CBP Test Engineer

B&A•Ashburn, VA

About The Position

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team! B&A is looking for a Mid-level Test Engineer to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a great team while supporting the United States Customs and Border Protection.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of experience in a Java-based development environment, as a tester or other IT related role
Experience Interface testing (API's, EDI, middleware testing) and data reconciliation / validation testing (conversion testing)
Experience with creating test plans based on gathered requirements and documenting test results
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
Required active DHS, CBP or Top-Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

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

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
Learn automated testing, if desired

Benefits

three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option
two tiers of dental coverage
vision
life & AD&D
disability
accident
hospital indemnity
critical illness insurance
paid time off
B&A sponsored trainings and certifications
pet insurance benefits
commuter transit benefits
a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU)
B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution
The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
A formal mentorship program
Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
Brand Ambassador program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
Monthly teambuilding events
B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more