Software Applications Tester/Requirements Analyst

$89,700 - $162,150/Yr

Leidos - Reston, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Reston, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Software Applications Tester/Requirements Analyst at Leidos is responsible for ensuring the quality and functionality of software applications through both manual and automated testing. This role involves working closely with project stakeholders to gather and refine requirements, develop test strategies, and execute various testing methodologies. The position offers exposure to multiple IT projects and technologies, making it a dynamic opportunity for professionals in the field.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium Web Driver.
• Test browser-based/web applications across various testing phases including exploratory, smoke, functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing.
• Identify regression test candidates for automation and automate those test cases.
• Execute accessibility compliance tests and document results.
• Report, track, validate, and close defects in the testing process.
• Design test strategies, test plans, and test cases based on requirements and design documents.
• Gather and refine project requirements in collaboration with the customer and stakeholders.
• Liaise between developers and customers to ensure clear communication of requirements.
• Record and track interactions and requirements in JIRA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience, or a Master's degree with a minimum of 6 years of experience, or 12+ years of work experience in lieu of a degree.
• Active Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph Clearance.
• Formal test background and experience with test automation methodologies.
• Experience maintaining and configuring Linux and Windows workstations for test automation.
• Experience testing web applications and creating formal test documentation.
• Ability to organize, track, and document complex requirements.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with Eclipse, JAWS, Jenkins, Selenium, and Git (gitlab, github).
• Experience with agile development methodologies, Scrum methodology, and test-driven development.
• Scripting experience.
• Ability to juggle competing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of JIRA, Confluence, and SharePoint.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $89,700.00 - $162,150.00.
• Equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.