Description
Our client is searching for a motivated, career and customer-oriented Senior Software Test Engineer who performs high-level, day-to-day software testing solutions to join our team and begin an exciting and challenging career. This is a 100% Remote role.

Clearance Requirement:

US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Job Description:

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.
Writes test cases and scripts and identifies data for test scenarios.
Conducts a walk through on test case/script with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads.
Performs and leads tests of software and/or IT systems to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects.
Performs verification activities on work products using defined methods, procedures and criteria with an appropriate verification environment.
Documents and communicates test results.
Supports analysis of test results and resolution of open issues.
Documents and works to resolve all complex problems.
Reports progress on problem resolution to management.
Devises improvements to current procedures and develops models of possible future configurations. Creates daily test metrics and reporting.
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.
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.
Work is reviewed by management to measure whether objectives have been met.
Provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable and consistent with organization objectives.
Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
Contributes to completion of specific programs and projects.
Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts.
Represents organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.

Qualifications
Education:

Bachelor’s or master’s and ten (10) years or more experience.
Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Advanced certifications in testing or quality assurance (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE, CSQA) are preferred.

Experience:

Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in software testing and quality assurance.
Proven track record of working on complex software projects and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
Experience in both manual and automated testing.
Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).

Requirements:

Proficiency in writing and executing test cases, test scripts, and test plans.
Strong knowledge of test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, QTP, LoadRunner).
Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools (e.g., GitHub Actions).
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN).
Understanding of performance testing and tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling).
Strong programming skills, often in languages such as Java, Python, or C#.
Experience with defect tracking and management tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla).
Knowledge of database and SQL for validating stored data.
Experience in testing web applications, APIs, and services.
Understanding of security testing practices and tools.
Experience with different types of testing, including functional, regression, integration, system, usability, and UAT.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Leadership abilities to mentor and guide junior testers.
Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into effective test scenarios.
Experience with test management tools.
Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
Ability to conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback.
Strong understanding of risk-based testing, exploratory testing, and context-driven testing.
Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.

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