REPORTS TO: Test Lead

SUMMARY: The success of Adapx’s unique Capturx solution is causing us to seek three (3) students who wish to be part of a dynamic team that is re-defining data capture for the digital age.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals who thrive on challenges and unique problem-solving opportunities. The ideal candidates have a startup mentality, are passionate about what they do, and enjoy taking ownership. We are serious about human-computer interaction and need others that are too!

You will work closely with the development team, product managers, testers and the Test Lead to ensure the highest quality solutions for the Capturx platform. We are looking only for candidates that are thrilled to work in test and excited to contribute to the quality of the products we build.

ASSIGNED DUTIES 

• Team up with program managers and developers to develop tests of Capturx products 
• Design and implement manual tests Capturx products and new releases and our innovative speech and sketch platform for the US Defense Department
• Isolate, reproduce, and accurately report software defects and deficiencies, in a clear, concise manner; encourage others on your team to do the same 
• Provide immediate feedback on feature design / functionality and acceptance tests to development and Product Management 
• Use software test tools and frameworks to create, modify, and maintain test cases 
• Examine issue reports from technical support to determine and recommend escalation path to engineering.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 

• 2 years of undergraduate study in Computer Science, Math, or related disciplines 
• Ability to work independently with complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the software field 
• Familiarity with XML, C# and Java 
• Knowledge of Microsoft technologies and Oses (e.g., .NET) 
• Demonstrated ability to work well individually and within a team environment; 
• Capacity, ability, motivation, and determination to operate independently, continuously looking for opportunities to contribute to projects 
• Problem solving skills to provide imaginative, thorough, practicable and consistent solutions 
• Ability to effectively assess priorities and shift focus accordingly 
• Ability to learn hands-on 
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with the goal of engaging, jumping in, and contributing to projects in any way possible; 
• Strong attention to detail; you must sweat the small stuff 
• Drive to investigate new technologies and technical hurdles independently, and be able to clearly communicate your findings and/or solutions 
• Aptitude for black and white box testing 
• Strong analytical, problem-diagnosis, problem-reproduction, and problem-solving abilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES PREFERRED: 

• Courses or previous practical experience with developing unique human-computer experiences
• Familiarity with Prolog 
• Experience testing 
• Knowledge/familiarity with Team Foundation System (TFS) a plus 
• Previous experience working in both Agile environments a plus 
• Experience with SharePoint and Microsoft Office (including Outlook, Excel, Word) 
• Experience with the armed forces of the United States

During this internship, you will work directly with the test lead, designing tests and test strategies on a state of the art speech and sketch system Adapx team members have been developing for twenty years! 

CORPORATE OVERVIEW

Adapx helps a range of businesses and agencies speed data collection and streamline operations with its Capturx software. In 1999, Adapx was founded as a natural user interface research firm supplying technology to the Department of Defense through the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA).

Since then, Adapx has developed a full line of natural interface products that collect information for applications like Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, PDF, and SharePoint via digital pens and voice. Capturx enables paper designs, maps, and forms to be filled out or marked up with digital pens, which digitize the handwriting and integrate the data directly into market leading applications.

The unique and patented Capturx experience speeds data collection without requiring expensive equipment, training, IT involvement, or changes to existing business processes. Customers get the ease and simplicity of collecting data on paper with all the benefits of immediate access to digital data in native applications. Read the Capturx Overview to Learn More.

Adapx has been recognized by Gartner, as a “Cool Vendor in Emerging Technologies,” by ESRI, as New Partner of the Year Award, among others.