Software Test Engineer

WR Systems

$104K — $133K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field (or in final year)
  • 3+ years as a Software Test Engineer
  • Strong knowledge of advanced programming concepts (OOP, design patterns, multi-threading, etc.)
  • Understanding of data filtering and prediction methods
  • Ability to perform debugging and performance tuning
  • Experience with C++, C#, and/or Python
  • Familiarity with ASP.NET, Blazor, .NET Core, and Mono is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Support design and testing of geospatial software, focusing on GUIs and backend logic
  • Conduct software testing and troubleshooting
  • Debug and perform performance tuning
  • Evaluate and validate software functionality and performance
  • Assist in the documentation of testing procedures and results

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
Full Job Description
Job Description

Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Travel Requirements: Limited travel; must be willing and able to support division travel to trade shows and customer sites, as needed.

Location: Norfolk, VA

SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a Software Test Engineer to support the design and testing of geospatial/geographic information systems (GIS) using advanced programming languages.

Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Supports geospatial-based software design and testing with an emphasis on:
    • Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs)
    • Backend logic and databases
  • Conducts software testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and performance tuning.
  • Supports the evaluation and validation of software functionality and performance.


Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:
  • Bachelor of Science degree, conferred or currently in the final year of a program, in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related scientific discipline.
  • Three (3)+ years of Software Test Engineer experience.
  • Strong understanding of advanced programming concepts, including:
    • Object-oriented programming
    • Design patterns
    • Multi-threading
    • Inter-process communication
    • Buffering
    • Persistence
  • Solid understanding of data filtering, present-time filtering, future-time predictions, and interpolation/smoothing methods.
  • Ability to conduct performance tuning and debugging.
  • Experience with C++, C#, and/or Python programming.
  • Knowledge of technologies such as ASP.NET, Blazor, .NET Core, and Mono is beneficial.
  • Proficiency in a high-level programming language, with C++ and/or C# preferred.


The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate's suitability for the position.

Position Salary Range: $104,000 - $133,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.

Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.

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