Principal Software Tester

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Design and implement test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure that information systems products and services align with organizational standards and meet end-user expectations

• Create test plans, schedules, and methodologies for testing

• Develop test cases and scripts while identifying relevant data for test scenarios

• Facilitate walkthroughs of test cases/scripts with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads

• Conduct and oversee software and IT systems testing to confirm proper functionality and eliminate defects

• Carry out verification activities on deliverables using established methods, procedures, criteria, and a suitable verification environment

• Record and convey test results effectively

• Assist in the analysis of test outcomes and the resolution of outstanding issues

• Document and address complex challenges

• Update management on the progress of issue resolution

• Enhance existing procedures and create models for potential future configurations

• Generate daily test metrics and reports

• Occasionally engage in other IT systems engineering tasks, including requirements gathering, design, installation, operation, maintenance, and support

• Provide guidance to team members based on established policies and managerial direction

• Deliver technical solutions to challenging problems through data analysis and evaluation of identifiable factors

• Contribute to the successful completion of targeted programs and projects

• Act as the organization's representative in addressing complex technical issues related to specific projects

• Maintain frequent communication with inter-organizational teams and external customers

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience; or a Master's degree with at least three (3) years of experience

• Demonstrated success in managing complex software projects and delivering high-quality outcomes

• Experience in both manual and automated testing approaches

• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and a solid understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

• Skilled in writing and executing test cases, test scripts, and test plans

• Knowledge of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools, such as GitHub Actions

• Experience with version control systems, including Git and SVN

• Understanding of performance testing and associated tools such as JMeter and Gatling

• Proficiency in programming languages like Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript

• Familiarity with defect tracking and management systems like JIRA and Bugzilla

• Experience testing commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) products

• Knowledge of security testing methodologies and tools

• Understanding of functional, regression, integration, system, usability, and UAT testing

• Proficiency with test management tools

• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools

• Strong grasp of risk-based testing, exploratory testing, and context-driven testing

• U.S. Citizenship with the capability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance

• Advanced testing or quality assurance certifications, such as ISTQB, CSTE, or CSQA, are preferred

• Edifecs certification and experience are preferred

• Knowledge of cloud-based testing platforms, such as AWS and Azure, is advantageous

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% Remote role

• Equal Opportunity Employer