Plan, manage, and track all project test efforts meticulously.
Evaluate and produce detailed test plans, procedures, and reports.
Oversee testing processes within a DevOps environment.
Support testing after each software deployment.
Utilize automated testing techniques and tools effectively.
Prepare comprehensive test reporting for stakeholders.
Engage directly with customers and collaborate with team members across various functions.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in a highly collaborative environment.
Gain exposure to diverse technologies and methodologies, including DevOps and automated testing.
Support from a matrixed team structure allowing for shared knowledge and experience.
Engagement with customers, enhancing professional relationships and communication skills.
Possibility for professional growth through diverse project involvement.
Full Job Description
Automated Tester - SME Location: Reston Clearance- TS/SCI w/FSP Salary: $175k-185k/yr The above salary range represents the range expected for the position; however, final salary offers are based on a number of factors such as the position's responsibilities; the candidate's experience, education, and skills; location; travel required; and current market conditions.
This program requires US Citizenship
Position Summary
The Automated Tester defines, documents, analyzes, performs, and interprets tests for processes, functions, system integration, and user acceptance testing including test units, processes, and functions. Conducts system integration tests and user acceptance testing, creates automated test scripts, and coordinates with the development team to perform tests. Documents the successes and failures of all executed test procedures. Investigates and resolves operational problems in conjunction with other engineering and technical personnel. Provides technical support and advice to other engineering groups. Participates in the development, maintenance, and refinement of quality control and reliability programs.
Responsibilities
Verification methods - Work with design engineers, production personnel, customers, and other stakeholders to identify and develop verification methods for system, subsystem, and component level requirements
Problem investigation - Investigate problems referred by customer support
Test effort management - Plan, manage, and track project test efforts
Test plan development - Evaluate and develop detailed test plans, procedures, and reports
DevOps testing - Oversee and perform testing in a DevOps environment
Deployment testing - Support testing after each deployment
Automated testing - Work with automated testing techniques
JUnit - Work with Junit
Test reporting - Oversee and perform test reporting
Interact directly with customers, teammates, and functional peer groups
Communicate with internal team members across multiple areas and client team members
Required Qualifications
BS degree and 11-15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10-13 years of prior relevant experience; will consider additional years of experience in lieu of degree
Experience with test automation methodologies such as Selenium or Katalon
Understanding and experience in the complete life-cycle of software systems
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Strong, effective, and professional communication (written/verbal) and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated experience working within matrixed teams
Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work without close supervision
Ability to take initiative in troubleshooting; creative in determining approach or action to take in non?routine situations
Desired Qualifications
BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Sciences
Experience with database migration tools such as Flyway
Experience supporting COTS platforms
Experience working with / handling Highly Sensitive Data
Experience conducting unit testing of software modifications
