What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Automated Software Tester position at SAIC?
Job ID: 2412756
Location: HUNTSVILLE, AL, US
Date Posted: 2024-10-01
Category: Software
Subcategory: SW Testing
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Minimum Clearance Required: Interim Secret
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret
Potential for Remote Work: No
Description
SAIC is supporting the Software, Simulation, Systems Engineering and Integration Directorate (S3I) in support of the Interoperability Engineering System (IES). We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Automated Software Tester to join our team working on the IES software in Huntsville, AL. This position is perfect for candidates with a foundational understanding of software testing and a passion for ensuring quality in software applications. As an Automated Tester, you will play a critical role in verifying the functionality and performance of IES.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute automated test scripts using JavaScript to validate system functionality and performance.
- Collaborate with developers and project stakeholders to identify testing needs and clarify requirements.
- Document and track defects using a bug tracking system, ensuring clear communication of issues.
- Maintain comprehensive test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and scripts.
- Assist in troubleshooting and diagnosing issues found during testing.
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Utilize Git for version control, managing test scripts and related documentation.
- Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies in software testing.
Qualifications
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; Additional six (6) years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
Clearance Requirements:
- Must possess a Secret security clearance or have the ability to obtain one; US Citizenship required.
Required Skills:
- Familiarity with automated testing tools.
- Basic knowledge of JavaScript for writing and modifying test scripts.
- Understanding of version control systems, particularly Git.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Coursework or projects related to software testing or quality assurance.
- Exposure to software development life cycles (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
- Experience with additional programming languages or testing frameworks is a plus.
- Knowledge of Squish is a bonus.
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.
