Software Quality Assurance Apprentice

Job Summary: The competency-based apprenticeship will measure the apprentice’s successful demonstration of acquired skills and knowledge, as verified by the program sponsor. Requirements include apprentices complete an on-the-job training component and complete a related technical instruction component as outlined within the approved Standards of the Apprenticeship. The apprentice will assist the development team with creating new ways to visualize complex relationships in data stored in a SQL Server database. The apprentice will be expected to research possible approaches and develop prototypes for the team to review. Solutions must use HTML 5 technology and responsive design methods to improve accessibility for mobile users.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop competency with Geographic Solutions core systems and platforms
• Develop familiarity with the major Geographic Solutions product offerings
• Demonstrate familiarity and confidence in SCRUM practices
• Navigate company hierarchy and departmental functions
• Tests software to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects
• Achieve an understanding of Quality Methodology and process creation in an IT environment
• Learn the development of Test Cases and Test Scripts for the large software modules

Work Experience / Knowledge:

• Ability to demonstrate effective time management and reporting
• Understanding of Quality Methodology and process creation in an IT environment

Qualifications / Certifications:

• Minimum high school graduate; General Education Development (GED)
• Two-year college degree in information technology preferred

Special Requirements:

• Willing to work irregular hours as needed
• Willing to accept various projects and tasks as needed