Onsite Software Test Engineer with DOE Q Clearance

Progressive IT; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive IT in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Software Test Engineer to validate mission-critical software in a secure, high-performance environment. The role focuses on automated test development, system validation, and collaboration with engineering teams to ensure quality throughout the lifecycle. Requirements include U.S.

Citizenship, DOE Q-level clearance to start, and onsite work only. Experience with CI/CD, Docker, Linux/UNIX, and cloud technologies is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, developing, and executing software test plans and automated testing solutions.
• Programming experience with Python.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with software development and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute automated and manual software test plans and test cases.
• Build and maintain automated testing frameworks and scripts.
• Validate software against functional and system requirements.
• Identify, document, and troubleshoot software defects while tracking test progress and results.
• Partner with software developers and cross-functional teams to improve product quality and test coverage.
• Recommend and implement testing tools, processes, and best practices.
• Participate in software development, risk assessment, and quality assurance activities throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Python

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Docker

Linux/UNIX

Cloud technologies

CI/CD pipelines

Bash scripting

Job description

Progressive IT in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Software Test Engineer to validate mission-critical software in a secure, high-performance environment. The role focuses on automated test development, system validation, and collaboration with engineering teams to ensure quality throughout the lifecycle. Requirements include U.S.

Citizenship, DOE Q-level clearance to start, and onsite work only. Experience with CI/CD, Docker, Linux/UNIX, and cloud technologies is preferred.