IBM Hiring for Entry Level Software Tester (Located in Stellarton, NS) at Bedford, NS Full Time

Introduction

At IBM, we know that transformation drives change, and it is in our DNA to continuously transform. Our Business Transformation Consultants help drive large scale change that spans IBM business units and geographies. As a part of this team, you will have the unique opportunity to be a part of driving IBM’s ongoing transformation as a company that continuously innovates and leads the market.

Your Role and Responsibilities

At IBM, we know technology. But technology is only as good as the results it delivers. Are you interested and adept in application development methodology and tools? The IBM Client Innovation Centre (CIC): Nova Scotia occupies a unique position in the IT marketplace – at the intersection of business and technology.

As a member of our team, you will help IBM clients solve some of their most challenging business problems, capitalize on market opportunities and achieve real value in today’s tough economy.

We’re looking for passionate, original thinkers who want to drive progress, grow their network, and further their careers. If you see yourself as someone who never stops learning, who believes no problem is too big to solve, and who wants to unleash their potential, a Business Consultant role is for you.

Candidates must:
Have graduated no earlier than 2020, and will be graduated before the February 14th start date

Live near Stellarton, NS in order to work on site up to 50 – 75% of the time

Be willing to work in the lab in Stellarton for at least 9 months

After the Stellarton lab is complete your permanent position will be based out of the IBM Bedford office

Have an Associate’s Degree, College Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, or Master’s Degree by date of employment

Exception: This program does not accept MBA or PhD candidates/graduates

Have no more than 2 years of full-time professional related work experience

Be eligible to work in Canada without current or future needs for visa sponsorship

Quality Assurance Software Testing:
Software Testers work closely with our development teams on to ensure the functionality of what’s been created and to ensure it aligns with the client specifications, they may also be connecting with the client to ensure functional specifications are being implemented through technical requirements.

Learn more about the iGNITE Quality Assurance Software Testing practice here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5B-7Qxxt2DU

iGNITE Tester Roles & Responsibilities:
You will track defects by identifying any bugs in the software and problem solve to make sure it is resolved successfully

You will cross reference data by looking at databases & repository to evaluate and understand user interface documents

You will translate business requirements into manual or automated test scripts

You will program and script manual tests to run in an automated setting

You’ll work in an Agile, collaborative environment to understand requirements, design, code and test innovative applications, and support those applications for our highly valued customers.

You’ll enable continuous deployment and availability by designing, developing and creating automated frameworks, processes and test cases based on functional and end-user requirements.

You’ll build and manage testing environments, assisting in debugging application issues.

You will complete the ISTQB testing training and exam certification during your first year at IBM: https://www.istqb.org/

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

You have the ability to work in an Agile, collaborative environment to understand requirements, design, code and test innovative applications, and support those applications for our highly valued customers

You are great at solving problems, debugging, troubleshooting, designing and implementing solutions to complex technical issues

You have experience using a diverse set of technical tools such as coding, scripting and using databases

You have SAP experience or a general understanding of SAP

You have proven analytical skills through data modeling, SQL, system design, etc.

You are eager to grow your knowledge, learn new skills, and have a positive attitude when working with your team and the client

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

You have software testing or Quality Assurance experience

You have previous experience working in the retail industry or working with retail clients

Must have the ability to work in Canada without sponsorship.

About Business Unit

IBM Consulting is IBM’s consulting and global professional services business, with market leading capabilities in business and technology transformation. With deep expertise in many industries, we offer strategy, experience, technology, and operations services to many of the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Our people are focused on accelerating our clients’ businesses through the power of collaboration. We believe in the power of technology responsibly used to help people, partners and the planet.

Your Life @ IBM

Are you craving to learn more? Prepared to solve some of the world’s most unique challenges? And ready to shape the future for millions of people? If so, then it’s time to join us, express your individuality, unleash your curiosity and discover new possibilities.

Every IBMer, and potential ones like yourself, has a voice, carves their own path, and uses their expertise to help co-create and add to our story. Together, we have the power to make meaningful change – to alter the fabric of our clients, of society and IBM itself, to create a truly positive impact and make the world work better for everyone.

It’s time to define your career.

About IBM

IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

Location Statement

This role will involve working with technology that is covered by Export Regulations sanctions. If you are a Foreign National from any of the following US sanctioned countries (Cuba, Iran, North Korea, and Syria) on a work permit, you are not eligible for employment in this position.

Being You @ IBM

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.