Junior Software Test Engineer
Our Company•Redstone Arsenal, AL
•Onsite
About The Position
Cepeda is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Junior Software Test Engineer to join our team onsite at the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation & Missile Center (DEVCOM AvMC) at Redstone Arsenal. In this role, you will support the evaluation and verification of critical defense software systems. You will collaborate with senior engineers to execute test plans, identify software defects, and ensure that system performance aligns with rigid military specifications.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in a recognized engineering discipline or Computer Science; 4 years of experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
- 1-3 years of relevant experience
- Must be eligible to obtain a SECRET Security Clearance
- Detail-oriented and highly organized
- Ability to think critically and logically
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments
Nice To Haves
- Experience testing web applications, APIs, and database-driven systems.
- Familiarity with Agile software development processes.
- Understanding of software testing methodologies and defect tracking processes.
- Experience with test management or defect tracking tools such as Azure DevOps, TFS, or similar
- Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL (ability to query databases for validation)
- Desire to continuously improve testing practices and technical skill sets
Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, and execute test cases for web applications, APIs, and supporting database components
- Perform functional, regression, integration, and system-level testing following Agile software development principles
- Document test results, track defects, and verify resolution through collaboration with developers
- Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous process improvement
- Validate integration with Microsoft SQL databases and verify data integrity across systems
- Support test automation initiatives where applicable
Benefits
- Full coverage medical insurance
- Paid leave
- Paid holidays
- Multiple retirement plan options
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Career development programs
- Recognition programs
- Flexible work schedules
- Company-sponsored events
- Educational assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
