Junior Software Test Engineer – Automation & QA

Sandia National Laboratories; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 102,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking software testing professionals to join a high‑performing team focused on system integration and testing for space missions. You will work on real‑time decision support ground systems, participate in automated and manual testing, and grow skills in test automation, verification, and system integration.

The role requires collaboration with multiple teams, experience in Python/Java/C++, and the ability to obtain a DOE security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q and SCI clearance.
• Experience with software testing, automation, and test tools.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and testers to define requirements.
• Design, develop, and execute automated tests for space mission software.
• Create and maintain formal test procedures and release notes.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

Confluence

Jira

Zephyr

CI/CD

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking software testing professionals to join a high‑performing team focused on system integration and testing for space missions. You will work on real‑time decision support ground systems, participate in automated and manual testing, and grow skills in test automation, verification, and system integration.

The role requires collaboration with multiple teams, experience in Python/Java/C++, and the ability to obtain a DOE security clearance.