Junior Software Tester

SAIC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Junior Software Tester to join their Agile Scrum team in Huntsville, AL. The candidate will develop test criteria, execute regression tests, and collaborate with developers. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 1 year of experience in software testing. An active Interim Secret clearance is required. This role may involve occasional travel.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience or 6 years in lieu of degree.
• Must possess an active Interim Secret clearance.
• 1+ years of experience in software testing or QA.

Responsibilities

• Develop test criteria and automated tests.
• Coordinate with developers to report bugs.
• Execute regression tests regularly.

Skills

Software testing

Defect tracking

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

SmartBear TestComplete

Azure DevOps

JIRA

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Junior Software Tester to join a team of software, test, and systems engineers who develop, test, and maintain the Joint Network Design Aid (JNDA) software in Huntsville, AL. JNDA is a Windows-based desktop application used to design Link-16 networks and generate associated output files. The candidate will work on an Agile Scrum team in a largely self-directed but collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop test criteria and test steps to ensure software is functioning properly
• Develop automated tests using SmartBear TestComplete
• Coordinate with developers to report bugs and provide feedback
• Execute regression tests regularly and report issues promptly
• Investigate test failures and document clear steps to reproduce them
• Provide feedback on user interface design
• Participate in Scrum events, including sprint planning, sprint reviews/demonstrations, and daily stand-ups

Qualifications

Required Education

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field with at least two (2) years of relevant experience; Six (6) years\' additional experience can be accepted in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

Required Clearance:

• Must possess an active Interim Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance; US Citizenship required.

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years of software testing, quality assurance, or related experience
• Familiarity with defect tracking tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, JIRA, or similar)
• Basic experience with scripting or programming (e.g., Python, JavaScript, or similar)
• Ability to think critically and logically to identify test scenarios and edge cases
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including bug reporting and documentation
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with automated testing tools such as SmartBear TestComplete, Selenium, or similar
• Experience creating manual test cases and executing test plans
• Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
• Understanding of Agile Scrum and/or DevSecOps practices
• Programming experience with languages such as Python, Java, or C++
• Link-16 or tactical data link knowledge

Travel Requirement

• Occasional travel may be required for this position.