Thursday, July 19, 2012

Mercury Payment Systems - QA Configuration Manager

Mercury Payment Systems is an integrated transaction processing company created to enhance point-of-sale systems by offering credit, debit, check, gift card and loyalty processing. Mercury’s integrated Internet protocol (IP) or dial-up processing solutions are fast, reliable and affordable. Retailers can leverage the reliability and enhanced efficiency of integrated payment processing to increase productivity and customer satisfaction. Mercury Payment Systems helps resellers increase their opportunities with reseller support and superior technology.

POSITION SUMMARY

The QA Configuration manager responsible for collaborating with multiple teams on configuration management, build and release activities. The primary development and build platform is Microsoft Windows Server 2008 with related technologies including .NET 4, IIS 7, Team Foundation Server, Visual Studio 2010, and SQL Server 2008. This position will provide guidance and implement Software Configuration management (SCM), source code branching, merging, and build strategies along with maintaining the tools and environments to help the teams deliver major software releases. 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Adhere to company policies as defined
  • Accept and complete assignment with open, cooperative, positive, and team oriented attitudes
  • Actively participate in team meetings and 1 on 1 communications
  • Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of applicable products and services as they evolve
  • Increase knowledge through internal resources, supervisors, fellow employee’s, company trainings, and trade publications
  • Responsible for the administration, maintenance and upgrade of configuration management tools.
  • Manage and control the source code repository.
  • Provide Configuration Management information and release to integration efforts.
  • Developing required scripts or code to automate and integrate chosen configuration management tools.
  • Plan, manage and control releases using an appropriate release management tool.
  • Monitor and control the baseline build functions, making changes and improvements as necessary.
  • Build the test, functional and operational baselines, as required.
  • Deliver base-lined software to the integration, test and deployment teams.
  • Install and configure applications in the deployment and test environment
  • Update baseline copies as configuration changes are made in development and testing
  • Track, control and report status of all software, and infrastructure changes to management
  • Researches and stays current on SCM issues and technologies.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

Education and Experience                 

Bachelors Degree/University Degree and/or Undergraduate Diploma in Engineering, Computer Science or Mathematics or equivalent experience 3-5 years Software Configuration Management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge  

Knowledge of 

• Technical Skills

  • Experience implementing SCM policies and procedures
  • Ability to implement, document and maintain CM scripts
  • Experience implementing CM best practices for agile development environment.
  • Hands-on experience assisting developers with development issues related to CM tool use (check in/out, branching, and Tagging)
  • Hands-on experience performing software builds and releases.
  • Ability to manage/track multiple configurations of a system under test (hardware & software)
  • Considerable knowledge of team Foundation Server (TFS) 2010
  • Considerable knowledge of Process Templates, SharePoint administration, Reporting, Build Definitions, IIS7 administration and application deployment.
  • Considerable knowledge of SQL Server / T-SQL
  • Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodology a plus
  • Skill in resolving basic hardware/software problems or malfunctions
  • Skill in solid decision-making and problem solving skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Ability to work cooperatively with technical and business personnel in a joint application development approach
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees,

 Skills/Abilities

  • Strong written and oral communications
  • Thorough reading comprehension
  • Proactive troubleshooting, listening and problem solving skills
  • Critical thinking using logic and reason
  • Excellent time-management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task environment
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time
  • Ability to interact with a diverse population
  • Ability to work on computer for long periods of time
  • Ability to accept and evolve with changes in policies and procedures  

COMPENSATIONMercury offers competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 401(k) plan.  

About Mercury Payment Systems

Known as an "innovations" leader in the Payment Processing Industry, Mercury Payment Systems was awarded in 2011 for the 2nd year in a row the top (GOLD) award in the Payment Processing category and Best Overall Retail Technology Vendor at RSPA. We were honored with a “Best Company To Work For In Colorado” and a ColoradoBiz Magazine “Top Company” award in 2008. Headquartered in Durango, Colorado, with a second office in Denver, we offer challenging career opportunities in a fast paced, strategic work environment. EOE

About Durango, Colorado

Durango is situated at the southwestern foot of the Rocky Mountains at an elevation of 6,500 feet.  The population is about 17,000 (50,000+ countywide). Surrounded by some two-million acres of San Juan National Forest land, the area is a natural playground for all who appreciate spectacular views and outdoor experiences.  Though Durango is a geographically, culturally, and economically diverse area, the thread that ties its citizenry together is quality of life.

Durango was recently ranked the #1 “micropolitan” area in the United States by an independent economic research firm, Policom.  Durango was ranked first out of 576 micropolitan (less than 50,000 people) areas studied.  The study ranked over 23 different economic factors, including wages and earnings.  Large corporations and small main street shops thrive in Durango.  Mercury is among Durango’s largest employers.

Small enough to feel personal and uncongested, Durango is large enough to offer a diverse selection of recreational, entertainment, cultural, and educational opportunities. Locals and tourists alike enjoy Durango for its high mountain vistas, powder skiing, cycling, kayaking, rafting, fishing, and lingering hints of western lore. Our playground is the entire four corners area, from hot desert to mountain summits.

No wonder why Durango residents are some of the most fulfilled in Colorado and the US.