Test Engineer - CBP public trust preferred

General Dynamics Information Technology•Ashburn, VA

1d•$80,500 - $81,349•Hybrid

About The Position

GDIT is seeking a manual functional Test Engineer to support one of our software delivery projects with a government client. This is a mission-driven program with a smart, engaged team of developers, analysts and testers. This position will increase your skillset with a variety of technical and functional challenges. The candidate must be local to the Ashburn, VA office. US Citizenship required.

Requirements

Working knowledge of issue/bug tracking tools (such as Jira)
Experience with testing web-based/cloud applications
Experience writing new test cases and modifying existing ones
Experience with writing SQL to query data from databases
Ability to collaborate with team members to ensure client needs and expectations are met or exceeded
Ability to research problems, identify a root cause, and recommend and implement a solution
Aptitude for picking up technology quickly along with a desire to learn and progress
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Demonstrates a passion for solving complex software challenges, and enjoys working alongside fellow team members to make that happen
Bachelor’s degree and 2- 3 years of experience in a Java-based development environment, as a tester or other IT related role
Experience with creating test plans based on gathered requirements and documenting test results
Experience with Agile methodologies
Understanding of relational database design
Experience working with a government client
Ability to obtain the required government security clearance (CBP Final)

Nice To Haves

CBP public trust preferred

Responsibilities

Work with the development team to create test strategies and customized solutions
Help collect and develop test data and technical information used for creating test suites
Document test strategies and results as needed
Engage with complex and data heavy test scenarios

Benefits

401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays
variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
dental plan options
a vision plan
a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
full flex work weeks where possible
a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
short and long-term disability benefits
life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance