C++ Software Engineer - Test Automation (Clearance)

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

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