Software Automation Tester

$80,000 - $125,000/Yr

Iworks Corporation - Reston, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Reston, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Software Automation Tester at iWorks Corporation is responsible for ensuring the quality and functionality of various applications through comprehensive testing and automation. This role involves collaboration across teams and the use of various tools to develop test plans, cases, and scripts, while also performing functional and automation testing. The position requires a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and the ability to communicate effectively with different stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop test plans, test cases, test scripts, and test reports for various applications based on business requirements.
• Develop test automation scripts.
• Perform test automation using tools like Selenium and Xray.
• Perform functional testing on various business components, modules, and functionalities.
• Conduct system testing, regression testing, and integration testing.
• Validate that user expectations are achieved during the testing process.
• Review and analyze user requirement documents in tools such as JIRA.
• Identify and facilitate issue resolution with functional and technical groups.
• Document the entire quality assurance testing process in test management tools such as Xray and Jira, and communicate the test results to the team constantly.
• Collaborate with other functional testers, project managers, developers, business analysts, and representatives from business units throughout the testing process.
• Participate in user stories review meetings, project sync-up meetings, and other meetings as required.

Requirements

• Top-Secret security clearance, fully adjudicated.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in software testing and automation.
• Proficiency in Test Automation, experienced with tools like Selenium and Xray for test management.
• Skilled in API Testing using tools such as Postman, RestAssured, and SoapUI.
• Experienced with Git for version control.
• Proficient in utilizing JIRA for requirement tracking and defect reporting.
• Basic knowledge of UNIX command-line operations and SQL for database data validation.
• Familiar with CI/CD integration, including the use of tools like Jenkins and GitLab CI.
• Understanding of foundational Web Technologies: HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript.
• Knowledge of Performance Testing Tools, including JMeter.
• Experience in Cross-Browser Testing to ensure compatibility across various browsers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, Project, and SharePoint).
• Possesses strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills for debugging purposes.
• Self-driven, customer-focused, detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.
• Experience in Agile and DevSecOps methodologies, and project management.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience working with DoD systems, showcasing familiarity with defense-related projects and security requirements.
• Familiarity with Personnel Security is a plus.
• Security + CE certification preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with profit sharing.
• Health and Wellness Benefits.
• Paid Sick Time, Vacation Time, and Holiday Time.
• Bonuses throughout the year as part of the incentive program for innovation and business development.
• Annual raises commensurate with performance and company commitment.