Job Title: Database Tester
Location: Minneapolis, MN
(Hybrid Model - Full Time)
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Database Tester to join our team in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in database testing and quality assurance, ensuring the integrity, performance, and reliability of our database systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for database applications.
- Perform data validation, integrity checks, and ensure data quality across various databases.
- Utilize SQL to write queries for testing and validating data.
- Conduct ETL testing to verify data extraction, transformation, and loading processes.
- Identify, document, and track defects using appropriate bug tracking tools.
- Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and project managers to understand requirements and provide insights on database structure and functionality.
- Conduct performance testing and tuning of database systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Automate repetitive testing tasks using scripting languages and test automation tools.
- Participate in regular meetings to report progress, provide updates, and discuss testing strategies.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Database Tester or in a similar QA role.
- Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with various DBMS (MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
- Familiarity with ETL processes and tools.
- Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., LoadRunner, JMeter).
- Knowledge of test automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell scripting).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with data modeling and database design concepts.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
- Relevant certifications in database testing or quality assurance (e.g., ISTQB) are a plus.
We can offer you:
- A highly competitive compensation and benefits package
- A multinational organization with 55 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
- Laptop and a mobile phone
- 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)
- Maternity & Paternity leave plans
- A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)
- Retirement savings plans
- A higher education certification policy
- Commuter benefits (varies by region)
- Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
- On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses
- Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups
- Cutting edge projects at the world s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
- A flat and approachable organization
- A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture
SYNECHRON S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law
