support Silver Creek data quality software Experience in Silver Creek Data Profiling and Quality Tools Hands on experience in Informatica Ability to build projects, gather requirements, and build business rules Good of understand de-duplication, matching, and standardization techniques Knowledge of Silver Creek to Informatica connector is a plus Familiar with Sun Solaris and Windows platform Ability to perform administrative duties such as server patches, fixes, and upgrades Experience with Trillium data quality tool is a plus Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to focus on priorities, work on multiple tasks, and meet deadlines

Job Title: QUALITY CONSULTANT Company: Inova Health System Location: Falls Church, VA Description: ***Full time Quality Consultant - Inova Fairfax Hospital ***  We are seeking a full time Quality Consultant at Fairfax Hospital who: ·         Provides performance improvement consulting services to customers-Provides education on use of performance improvement tools and methods.-Effectively facilitates physician performance review/peer review activities as evidenced by indicator development for all supported physician groups, reappointment data provided for re-credentialing, manager and customer evaluation. ·         Provides Joint Commission and regulatory support -Leads and/or participates on committees, task forces relative to Joint Commission and regulatory compliance.-Serves as an educational resource and consultant to physicians, staff and management related to regulatory standards. ·         Provides facilitation support to teams and customers-Provides effective facilitation of PI Teams, safety teams, medical staff meetings, FMEA, and Quality Council.-Collaborates with medical staff, nursing/ancillary staff and organizational leadership in identifying complex quality and safety of care issues in order to develop action plans and outcome evaluations. ·         Uses appropriate tools and techniques to analyze and present data-Uses appropriate computer applications in data analysis and to facilitate data-based decision making.-Organizes, compiles and reports quality and safety data to staff, physicians and leadership to identify trends, establish priorities and recommend improvement activities.   Requirements: Quality improvement, patient safety and regulatory experience in a healthcare setting. Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in a healthcare setting with at least one year of quality improvement experience Effective interpersonal and relationship skills Effective verbal and written communication skills required Experience in managing large change projects involving process improvement and broad scale systems thinking Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite Working knowledge and understanding of basic statistical concepts Ability to travel between Inova facilities CPHQ Preferred Experience with healthcare quality improvement initiatives preferred    Education Requirements: Nursing or other clinical degreeMasters degree preferred

Job Title: Quality Assurance Consultant (Location open - USA) Company: UnitedHealth Group Location: Minnetonka, MN Description: UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.Ovations is part of the family of companies that make UnitedHealth Group one of the leaders across most major segments of the US health care system.   Imagine joining a group of professionals and clinicians who are working to improve health care for people over 50. Consider the influence you can have on the quality of care for millions of people. Now, enhance that success with enthusiasm you can really feel.   That's how it is at Ovations. Everyday, we're collaborating to improve the health and well being of the fastest growing segment of our nation's population. And we're doing it with an intense amount of dedication.   Quality Assurance Consultants  are responsible for working with health plans to ensure compliance with NCQA and MA Deeming standards, CMS and SNP Standard and Process Measures. Work on market-level quality improvement activities, quality improvement projects, and clinical quality initiatives, including physician engagement and partnerships with local health plans.   Provide ongoing oversight of health plan quality program and work plan.Collaborate with HEDIS Project Managers to determine annual HEDIS strategy.Conduct clinical quality audits of NCQA and SNP standards.Facilitate and support assigned quality committees.Reviews the work of others.Develops innovative approaches.Sought out as expert.Serves as a leader/ mentor.     Here, you will discover a culture that grows through challenge. That evolves by being flexible. That succeeds by staying true to our mission to make health care work effectively and efficiently for seniors. Put your best to work for us, and discover extraordinary opportunities for growth.   3+ years experience in the healthcare industry3+ Years experience with CMS/SNP federal healthcare regulations, HEDIS, JACHO and/or NCQA standards.Experience working with quality improvement activities and projectsMS Office skillsExcellent verbal and written communication, analytical, and problem solving skills Preferred qualifications include: Nursing, behavioral health or other clinical quality backgroundExperience working in a managed care environmentExperience bringing a health plan through NCQA accreditationBachelor' degree (Masters degree highly desired)   Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/VUnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace.  Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. In addition, employees in certain positions are subject to random drug testing.

