Wednesday, September 02, 2009

Agile Architect - (US-Anywhere in the USA)


Agile Architect - (US-Anywhere in the USA)

Minimum Education:
Bachelors
Job Type:
Full Time
Jobcode:
CJA20

Responsible for delivering agile test projects, increasing the use of test automation, supporting business development, and mentoring clients and team members

Minimum Qualifications:
7+ years of IT experience with 3+ years in a software quality assurance leadership role
Broad technical knowledge of N-tiered architectures, web technologies, and test tools
Demonstrable experience working on iterative projects or testing early-stage code
Understanding of one or more agile methods such as: XP, Scrum, TDD, BDD, Lean, Crystal
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills
Must be willing to travel


Preferred Qualifications:
BS in Computer Science or related field
5+ years in a technical capacity (e.g. programmer, white box tester, automation engineer)
Scripting skills in one or more languages such as: Ruby, Perl, Python, JavaScript, or VBscript
Understanding of one or more test frameworks such as: Fitnesse, Selenium, Watir, JUnit
Understanding of continuous integration tools such as: Cruise Control, Maven

Strong test estimation skills
Passion for continuous improvement
Prior experience working in an onsite/offshore model
Experience managing and leading teams
Experience with sales and pre-sales support
Experience in one or more of the following industry segments is desired (in order of preference):
Investment Banking
Financial Services
Banking & Consumer Credit

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter
Concepts In Staffing
9 East 37 Street
New York, NY 10016