Location: Washington, D.C.

On a day to day basis the Jr. Load Testing Specialist will execute performance testing; measure performance of applications; set up tests and monitor to measure transaction performance time, and interpret results. This individual will develop LoadRunner scripts and execute performance tests (load, stress) and analyze the resulting data. This individual will also train and mentor other testers.

To be qualified for this position, this individual will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and 1-2 years of experience in a performance tester role. He or she must have tested in J2EE and Web 2.0 environments. He or she also must have knowledge of networks, network architecture (firewall, internet, content switches), web applications, http servers/app servers, J2EE, XML, and WSDL.

The Load Testing Specialist (LTS) will spend most of their time collaborating with Developers, Analyst, Business Users, and QA Testers to develop automated test scenarios. Requirements for the position are listed below.

• Experience using Mercury LoadRunner to script applications in enterprise environment or C/C++ programming to customize scripts
• Create, debug, customize, and execute scripts
• Analyze results and create load test summary reports describing tests executed and recommendations

Minimum Education Required: Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Desired Experience:

• 1-2 years of relevant work experience performing load testing
• Outstanding analytical skills
• Ability to analyze complex situations, learn quickly, and synthesize corresponding solutions, options and action plans
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), mediation (conflict resolution) and facilitation skills
• Ability to communicate complex ideas in clear, succinct terms
• Self starter; demonstrates personal initiative and willingly assumes responsibility and ownership
• Must show enthusiasm, initiative, pride in work

Minimum Skills Required:

Knowledgeable and has an understanding of the following:

• C or C++ programming
• SQL query development
• Prior experience conducting load testing or recent college graduate with a Computer Science degree

Other Required Skills:

• Performance Testing Skills
• LoadRunner

Ideal Candidate Possesses These Talents, Skills, Education:

• Team player
• Outgoing and easily adapts to new environment and ideas
• Time management is a must!

To apply for open positions with Sevatec, Inc., please click here for an application form. You can also e-mail your resume and cover letter to ngulati@sevatec.com and reference the job title in the subject line of your e-mail. In your cover letter, please indicate how your qualifications match the requirements of the position for which you are applying. We can also be contacted by fax at (703) 373-0999.