Lead Test Engineer

About NFF

Since 1996, Networking For Future, Inc. (NFF) has been engineering the backbone of mission-critical systems for government and enterprise clients. With headquarters in Washington, DC, we provide expert technology consulting and design-build solutions that solve complex challenges and deliver measurable real-world results.

Our expertise includes solutions for Artificial Intelligence Enablement, Data Center & Cloud, Intelligent Networks, Secure, Connected IoT Technologies, Professional and Managed Services, Workforce Solutions and Zero Trust Strategies. NFF leverages a strategic portfolio of over 200 industry-leading technology brands to deliver precisely tailored solutions that align with each client’s unique requirements and mission objectives.

We are an accomplished technology consulting firm with a proven track record of delivering innovative, high-performance IT solutions to clients across government and commercial sectors. What sets us apart is our foundation as a hands-on, technically driven organization backed by deep industry partnerships and a broad portfolio of certifications – at both the company and individual levels. This combination of experience and credibility allows us to respond with confidence and precision to complex technical challenges.

Our greatest strength is our people. We are seasoned technologists who embrace a culture of innovation and continuous learning. We believe that meaningful solutions are built through collaboration, and we view every challenge as an opportunity to evolve – transforming problems into partnerships that deliver long-term value. This mindset shapes how we work: we hire top talent, provide them with the resources and mentorship they need to thrive, and recognize and reward excellence at every level. Our teams are empowered to lead with insight, deliver exceptional service, and build trusted relationships with every client.

NFF is an ISO 27001:2022 and ISO 9001:2015 certified company.  Additionally, NFF is a Cisco Preferred Partner with numerous Specializations including Customer Experience, Advanced Security Architecture, IOT and others.  NFF was a “Cisco Top-5 Mid-Atlantic SLED Partner” in 2019, 2020, 2022-2026 In addition to Cisco, NFF has key partnerships with many manufacturers and IT solution providers including, Palo Alto, Arista, Rapid7, Arctic Wolf, NetApp and others.

About this Position / Responsibilities

NFF Inc is currently executing two strategic digital modernization initiatives: the Web Modernization Project and the SmarTrip Mobile App 2.0 Project. Both projects are actively underway and are critical to enhancing the customer experience across NFF Inc's digital channels.

The Web Modernization Project includes complete redevelopment of the front-end experience for key web platforms, replacing the existing platform that was last significantly refreshed in 2016. While a separate vendor is responsible for front-end implementation, NFF Inc requires resources to develop, integrate, test, and deploy the supporting SmarTrip backend services and APIs needed to enable the new website functionality. The modernized platform will continue to serve as a primary digital channel for transit information, customer self-service capabilities, and SmarTrip account management.

The SmarTrip Mobile App 2.0 Project focuses on enhancing the existing iOS and Android SmarTrip Mobile application by introducing new features and improvements designed to provide a more personalized, intuitive, and user-friendly customer experience. NFF Inc requires support for application integration, development, configuration, testing, deployment, and production implementation of the SmarTrip backend components that support the mobile application and related services.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Review business requirements, user stories, functional specifications, and technical designs to ensure requirements are testable and complete.
• Develop test strategies, test plans, test cases, test scripts, and test data for application enhancements and new functionality.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using industry-standard testing tools and frameworks.
• Execute functional, integration, system, regression, and end-to-end testing activities.
• Validate SmarTrip web, mobile, API, and backend system functionality against business requirements.
• Support testing of interfaces and integrations between SmarTrip applications and supporting systems.
• Identify, document, track, and verify software defects through resolution.
• Participate in defect triage meetings and work with development teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Analyze application changes and determine impacts to existing testing artifacts and automation suites.
• Ensure test results meet project objectives, business requirements, and acceptance criteria.
• Support user acceptance testing (UAT) activities and coordinate testing efforts with business stakeholders.
• Work closely with development, DevOps, infrastructure, and vendor teams to support deployment and release activities.
• Support continuous integration and deployment processes by executing automated and regression testing.
• Prepare testing status reports, metrics, and release readiness assessments.
• Ensure testing environments, tools, and test data are properly configured and maintained.
• Provide production validation and post-deployment testing support.
• Maintain compliance with NFF Inc security policies and complete all required security awareness training.

Qualifications

• 5 years | Required - Proficiency with relevant back-end programming languages, frameworks, tools, databases, and development platforms, including C# and .NET.
• 5 years | Required - Proficiency with software development and project management methodologies.
• 5 years | Required - Knowledge of methods, tools, and techniques used to evaluate, select, develop, test, integrate, and troubleshoot systems software and hardware.
• 5 years | Required - Demonstrated progressive responsibility in diversified technical information systems and data processing management.
• 5 years | Required - Experience developing in multi-tier application environments, including web services, APIs, clustered environments, database servers, and application platforms.
• 5 years | Desired - Hands-on experience developing General Orders Track Rights System and Site-Specific Work Plan application programs.
• Required - Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Mathematics, Finance, Business or Public Administration, or a related discipline.
• Desired - Experience using Jira, Confluence, TestRail, Git, and related tools in an Agile development environment.
• Desired - Master's degree in an IT-related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Desired - Demonstrated proficiency in secure coding practices and familiarity with industry standards and coding best practices.
• 11 years | Required - Candidate must qualify for a Level 4 NFF Inc position.

NFF Disclosures

NFF offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits and flexible paid time off options, for eligible employees:

• Medical, Dental and Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account
• STD, LTD, Supplemental life insurance and ADD&D
• Comprehensive 401k plan
• Paid Time Off

NFF is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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