Seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Sr. Software Test Engineer who performs high-level, day-to-day software testing solutions to join our team and begin an exciting and challenging career. Β This is a 100% Remote role. Monday - Friday 8AM to 5PM EST.Β
Essential Functions:Β
- Develops and executes test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure that all information systems products and services meet organization standards and end-user requirements.
- Develops test plans, test schedule, and approach.Β
- Writes test cases and scripts and identifies data for test scenarios.Β
- Conducts a walk through on test case/script with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads.Β
- Performs and leads tests of software and/or IT systems to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects.Β
- Performs verification activities on work products using defined methods, procedures and criteria with an appropriate verification environment.
- Documents and communicates test results.Β
- Supports analysis of test results and resolution of open issues.Β
- Documents and works to resolve all complex problems.Β
- Reports progress on problem resolution to management.Β
- Devises improvements to current procedures and develops models of possible future configurations. Creates daily test metrics and reporting.Β
- Occasionally performs other IT systems engineering activities such as requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support.
- Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines.Β
- Receives assignments in the form of objectives and establishes goals to meet outlined objectives. Provides direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance.Β
- Work is reviewed by management to measure whether objectives have been met.Β
- Provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.Β
- Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable and consistent with organization objectives.Β
- Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.Β
- Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Β
- Contributes to completion of specific programs and projects.Β
- Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts.Β
- Represents organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.
Β Education:
- Bachelors and five (5) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience; PhD and 0 years relatedΒ
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.Β
- Advanced certifications in testing or quality assurance (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE, CSQA) are preferred.
Required Experience:
- Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance.Β
- Proven track record of working on complex software projects and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
- Experience in both manual and automated testing.Β
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Proficiency in writing and executing test cases, test scripts, and test plans.Β
- Strong knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, QTP, LoadRunner).Β
- Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools (e.g., GitHub Actions).Β
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN).Β
- Understanding of performance testing and tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling).Β
- Strong programming skills, often in languages such as Java, Python, or C#.Β
- Experience with defect tracking and management tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla).Β
- Knowledge of database and SQL for validating stored data.Β
- Experience in testing web applications, mobile applications, APIs, and services.Β
- Understanding of security testing practices and tools.Β
- Knowledge of different types of testing, including functional, regression, integration, system, usability, and UAT.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Β
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities.Β
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Β
- Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.Β
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.Β
- Leadership abilities to mentor and guide junior testers.
- Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into effective test scenarios.Β
- Experience with test management toolsΒ
- Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.Β
- Ability to conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback.Β
- Strong understanding of risk-based testing, exploratory testing, and context-driven testing.Β
- Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.Β
Clearance Requirement
US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
EEO Minority/Disabled/Veteran/FemaleΒ