Senior Software Test Engineer (Hybrid)
About The Position
DAn Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Software Test Engineer to support quality and compliance during the modernization of a critical government information system. The role focuses on functional and regression testing of Java-based web applications, especially user interface validation, accessibility compliance, and cross-browser compatibility. It also includes backend troubleshooting through application and server log reviews, API validation, and database queries to isolate defects and provide actionable diagnostic information to developers. The position supports enterprise systems that incorporate Apache Tomcat, Oracle 19c, Apache Solr, LDAP, and SAP Business Intelligence. It follows a hybrid schedule requiring approximately 2–3 days on-site per week, with seating available in Annapolis Junction, Maryland; Washington, DC; or Reston, Virginia. Remote work is not available. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, or be able to obtain the required clearance and polygraph as stated in the posting.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship.
- Ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph; the posting also states an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.
- Extensive experience performing functional and regression testing of web application user interfaces.
- Strong UI testing experience, including interface validation and cross-browser compatibility.
- Demonstrated experience troubleshooting backend application failures by reviewing application and server logs to determine root causes.
- Proficiency with defect tracking systems.
- Experience writing and executing SQL queries to validate application data.
- Experience verifying system installation, configuration, integration, and overall system buildout.
- 18 years of experience in software engineering, systems engineering, or a closely related field with comparable scope and responsibilities. A bachelor's degree may substitute for four years of experience, and a master's degree may substitute for six years of experience.
Nice To Haves
- Excellent analytical skills and thorough technical documentation practices.
- Strong collaboration skills and experience working with cross-functional teams in regulated environments.
- Knowledge of federal cybersecurity requirements and Section 508/WCAG accessibility standards.
- Familiarity with Windows Server environments.
- Experience testing Apache Tomcat application servers, Oracle 19c databases, and SAP Business Intelligence interfaces.
- API testing experience involving Apache Solr and RESTful services.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, preferably GitLab.
- Active TS/SCI security clearance with polygraph.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive test plans and test cases for system upgrades and new functionality.
- Perform functional and regression testing of Java-based web applications, including UI validation and cross-browser compatibility testing.
- Execute manual testing for complex application scenarios.
- Review and troubleshoot backend application and server logs to identify causes of application failures.
- Perform API testing for backend services, including Apache Solr and RESTful services.
- Execute SQL queries to validate application data and database integrity.
- Verify system buildout activities, including installation, configuration, and integration.
- Track, document, and manage software defects while coordinating resolution with development teams.
- Validate application compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements and Section 508 and WCAG accessibility standards.
- Test enterprise applications in Windows Server environments and verify security controls and data protection measures.
- Develop and maintain UI automation frameworks for regression testing.
- Integrate automated testing into GitLab CI/CD pipelines and support improvements to automated test execution and efficiency.
- Test Apache Tomcat deployments and configurations; validate LDAP authentication and backend interactions; test Oracle 19c integrations and data flows; verify data migration integrity and Apache Solr integrations; and test SAP Business Intelligence reporting interfaces and outputs.
- Ensure a consistent and reliable user experience across the modernized platform.
- Collaborate with developers, business analysts, cybersecurity personnel, and other technical stakeholders.
- Document testing activities, results, defects, and quality metrics.
- Prepare analytical reports on system quality, defects, and release readiness.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
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