Performance Testing Engineer III

For the past 11 years, eCollege has been improving educational delivery methods by providing enterprise eLearning solutions with innovative technology and high-touch services. eCollege provides an on demand, or Software as a Service (SaaS) learning platform to growing colleges, universities and educational institutions across the globe. eCollege has been recognized as a proven leader in the use of educational technology. Our Course Management System (CMS) was ranked first in customer satisfaction in 2007 in independent research conducted by the IMS Global Learning Consortium. According to leading IT researchers, more than 40% of all software will be deployed with on demand, or Software as a Service (SaaS) models by 2012. If you want to make a contribution to the future of learning and prefer an open-minded approach to work, join the eCollege team! As a Pearson company, eCollege offers competitive benefits in a challenging work environment, steeped in a supporting IT culture.Pearson Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/V/D. The Performance Testing Engineer III is responsible for performance and load testing developed products using Load Runner to ensure they meet design specifications and are within eCollege standards. This includes analyzing, testing, and resolving technical issues. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.'Performs performance and load tests on complex projects using technical specifications: plans, schedules and implements performance testing projects, defines performance test objectives, and writes Load Runner scripts. 'Performs database verification, SQL queries to verify and create data 'Formulates test plans including systems analysis, risk analysis, writing and plotting test strategies, and determines how to report test results and defects 'Performs API/Web Services testing; may also be required to write test harnesses using web services and SOAP technologies 'Investigates and resolves technical issues in the QA Environments and communicates issues with various departments 'Conducts research for testing purposes and develop an understanding of the marketing requirements for the product features being tested 'Provides training and mentoring to junior QA Engineers MANAGERIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Includes people, process or functions.This position has no managerial responsibilities QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma required, Bachelors degree in Computer Science preferred with three (3) to five (5) years end user web experience and five (5) years or more testing experience or equivalent education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 'Basic experience or knowledge required in: HTML; XML; Active Directory; Active Server Pages (ASP); JavaScript; Visual Basic 6.0, VB.NET; VB Script, Transact SQL; Database Concepts; Windows NT 4.0, 2K; Internet web browsers;'Basic knowledge in: Coding Fundamentals (variable declaration, program flow, functions, error handling, etc); 'Experience with; automated testing tools (HP LoadRunner and Quality Center), software development life-cycle and software development tools preferred;'Expert experience or knowledge required in the following; QA process, documentation, and testing;'eCollege/Industry knowledge preferred but not required;'Understanding internet and web server processes;'Strong PC skills including thorough knowledge of MS Project, MS Word, MS Excel, Visio'Ability to learn and actively seek new skills and knowledge to keep up with the changing technology field'Ability to think outside the box, adapt to circumstances, learn from co-workers, and share information and experiences 'Ability to be flexible and adapt to any given situation;'Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently;'Excellent customer service attitude, communication skills (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills;'Excellent organizational and time management skills;'Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;'Ability to make timely and sound decisions;'Detail oriented;'Ability to work independently and in a team based environment;'Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced environment;'Ability to work under pressure and in high stress situations;'Ability to be self motivated; CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS None required.PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.