QA Test Engineer

SAIC - Herndon, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Herndon, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

SAIC is seeking a highly motivated Software Quality Assurance Test Engineer/QA Tester to join its National Intelligence Program. This role focuses on validating software capabilities, including data visualization tools and language translation features, within a DevSecOps framework. The position requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph and involves working in an Agile environment to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans and test cases based on Agile user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Conduct hands-on testing, including functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing, using a mix of manual and automated approaches.
• Utilize industry-standard testing tools such as Selenium for web automation.
• Integrate automated testing into the CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or a similar tool.
• Lead quality assurance efforts in data-intensive environments, applying knowledge of SQL and data manipulation for backend database testing.
• Collaborate closely with development teams to identify and troubleshoot defects, using tools like JIRA for bug tracking and Confluence for documentation.
• Advocate for code quality and software reliability through proactive involvement in code reviews and design discussions.
• Manage and maintain test automation frameworks and scripts to ensure scalability and maintainability.
• Support the deployment process, ensuring that quality metrics are met and provide feedback for continuous process improvement.

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field with strong professional experience in QA testing.
• Proficient with a variety of testing tools including Selenium WebDriver for automating browser-based applications.
• Demonstrable experience with performance testing tools and security testing methodologies.
• Solid understanding and practice of Agile and DevSecOps principles, with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Strong experience in CI/CD tools, particularly Jenkins, to automate testing within the software development and deployment lifecycle.
• Ability to write complex SQL queries for data verification and familiarity with database testing techniques.
• Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to quality.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Knowledge of cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP) as they relate to testing environments and architecture.
• Certifications such as ISTQB, CSTE, or relevant Agile certifications are considered a plus.

Benefits

• SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
• Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.