Software Test Engineer 3 WinSE, Networking, Kernel Debugging Automation Framework, WTT, C/C++/C#, Java, CScript/VBScript Testing/Project Management Skills PAY RATE: $23-27/HOUR Volt Workforce Solutions has a long-term temporary position available in Redmond, WA for a Tier Three Software Test Engineer to work as part of a team. Duties and Responsibilities: The Software Test Engineer: Guides and works closely with other Software Test Engineers in reproducing and resolving issues encountered during test execution. Writes Test Specifications, Test Cases and Automation Scripts. Executes all testing issues and other tasks necessary to complete and ship a World Class product. Runs automated test tools; compiles and reports results. Performs a detailed analysis of test results, and updates Test Cases/Scripts accordingly. Determines the component module that is most likely to be the Root Cause of a given problem, based upon detailed analysis of test runs. Sets up complex Hardware Configurations, Network Technologies, Operating Systems and Applications. Provides some bug prevention and/or proactive testing through Product Specification reviews. Performs repeatable testing procedures and processes, with excellent opportunity to demonstrate ad-hoc testing skills. Evaluates and reports test results. Improves test quality and effectiveness. Uses automation tools to fix problems. Provides assistance to others as needed on projects. This is an estimated one-year PLUS contingent / temporary position in Redmond, WA, through Volt Workforce Solutions, based in Raleigh, NC. We are among the largest staffing companies in the US for contingent/temporary and direct hire placements and support most of the top rated companies in the US. Requirements: Required Skills for this Software Test Engineer 3 position include the following: At least five (5) years of experience in Test with 2+ years of experience in WinSE-related areas Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, and/or a related technical field required; Master's degree preferred and may substitute for up to two (2) years of related experience Must have Networking experience/savvy Kernel Debugging experience Experience working with Automation Framework WTT skills Knowledge of Programming languages and Debugging techniques required Ability to write and read at least one high-level Programming language; e.g. C, C++, C#, Java, CScript, VBScript Experience working with Microsoft product through development cycle. Demonstrated: Independence in testing Production Code and providing high-quality product feedback Investigative and problem-solving skills Superior Testing and Project Management skills Ability to: Report quality bugs Use good judgment Define and use common terms and concepts for at least one Operating System and environment Knowledge of Industry Testing standards, Development Methods, and Conventions Working knowledge of Personal Computer Hardware and Peripherals, Operating Systems, Applications and other software Excellent written English communication skills How to Apply: Please email your resume to Volt at: resumeNC304083@volt.com and reference the following job number and job title in your subject line to ensure it gets routed to the correct Recruiter to readily discuss this job with you: 304083-9347-18-307169 - Software Test Engineer 3 - WinSE, Networking, Kernel Debugging and include the website name where you saw this posting listed. Our Recruiter will initiate a phone call to you and give you immediate consideration should your resume meet the job requirements. Please rest assured that if your resume matches what is reflected in this job posting, you should receive a phone call from a Volt Recruiter to discuss this position with you. To help Volt stay in touch with you and other great Testers in the Northwest, we have created a specialized portal for you at: http://www.volt.com/nwtestingjobs / You can also follow us on Twitter at: http://www.twitter.com/NWTestJobs You can join us on any of our Volt.com Landing Pages! Start here: http://volt.com/social Volt has a talented and optimistic staffing team focused on the quality of your career. Volt has over 60 years of staffing experience. We work with many of the Fortune 500 and 1000 companies to provide workforce solutions. We offer many direct hire full-time positions as well as many contingent/temporary positions. We offer our Workers competitive pay and benefits, as well as educational programs and re-deployment assistance. Volt is a publicly owned Corporation with shares trading on the over-the-counter market: http://www.otcmarkets.com under the trading symbol "VISI". To learn more about Volt, please visit: http://www.volt.com and to see more of our job postings, please visit: http://jobs.volt.com Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Location: Redmond, WA Type: CONTRACT Duration: 365+ Days Pay Rate: 23.00 - 27.00 Hourly DOE Contact: Recruitment Delivery Center 3733 National Dr., Ste. 100 Raleigh, NC 27612 PH: 919/782-7440 FX: 919/782-5549 Keywords: Quality Assurance