Job Information
SAIC Cyber Software Test Engineer in Chantilly, Virginia
Description
Responsibilities:
Work as a member of an agile software development test team in a challenging, dynamic, fast-paced environment learning new tools and processes
Test new, mission-critical software applications across diverse platforms (e.g., Windows, Linux, Android), ensuring seamless integration with wireless services and custom hardware systems
Validate software requirements through functional, usability, performance, security, compatibility, ad-hoc, internationalization, and regression tests
Develop, maintain, and execute test plans and procedures for software systems
Participate in cross-functional team meetings, decision-making, technical discussion, and defining new product functionality
Review user stories and backlog items, analyze testability of requirements, and provide feedback
Apply analytical and problem-solving skills to clarify user stories and determine appropriate testing scenarios to validate the iterative development of products against functional and technical specifications
Timely identification of issues and effectively communicate impact to software developers, project managers, and appropriate parties to facilitate issue resolutions
Demonstrate software capabilities at the completion of sprints to key stakeholders to ensure solutions meet customer requirements
Conduct test case reviews and ensure all test activities are properly executed and documented according to our client's standards
Configure hardware and software test equipment
Troubleshoot and isolate system failures
Clearly identify and document defects and collaborate with the development team to prioritize bugs until resolution
Articulate open issues and risks to management in a timely manner and make recommendations
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
Candidate must currently have an active Secret security clearance or higher to be considered
Bachelor's degree with 2-5 years of relevant experience, a Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, a PhD with 1+ year of relevant experience
9+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree
Experience with diverse software and/or hardware testing methods throughout the development lifecycle
Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and self-manage multiple project tasks
Proficiency with computer hardware and software systems, and the ability to validate proper implementation and functionality between various systems and interfaces
Experience translating requirements and user stories into functional test plans
Ability to use strong analytical skills to identify, characterize and isolate issues, and troubleshoot to present options for correcting those issues
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to write well-articulated test plans and facilitate product demonstrations
Ability to articulate and document defects in a timely manner, and collaborate with the development team and management to prioritize bugs until resolution
Preferred Qualifications:
An active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph
Proficiency with writing custom automation scripts using a programming language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, etc.)
Experience with testing mobile applications on Android devices
Experience with agile management software (e.g., Microsoft Azure DevOps, Jira, etc.)
Experience with test automation to include design, development, and debugging of tests
Experience with test automation tools (e.g., SmartBear TestComplete) and frameworks
Experience with installing virtual machines
Familiarity with Agile Scrum methodologies
Familiarity with computer security measures
Proficiency with UNIX command lines
Self-starter with the ability to pick up and learn new products with little supervision as well as provide leadership on assigned projects
Ability to provide testing best practices to other team members
Experience with providing test estimation to management and project teams
REQNUMBER: 2611145
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