Role: Test Tool Expert

An expert in being a ‘test tool programmer’. This can be by means of special tools (performance test tools, automated test execution tools) or in a specific environment (interface testing, screen testing). He is highly experienced and fulfils a combination of executing and advisory roles in projects. He can also act as a team lead for test tool programmers. He helps the test tool consultant with the introduction of new tools.

Role Sets: Roles

Possible tasks

The tasks as executed by the test tool programmer
Support in creating automated test suite
Supporting the execution of the quick scan
Configuring test tools
Recruiting and assessing employees
Executing work distribution and progress monitoring
Development and maintenance of tool training
Teaching and coaching
Mediation for external training
Advising the test coordinator.

Required knowledge and competencies

Test-specific

Comprehensive knowledge of (the possibilities of) various tools for executing the test
Comprehensive knowledge of automation of the test process.

Automation

Comprehensive automation knowledge and experience
Knowledge of the architecture and tools for system development
Knowledge of hardware, software and data communication resources
Ample experience in structured programming (preferably in the programming language of the tool).

General

Good analytical power
Creativity and accuracy
The ability to learn using test tools quickly.