Back to Search Results
Get alerts for jobs like this Get jobs like this tweeted to you
Company: SAIC
Location: REMOTE WORK, VA
Career Level: Mid-Senior Level
Industries: Technology, Software, IT, Electronics

Description

Description

SAIC is searching for a motivated, career and customer-oriented Sr. 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.SAIC is searching for a motivated, career and customer-oriented Sr. 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.

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

Experience

  • Minimum of 5-7 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, mobile applications, APIs, and services.

  • Understanding of security testing practices and tools.

  • Knowledge of 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.

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.


 Apply on company website