Senior Test Engineer

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

📋 Description

• Validate mission-critical, intricate software systems within secure environments.

• Develop testing strategies.

• Lead automation initiatives.

• Ensure adherence to security protocols.

• Serve as a vital quality partner in Agile, high-stakes development settings.

• Design, create, and maintain both automated and manual test plans, test cases, and test scripts.

• Oversee daily program management, including scheduling, resource distribution, budget monitoring, and coordination of monthly software releases.

• Direct end-to-end testing efforts across various program segments and releases.

• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to establish acceptance criteria and guarantee testability.

• Construct and sustain scalable, automated testing frameworks to enhance efficiency within CI/CD pipelines.

• Conduct integration, performance, and functional testing to validate high-reliability software, particularly for secure or embedded systems.

• Identify, document, and track defects through to resolution.

• Develop and sustain automated testing frameworks and tools.

• Analyze test outcomes and provide actionable insights to enhance product quality.

• Mentor junior engineers and advocate for best testing practices.

• Promote continuous improvement in QA processes, tools, and methodologies.

• Facilitate and engage in Agile program ceremonies including sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

• Conduct annual performance evaluations for all direct reports.

• Manage the procurement and renewal of necessary licenses.

• Coordinate, authorize, and facilitate conference travel.

• Review and approve expense reports in line with company policy.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, management, information systems, computer science, or a related field.

• Over 7 years of experience in program or project management supporting DoD or federal IT programs.

• Proven track record in managing cost, schedule, performance, and risk for complex software or enterprise-level programs.

• Strong grasp of Agile methodologies with experience in leading Agile development teams.

• Demonstrated ability to present to senior government and corporate leadership, both verbally and in writing.

• Experience managing cross-functional technical teams, including development, testing, cybersecurity, and infrastructure.

• Familiarity with DoD and Air Force acquisition processes, program governance, and documentation requirements.

• Knowledge of RMF, ATO processes, and cybersecurity compliance in the DoD environment.

• Ability to manage budgets, track financials, and assist in forecasting and resource planning.

• Strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Proficient with collaboration and program management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Teams).

• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid life insurance.

• Paid time off.

• 11 paid holidays.

• Performance bonuses.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Unlimited training.

• Opportunity to thrive in a collaborative, flexible, and innovative environment.