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Job Title: Software Quality Engineer

Confluence, Inc.
600 River Avenue
Pittsburgh 15212
Tel: 412-802-8632     
www.confluence.com

Confluence delivers a hosted platform of software and data service applications which automate fund administration for the asset management industry. Targeted at mutual, hedge and alternate fund management firms, its platform unifies data originating from disparate back office systems to deliver "system of record" performance measurement, analytics and reporting value. Over 60% of Mutual Fund world wide assets are managed by Confluence.


 
Job Description:
Confluence is the global investment management industry’s leading provider of automated data
management solutions. Confluence helps investment management companies gain unprecedented
control by automating the collection, creation, confirmation, and of delivery investment product
data. The Confluence Unity™ platform addresses a wide range of problems—from performance
measurement to customized reporting—for a full array of domestic and international products,
including mutual funds, and variable products, hedge funds, and alternative investments.
Purpose
A Software Quality Engineer at Confluence is responsible for participating in QA engineering teams
and contributing ideas to an evolving testing strategy. This person works under the direction of
the software development team through the entire product lifecycle – requirements, design, review
and coding, stabilization, beta, release, and service packs. The person in this position will work
directly with Project Management, Development, Design, Product Management, and Support. A
comprehensive understanding and background in software development and testing methodologies
are required. This position will report to the QA Team Lead.
Responsibilities
􀂃 Create and execute test plans
􀂃 Implement automated and manual test cases with a focus on validating complex
calculations, workflow (real world production use), performance, migration, and
memory/regression testing; review user documentation
􀂃 Participate in the development of QA strategies, schedules, and resource plans in
conjunction with Development and Project Management to ensure code coverage, product
quality, and scheduling accuracy
􀂃 Develop an in-depth, detailed understanding of the Financial Services industry in order to
test effectively and efficiently
􀂃 Other duties as assigned
Education and Work Experience
􀂃 Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science
􀂃 1-3 years in software quality engineering
􀂃 Good understanding and experience applying state-of-the-art software quality testing
strategies on Windows2000, Windows 2003 Server, and Windows XP
􀂃 Knowledge of Mutual Funds, Insurance or Financial Services is desirable.
􀂃 Proven automation skills and experience with some scripting language(s), Rational Robot,
Winrunner or a related tool.
􀂃 MSSQL and Oracle DBMS experience
􀂃 Knowledge of Crystal Reports a plus
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􀂃 Experience with XML, ASP.NET, Visual Basic, or C# a plus
􀂃 Exceptional communication, presentation, organizational and teamwork skills with strong
desire and ability to deliver results
􀂃 Ability to quantify the fundamental risks and problems associated with implementing
software development support processes and to assess, support, and implement process
and technology changes
􀂃 Excellent analytic, technical, and diagnostic skills.
􀂃 Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and quality
Confluence Technologies Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and offers employment
opportunities to all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age (40-70), national
origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability (except where physical or mental abilities are a
bona fide occupational requirement), veteran status, marital status, familial status, sexual
orientation, HIV-positive status, possession of the sickle cell trait, genetic characteristics, political
views, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.
To apply for this position, please send a cover letter (including job code) and resume.
 
Job Location(s):
Pittsburgh,PA,US
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