Job Title: IT Quality Consultant Company: Hartford Financial Services Location: Hartford, CT Description: WHY JOIN THE HARTFORD?As a global leader in insurance, asset management and financial service products, we offer professionals every possibility for growth. And whether were helping customers or building careers, were experts at creating the kind of advantages that help people reach their goals.WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION?***This position is supporting Personal Lines and is located in Simsbury, CT**Consults/leads and provides expertise on medium to high complex project/assignments.Participates or provides leadership for multiple QA activities. Is self-managed to react to and provide support to both IT and business teams. Performs and assists with some QA testing, best practices, process improvements, and tool support.Responsibilities include, but may not be limited to the following:Solutions: Participates in or provides consulting, support and leadership to teams of system professionals in the use of The Hartfords quality assurance programs. These could include: best practices/methodologies, QA and end-to-end testing or tool selection, automation and use. Uses The Hartfords QA methodology to develop and deliver the best testing solution on projects or work assignments, ensuring quality and completeness of delivery. Knows when and how to escalate issues and problems to management to keep projects on track.Business Consulting: Consults and helps set direction with project team in the use of The Hartfords quality assurance programs and user acceptance testing. May be a quality spokesperson.Documentation: Creates and manages artifacts around QA process and delivery (such as test strategy, QA project plan and milestones). Provides input into metrics and SLAs (i.e., quality scorecard).Process Excellence: Champions process improvement activity. Adheres to process improvement standards for quality.Test Planning: Independently develops and maintains test strategy, the quality process in the test project plan, test plans, test environment, test cases, and test scripts. Coordinates and supports all phases of the development lifecycle. Closely coordinates with PM for all testing phases. Provides input into go-no-go decisions.Testing Tool Use: : Evaluates and identifies criteria under which automated testing should occur. Collaborates/coordinates with automation team in the design of the automation solution for a project or work item. Identifies opportunities to integrate testing tools into QA processes. Understands tools and techniques and can apply them to specific testing needs. Has common understanding of regression bed and is able to work with project teams to ensure quality of regression bed.Release Management: Collaborates with vendor partner on the QA implementation plan for scheduled releases. Contributes to the plan for release day: provides input into game plan and confirms vendors QA release sign-off.Post-Implementation Review: Contributes to post implementation reviews that ensure that business solutions were delivered. Drives post implementation root cause initiatives and process improvements.Vendor Management: Participates in identifying need for vendor resources (i.e., identifies the number and type of resources required, may conduct resource planning). Partner with on-site vendor coordinator to ensure offshore teams work gets completed on time/on budget. Participates in collecting performance metrics on SLAs. Represents HIGs interest. Knows when to escalate issues. Monitors deliverables in accordance with pre-defined SLAs.Change Control Management: Coordinate and monitor the implementation of the change.Coaching/Mentoring: Serves as a mentor and coach for both technical and business organizations. Acts as a QA process mentor and provides direction and knowledge transfer to testing teams of employees and vendor staff.

Job Title: Quality Assurance Consultant Company: INT Technologies Location: Portland, OR Description: INT Technologies is a full service Technology Consulting firm with offices located throughout the Western United States. We are currently accepting resumes for the position of Mid Level Quality Assurance Specialist. This is a long term Contract opportunity in Portland, Oregon. Candidates must be in the greater Portland area to be considered as an in person interview will be required. Candidates must be US Citizens or Permanent residents to be considered for this opportunity. Candidates represented by Agencies are not eligible for this opportunity. Details: The candidate would be assisting a QA Lead (located in Portland) on a large testing project. Will participate in planning the QA process and time line around assigned projects and attend business meetings/training in preparation of assigned projects. Will also review business requirements and create and document test plans, cases, and scripts. Will also execute test plans and scripts, Log and track test defects. Candidate will provide assistance in analyzing and resolving test defects and provide status of testing progress against project timeline and participate in the effort to organize, define and input testing scripts into Quality Center, and QTP. Will also assist with automation of manual test scripts using QTP. Minimum qualifications: 2 or more years experience with Mercury Quality Center 1 1 or more years experience with QTP1 or more years of SQL experience Please e-mail your resume directly to Register to View for immediate consideration.