Software Developer/Software Engineer in Test

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

NACI (T1)

Job Family:

Professional Engineering

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Automated Testing, Software Testing, Writing Test Plans

Certifications:

None

Experience:

2 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

Yes

Job Description:

Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled Software Developer/Engineer in Test     responsible for designing, developing, and implementing tools and frameworks to test complex data-driven software systems   to ensure they meet quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong programming and database skills, an analytical mindset, and a dedication to improving product efficiency and performance.
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Key Responsibilities  
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and define testing scope.
•    Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts, frameworks, and tools.
•    Develop and execute test plans for software applications, ensuring detailed coverage and traceability.
•    Develop and maintain datasets to be used in both automated and manual/exploratory data-driven tests.
•    Implement performance testing strategies and identify bottlenecks in software performance.
•    Compare large datasets across systems, identify anomalies and edge cases, and validate data accuracy, completeness, and consistency across the system.
•    Conduct exploratory testing and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
•    Analyze   test results, identify defects, and work closely with application   teams for resolution.
•    Maintain and improve test integration with continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and their automated testing components.
•    Report and document testing metrics, progress, and outcomes.
•    Stay updated with the latest tools, technologies, and trends in QA automation domains.
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Basic Qualifications
•    Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
•    At least 5 years of experience in software development and/or testing.
•    Strong programming skills in languages such as TypeScript, Node.js, PL-SQL, T-SQL, Python, etc.
•    Expertise in testing frameworks and tools such as Playwright, JUnit, JMeter, TestNG, Xray, etc.
•    Expertise testing relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, etc.
•    Experience with version control tools (e.g., Git) and issue tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
•    Familiarity with CI/CD tools and systems such as Jenkins and GitLab CI.
•    Solid understanding of rapid software testing methodologies, principles, and practices.  
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Preferred Qualifications
•    Hands-on experience with API testing tools like Postman or REST-assured.
•    Experience in testing cloud-based applications (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
•    Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
•    Ability to work in an Agile or Scrum development environment.
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Key Competencies
•    Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
•    Effective verbal and written communication skills.
•    Self-driven with the ability to work independently and in a team.
•    Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
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Benefits
•    Competitive salary based on experience.
•    Health, dental, and vision coverage.
•    Professional growth and training opportunities.
•    Flexible work options, including remote work.
 

The likely salary range for this position is $93,500 - $126,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

Less than 10%

Telecommuting Options:

Remote

Work Location:

Any Location / Remote

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medic