C++ Software Engineer

Beacon Hill; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill Technologies seeks a Software Test Engineer in Huntsville, AL to design, execute, and maintain test plans for mission-critical systems. You will perform automated, integration, system, and functional testing while collaborating with engineers to resolve defects.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field, experience in QA, and strong testing methodologies. Active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one is preferred, with a strong emphasis on documentation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical discipline.
• Experience supporting software testing, quality assurance, software development, or automated testing on technical projects.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies including functional, integration, system, regression, and automated testing.
• Experience developing or maintaining software using one or more programming languages such as C#, .NET, C, C++, Java, Python, or similar technologies.
• Ability to troubleshoot software issues, analyze test results, and identify root causes of defects in complex systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional engineering teams and interact with customers or stakeholders.
• Active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, execute, and maintain software test plans, test cases, and test procedures for complex software applications and mission-critical systems.
• Perform automated, integration, system, and functional testing to verify software performance, reliability, and requirements compliance.
• Support the development and enhancement of test automation frameworks, tools, and infrastructure.
• Collaborate with software engineers, systems engineers, and stakeholders to identify, document, and resolve software defects.
• Participate in software quality assurance activities including test strategy development, test execution, defect tracking, and product quality assessments.
• Create, review, edit, and maintain technical documentation, test reports, verification artifacts, and engineering deliverables.
• Support software deployment, fielding, maintenance, and sustainment efforts while contributing to continuous process improvement.

Skills

Software testing methodologies

Test planning & analysis

Written & verbal communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

C#

.NET

C/C++

Java

Python

Job description

• Design, develop, execute, and maintain software test plans, test cases, and test procedures for complex software applications and mission-critical systems.
• Perform automated, integration, system, and functional testing to verify software performance, reliability, and compliance with requirements.
• Support the development and enhancement of test automation frameworks, tools, and infrastructure to improve testing efficiency and coverage.
• Collaborate closely with software engineers, systems engineers, and other stakeholders to identify, document, and resolve software defects.
• Participate in software quality assurance activities, including test strategy development, test execution, defect tracking, and product quality assessments.
• Create, review, edit, and maintain technical documentation, test reports, verification artifacts, and engineering deliverables in accordance with established standards.
• Support software deployment, fielding, maintenance, and sustainment efforts while contributing to continuous process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience supporting software testing, quality assurance, software development, or automated testing activities on technical or engineering-focused projects.
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies, including functional, integration, system, regression, and automated testing practices.
• Experience developing or maintaining software using one or more programming languages such as C#, .NET, C, C++, Java, Python, or similar technologies.
• Ability to troubleshoot software issues, analyze test results, and identify root causes of defects in complex systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively within cross-functional engineering teams and interact with customers or stakeholders.
• Active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Company Profile

Beacon Hill Technologies, a premier National Information Technology Staffing Group, provides world class technology talent across all industries utilizing a complete suite of staffing services. Beacon Hill Technologies' dedicated team of recruiting and staffing experts consistently delivers quality IT professionals to solve our customers' technical and business needs.

Beacon Hill Technologies covers a broad spectrum of IT positions, including Project Management and Business Analysis, Programming/Development, Database, Infrastructure, Quality Assurance, Production/Support and ERP roles.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.