Software Quality Assurance Engineer

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

📋 Description

• Take charge of designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining automated unit, integration, regression, and end-to-end functional tests independently.

• Ensure that automated test cases are executable by the conclusion of each Agile sprint and are integrated into the Government-managed DevSecOps pipeline.

• Employ Test-Driven Development methodology and ensure alignment of test coverage with functional requirements.

• Conduct Test Automation State Assessments and create estimates for automation completion.

• Automate legacy test cases and suggest enhancements to test architecture, reusability, and pipeline integration.

• Mentor junior QA engineers on automation techniques, test development, and tool utilization.

• Create and uphold Requirements Traceability Matrices and document test activities, results, and defects.

• Compile Testing Reports, Release Notes, and Software Version Descriptions.

• Uphold quality thresholds and manage defect triage, root cause analysis, escalation workflows, and reporting using JIRA.

• Oversee Section 508 / WCAG 2.0 Level AA accessibility testing and prepare VPATs.

• Direct stress and load testing in the ProdSim environment and assist with Disaster Recovery testing.

• Support Independent Verification & Validation and monitor the resolution of findings prior to production deployment.

• Engage in Agile ceremonies and maintain sprint-level QA metrics and reporting.

• Enforce SDLC quality gates and submit monthly Quality Status Reports.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 8 years of experience with a BS/BA; at least 6 years with an MS/MA; or a minimum of 3 years with a PhD.

• Must be a citizen of the United States.

• Capable of obtaining Public Trust clearance.

• Certification in cybersecurity workforce (e.g., Security+, CASP+).

• Practical experience in designing and implementing automated test frameworks and scripts using Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Cucumber, Python, Java, or equivalent technologies.

• Working knowledge of Test-Driven Development (TDD) within Agile sprint cycles.

• Proficient in using JIRA for defect tracking, sprint management, and reporting.

• Experience in developing Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTMs), UAT plans, and formal testing documentation.

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated test integration in a DevSecOps environment.

• Experience with Section 508 / WCAG 2.0 Level AA accessibility testing and VPAT preparation.

• Excellent communication and documentation skills; capable of reporting QA status and metrics to program leadership and Government stakeholders.

• ISTQB Foundation or Advanced Level certification is preferred.

• Experience supporting IT programs for DoD or Federal government is preferred.

• Familiarity with eMASS and Fortify Software Security Center is preferred.

• Prior experience with DEERS, TRICARE, or other DoD healthcare/benefits systems is preferred.

• Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 security controls is preferred.

• Experience with performance/load testing tools and executing stress tests in production-simulation environments is preferred.

• Familiarity with ServiceNow is preferred.

• Experience mentoring junior QA team members and reviewing test artifacts is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Potential eligibility for overtime.

• Shift differential may be available.

• Discretionary bonus may be available.