Sr. Automated Tester

Markon•Herndon, VA

13h•$170,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Marking is seeking a detail-oriented Software Tester to support quality assurance efforts within a large, enterprise-level technology environment. This role is responsible for developing and implementing quality control methodologies to ensure compliance with established standards, guidelines, and procedures throughout the software development lifecycle for an IC Customer. The ideal candidate will have experience designing and executing test plans, identifying software defects, and contributing to continuous process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
10+ years of experience with automated testing tools and practices
Experience building and maintaining test automation frameworks
Strong automation testing experience with demonstrated ability to design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium.
Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Certifications: ISTQB Certified Tester
SAFe for Teams (or other Agile certifications)

Responsibilities

Develop and implement quality control methodologies aligned with organizational QA standards and procedures
Create, maintain, and execute comprehensive software test plans
Identify, document, and analyze software defects and their root causes
Evaluate hardware, software, and associated documentation for compliance and functionality
Support or lead formal and informal reviews at defined phases of the development lifecycle
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality standards are met prior to release
Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies