Functional Tester

Overview

JOB TITLE:

Functional Tester

JOB CODE:

3551E

CAYUSE COMPANY:

Cayuse Civil Services

LOCATION

Sacramento, CA

SALARY:

$135,000-$162,000

EMPLOYEE TYPE:

Full-Time Salary Exempt

TRAVEL

No

RELOCATION

No

Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.

The Work

The Functional Tester will ensure the quality and reliability of enterprise-scale systems deployed across both on-premise and cloud platforms. The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing comprehensive testing, including functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT), to deliver robust and high-performing software applications.

This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Testing Execution: Perform functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT) to validate software systems across on-premise and cloud environments.
• Requirement Review & Test Design: Analyze technical and business requirements to develop detailed test cases, scripts, and testing data.
• Defect Management: Log, track, and manage defects utilizing tools such as DevOps, Application Lifecycle Management (ALM), and Jira to ensure resolution and continuous improvement.
• API and Workflow Validation: Validate APIs, batch processes, and transactional workflows to ensure seamless system operation and data integrity.
• UAT Support: Assist with UAT activities by preparing environments, coordinating test schedules, supporting execution, and resolving issues.
• Collaboration in SDLC: Actively participate in Agile, Hybrid, and Waterfall ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and testing retrospectives.
• Documentation: Create comprehensive testing documentation, including test plans, traceability matrices, and summary reports to support transparency and audit requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• 5+ years in software engineering or IT systems development.
• 5+ years performing functional testing on complex systems.
• 3+ years analyzing requirements to develop test cases and data.
• 3+ years executing test cases, documenting results, and managing defects using testing tools.
• 3+ years working in Agile, Hybrid, or Waterfall environments.
• 1+ year testing cloud/SaaS applications.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Technology.
• In lieu of a Master’s degree, at least nine (9) years of cumulative experience performing performance testing or performance engineering for large scale enterprise systems as defined above.
• 7+ years supporting enterprise application environments.
• 1+ year supporting large-scale enterprise benefits systems.
• 3+ years utilizing cloud and database platforms such as AWS S3, AWS RDS, MS SQL, or AWS EC2.
• Desired Certifications:
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• ISTQB Certified Tester Foundation Level 1

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Professional office environment, with the ability to work onsite in the main office.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.