[Hiring] Software Tester @Lawelawe Defense

Role Description

You are an intermediate remote Software Tester to serve on a team supporting the U.S. Army Human Resources Command in Fort Knox, KY.

As a Software Tester, you will oversee quality control activities associated with software analysis. This can include, but is not limited to:

• Developing test plans
• Performing exploratory testing
• Executing functional and regression testing

You will work closely with software developers and product management to ensure the product is ready for release.

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct thorough software testing, analyze data, communicate with developers.
• Check software functionality on different browsers to ensure that the software meets users’ needs.
• Communicate the results of software testing efforts to stakeholders and suggest areas of improvement.
• Work with project developers and product management to ensure software solutions meet user expectations.
• Execute software test cases and automated tests based on customer specifications and requirements.
• Perform root cause analysis on defects/bugs found to identify and mitigate risks.
• Conduct exploratory and usability testing to locate bugs before the software is introduced into production.
• Execute comprehensive testing against the software, ensuring all features function as designed and intended.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of software testing methodologies and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), if necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field with a minimum of 5+ years of experience as Software Engineer Tester
• Active Secret clearance
• Must be US Citizen
• Possess an active CompTIA Security+ certification
• Aptitude for the ability to test software for quality (detail oriented)
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies
• An understanding of various programming languages such as JavaScript, C#, Java, NodeJS, and Angular
• Strong understanding of logic
• Experience in working with test automation tools like Selenium, Appium, or Cypress, Playwright
• Proficiency in writing detailed descriptions

Requirements

• Experience with Azure DevOps
• Experience with Amazon AWS
• Knowledge of computer architecture and tools for manual & auto testing, unit testing, integration testing, functional testing, and bug-tracking systems.
• Demonstrated success in software development lifecycle management (SDLC).
• Excellent interpersonal skills, analytical soundness, data analysis.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a fast-paced Agile environment.
• Relevant software testing certifications include Certified Software Tester (CSTE), ISTQB Agile Tester Certification or Certified Associate in Software Testing (CAST)

Benefits

• A competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans
• Access to company-provided retirement savings options with matching contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth and continued learning
• Additional perks such as discounts on various services and products
• Remote work environment