Lowball job posting for the week 20080929
Our client is seeking a Senior Software Tester to write test cases, run them, and identify defects that escape Engineering. The ideal candidate will be familiar with the Agile development process; be comfortable in both Linux and Windows environments; understand basic UNIX shell scripting as well as be able to find meaningful bugs with remarkable proficiency.
The ideal candidate will have good knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle; solid experience in Quality Assurance processes, methodologies, and best practices; hands-on skills with test automation tools for functional, performance and load testing. The candidate must be able to learn quickly, work in a fast paced start-up environment, and have the ability to communicate well with development and non-technical personnel. Experience in an Agile development environment is also desirable.
Your responsibilities would include:
- Develop, execute, and maintain tests cases.
- Isolate, diagnose, and document issues found.
- Troubleshoot problems with application server environment.
- Work with business users, developers and product management to help define features.
- Work with Development and Product Management to define schedules.
- Provide structure, direction, and support for all project-related QA activities.
Experience Required:
- At least 4 years Software Testing, including test case development, execution, and issue documentation.
- Must be comfortable with Windows and Linux
Experience Desired:
- Proficiency in at least one scripting/programming language
* Location: Austin, TX - Downtown
* Compensation: $25/hr - $31/hr depending on experience
$40k for 4yrs experience, dual OS, "remarkably" proficent in finding bugs.
Hmmm... I think I'll pass.
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That is pretty crappy pay for an experienced QA tester, especially if they expect someone who can do scripting...
I haven't seen any QA resumes through the main contract houses (RHF, KForce, etc) for less than $60/hr. I doubt they're taking 50% off the top, but I guess they could be.
Actually 50% skim isn't uncommon these days, especially from the larger nationwide agencies. I've heard of some agencies skimming as much as 80% for some placements. If you can find an agency that is only taking 25-30% these days that is unusual.
80%? Ouch. I haven't contracted through an agency for 16 yrs, but they were only getting about 30% off me then.
Contracting in a soft market can be brutal. 30% used to be pretty standard, but some agencies get greedy and unfortunately there are some people out there that have been out of work for a long time, etc., who will take anything.