Senior Software QA Engineer

TRIDENT SYSTEMS LLC

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Software QA Engineer will be part of a team responsible for supporting an aerial surveillance system for a Department of Defense customer. The candidate will support software for an integrated application that includes external system sensors, captured video, and static imagery. The candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and executing comprehensive software and system tests to ensure the highest levels of reliability and performance.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in in Engineering or related field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in Software QA
• Ability to write and execute SQL queries and automated test scripts
• Solid understanding of SDLC, Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Hands-on experience with software test tools and bug-tracking systems
• Working knowledge of Jira and Confluence
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with customers and collaborate across teams
• Expertise in functional, regression, integration, system, performance, and user acceptance testing
• Ability to identify gaps in requirements and recommend improvements
• Skilled in root-cause analysis and driving quality improvements across teams
• Excellent written communications skills for producing detailed technical documentation, including test plans, test cases, test strategies, and test reports
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal Government security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Active US DoD Secret level security clearance
• Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (Python, Java, JavaScript, or Ruby)
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, dynamic, ambiguous environments
• Strong ownership mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes and driving continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Work to define, document, analyze, perform, and interpret tests for products, systems, components, or software modifications
• Identify functional problems and suggest effective resolutions
• Define internal quality control standards and support reliability program maintenance
• Document and analyze test cases and provide regular progress reports
• Create detailed test plans, test cases, and test specifications
• Ensure test environment is properly configured, coordinating with developers as needed
• Execute system-level tests and validate results
• Facilitate clear communication across the development team
• Ensure required test data is available and properly maintained
• Manage test execution of test plans, performed by other resources
• Ensure final builds are properly stored and version-controlled in Git
• File, track, and verify bug reports through resolution
• Communicate risks and quality concerns to program managers in a timely manner
• Perform system analysis to support troubleshooting and validation activities
• Take initiative to improve QA tools, processes, and methodologies
• Contribute to improving product documentation and overall product quality
• Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and workflows
• Ensure testing procedures comply with applicable industry or customer standards
• Coordinate with vendors or suppliers when testing components or integrated parts

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic life with AD&D
• Short term disability
• Long term disability
• Ancillary (Voluntary life with AD&D, accident, critical illness, hospital, and pet)
• Spending accounts (HSA, FSA, and DCFSA)
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• 401(k) (including automatic company contribution)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Leaves (Parental, pregnancy, and military)
• Potential annual bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree