QA Engineer Automated 3

Solicitation Reference Number 302CSD2423 Customer Name Office of the Attorney General of Texas Category Quality Assurance (QA) and Testing Customer Entity Name ttorney General, Office of the Title QA Engineer Automated Level QA Engineer Automated 3 Estimated Hours 920 Number of Positions 1 of Resumes Allowed 1 Full/Part Time Full Time IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDER DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES IT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC) RFO DIR-CPO-TMP-445 Solicitation Reference Number: 302CSD2423 Working Title: QA Engineer Automated Title/Level:

QA Engineer Automated 3 Category: Quality Assurance (QA) and Testing Full Time I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES Office of the Attorney General of Texas requires the services of 1 QA Engineer Automated 3 , hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of QA Engineer Automated 3, Quality Assurance (QA) and Testing and the specifications outlined in this document for the Office of the Attorney General of Texas . ll work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the Office of the Attorney General of Texas and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law.

Office of the Attorney General of Texas will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s). The OAG is seeking talented individuals to help revolutionize the way our Child Support Division manages workflows and delivers value. The ideal candidate will help with the development of software solutions for our Document Generation project by working new and existing testing efforts, investigating problem areas, conferring with users, and determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programming. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a project that will shape the future of our agency systems.

Responsibilities: Collaborate with software developers and cross-functional teams to understand application requirements and develop comprehensive test plans and strategies. Design and execute test cases, scripts, and procedures to thoroughly evaluate application functionality, performance, usability, and security. Conduct system and integration testing to identify defects, troubleshoot issues, and ensure seamless operation across various platforms.

Document test results, track defects, and work closely with development teams to facilitate timely resolution and retesting. Participate in the design and implementation of manual and automated testing frameworks, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency and test coverage. Stay updated with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and testing methodologies, and actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

The job description and requirements are general in nature and may be subject to change based on the specific needs and requirements of the organization and project. II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.

Years Required/Preferred Experience 8 Required Proven experience in software testing, preferably within an application development environment. 8 Required Strong knowledge of software testing principles, methodologies, and tools. 8 Required Solid understanding of system architecture, databases, and operating systems. 8 Required Proficiency in using testing tools, such as Selenium, VuGen, JUnit, or similar frameworks. 8 Required Excellent problem-solving skills, with a meticulous attention to detail. 8 Required Strong communication and collaboration abilities, with the capacity to work effectively in cross- functional teams. 8 Required Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment. 5 Required Experience with Agile development methodologies 4 Preferred Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. 4 Preferred Relevant work experience conducting performance testing. 1 Preferred Familiarity with Salesforce platform and Conga Composer. III. TERMS OF SERVICE Services are expected to start 03/25/2024 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2024 . Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 920 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Office of the Attorney General of Texas . Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM , excluding State holidays when the agency is closed. The primary work location(s) will be at OAG State Office located at 5500 E. Oltorf St, Austin, TX 78741.

Teleworking is currently allowed for this contract position with management approval. . Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Office of the Attorney General of Texas will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts. The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested.

Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Office of the Attorney General of Texas . V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS The candidate will be subject to a criminal background check that includes a DPS/FBI background check and fingerprinting