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Position: Sr. Engineer-16696
Date: March 17, 2010
 
Location: Illinois
 
Responsibilities/
Requirements:

NAVTEQ is the leading global provider of digital map, traffic and location data that enables navigation and location-based platforms globally.  We supply this comprehensive data to power automotive navigation systems, portable and wireless devices, Internet-based mapping/traffic applications and government and business solutions.  NAVTEQ data is the cornerstone of a myriad of location-based solutions that enhance mobile consumers’ access to location information. Helping our customers connect effectively to mobile consumers is an exciting, daily challenge at NAVTEQ.

 

Customers rely on NAVTEQ digital map information for use in their applications because of its accuracy, detail and completeness. And they rely on NAVTEQ as their trusted collaborator to help them get their location–based products to market as quickly and efficiently as possible.

 

We are currently looking for a Engineer – Req #16696 in Chicago, IL

 

Summary:

Navteq’s R&D organization has an immediate need for a Senior QA Engineer to work within the Navteq Test Team. This candidate will provide automated test capabilities as part the team responsible for quality assurance, and be able to provide hands-on testing as needed.  This is an excellent opportunity to work with an energetic and dedicated team that values the role Automated Testing plays in ensuring the success of the company. He/she will be familiar with development/testing best practices and will be required to test, analyze, and provide solutions to operational and performance problems.  The candidate will:

 

Responsibilities:

·         Have experience in software development life-cycle, including development activities

·         Have experience testing n-tier online services and/or applications using:

o   Black-Box / Glass Box methodologies

o   White Box methodologies

o   Load & stress / scalability analysis

·         Perform test coverage and gap analysis of test plans

·         Work with development to define and design software systems that are suited to automated testing.

·         Work with development to triage existing bugs and ensure that bugs, enhancements, and change requests follow the established lifecycle.

·         Manage lifecycle exceptions to minimize risk and address company needs.

·         Have excellent analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.

·         Have strong understanding of Software Quality Assurance policies and procedures.

 


 

Skills:

Requirements:

·         B.S./M.S. Degree in applicable field, preferably Computer Science, Engineering, or Information Technology or equivalent experience in applicable fields.

·         3 or more years software QA/Test Automation/Development experience

·         Ideally will have experience with Java Programming, UNIX scripting languages, or other relevant programming environments.

·         Experience writing test plans, detailed test cases, and other formal test documentation.

·         Experience in development or testing n-tiered online services.

·         Experience with commercial and open source test automation technologies such as Selenium, Load Runner, QuickTest Professional, and Virtual Lab Manager.

 

Experience with the following is a plus:

·         Java, C++, Oracle, PL/SQL, Linux, Ant

·         Rational suite of tools, esp test tools

 

This position is eligible for a Level 1 Employee Referral Award. 

The final award will be determined based on the actual level of the position that is hired.

 

NAVTEQ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V


 
Contact Name: HR
 
Contact E-mail: careers-corp14@navteq.com