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Software Engineering Intern
Formed in 2002, Jaxara ( www.jaxara.com ) is dedicated to developing systems and solutions that make businesses, associations and organizations run more efficiently. Jaxara helps mid-market clients plan their investments in technology, design and implement projects that drive competitive advantage, and improve business performance. Headquartered in Washington , DC , Jaxara has development centers in several countries, including China and Bangladesh and a quality assurance center in Argentina . Following our proven software development methodology – Plyometrix™ - Jaxara's team of business and technical experts work closely with clients to create business advantage through solutions based in efficiently implemented technology. Plyometrix provides the basis for the key processes and practices defined as part of the Software Engineering Institute capability maturity model (CMM) and the practices identified as part of ISO 9000-3. For additional information about Jaxara, please visit http://www.jaxara.com Title: Software Quality Assurance Engineering Intern #5869-20060217 Location: Alexandria, VA

	Summary
	This position is an intern position as a software quality assurance engineer and tester who will join a team developing mission critical applications. The successful candidate will implement and execute our software quality assurance and testing processes and procedures.

	Criteria for Success
	A good test engineer has a 'test to break' attitude, an ability to take the point of view of the customer, a strong desire for quality, and an attention to detail. Tact and diplomacy are useful in maintaining a cooperative relationship with developers, and an ability to communicate with both technical (developers) and non-technical (customers, management) people is useful. Previous software development experience can be helpful as it provides a deeper understanding of the software development process, gives the tester an appreciation for the developers' point of view, and reduce the learning curve in automated test tool programming. Judgment skills are needed to assess high-risk areas of an application on which to focus testing efforts when time is limited. Additionally, they must be able to understand the entire software development process and how it can fit into the business approach and goals of the organization. Communication skills and the ability to understand various sides of issues are important. In organizations in the early stages of implementing QA processes, patience and diplomacy are especially needed. An ability to find problems as well as to see 'what's missing' is important for inspections and reviews.

	Experience Required:
	BS in progress in CS, Mathematics, or Engineering Extreme attention to detail Excellent documentation skills Familiarity with software development processes Familiarity with HTML, JavaScript, DHTML Familiarity with object oriented programming languages Familiarity with GUI and web interface best practices Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously


	Qualitative Skills:
	Ready to take pride, ownership, and responsibility in the team's projects. Excellent communication and organization skills Show flexibility under changing conditions. Willing to take initiative.
	Although this is an unpaid internship initially, the potential for paid internships exists after initial internship with the firm. Further, former interns receive preference for openings within Jaxara upon graduation. Jaxara provides one of the most exceptional compensation and benefit packages, including stock options for all employees, 401k matching, six week sabbatical after four years of employment, domestic partner policy, on going employee training and development, flexible work hours and more! If you are an extraordinary person who strives for excellence, *please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@jaxara.com with the subject -* Software Quality Assurance Engineering Intern #5869-20060217 Jaxara is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a diverse workforce.

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