Principal Software Tester

SAIC; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC seeks a Principal Software Tester for a 100% remote role. You will develop and execute test plans, write cases and scripts, and report metrics to ensure high-quality software for critical systems.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in CS/IT/Engineering (Master's with 3+ years acceptable) and 10+ years of experience, with strong SDLC, Agile/Scrum, CI/CD, and testing tools. US citizenship and Public Trust eligibility are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience writing and executing test cases and plans.
• Proficiency with CI/CD and test automation concepts.
• Hands-on with JIRA/Bugzilla and test management tools.
• Experience in functional, regression, integration testing.
• Understanding of security testing practices and SDLC.
• Edifecs experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes test plans, cases, and procedures.
• Performs and leads tests of software and IT systems.
• Documents and communicates test results and metrics.
• Supports issue resolution and risk-based testing.
• Leads test reviews and collaborates with cross-functional teams.
• Maintains test artifacts and ensures quality deliverables.

Skills

Test planning

Manual testing

Automated testing

SDLC knowledge

Agile/Scrum

CI/CD familiarity

Jira/Bugzilla

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Master's degree (optional)

Tools

Git

GitHub Actions

SVN

JMeter

Gatling

Edifecs

JIRA

Bugzilla

Test management tools

Job description

Principal Software Tester

Job ID: 2618481
Location: Remote Work, TX, United States
Date Posted: Oct 28, 2026
Category: Software
Subcategory: SW Testing
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Minimum Clearance Required: None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust
Potential for Remote Work: Remote
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Job Description

SAIC is searching for a motivated, career and customer-oriented Software Testing Prinicpal who performs high-level, day-to-day software testing solutions to join our team and begin an exciting and challenging career. This is a 100% Remote role.

Job Description

• Develops and executes test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure that all information systems products and services meet organization standards and end-user requirements.
• Develops test plans, test schedule, and approach.
• Writes test cases and scripts and identifies data for test scenarios.
• Conducts a walk through on test case/script with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads.
• Performs and leads tests of software and/or IT systems to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects.
• Performs verification activities on work products using defined methods, procedures and criteria with an appropriate verification environment.
• Documents and communicates test results.
• Supports analysis of test results and resolution of open issues.
• Documents and works to resolve all complex problems.
• Reports progress on problem resolution to management.
• Devises improvements to current procedures and develops models of possible future configurations. Creates daily test metrics and reporting.
• Occasionally performs other IT systems engineering activities such as requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support.
• Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines.
• Receives assignments in the form of objectives and establishes goals to meet outlined objectives. Provides direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance.
• Work is reviewed by management to measure whether objectives have been met.
• Provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
• Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable and consistent with organization objectives.
• Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Contributes to completion of specific programs and projects.
• Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts.
• Represents organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelors and ten (10) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience.
• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Advanced certifications in testing or quality assurance (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE, CSQA) are preferred.
• Proven track record of working on complex software projects and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Experience in both manual and automated testing.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Edifecs certification and experience preferred.

Requirements

• Proficiency in writing and executing test cases, test scripts, and test plans.
• Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools (e.g., GitHub Actions).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN).
• Understanding of performance testing and tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling).
• Familiarity in languages such as Java, Python, C# or JavaScript.
• Experience with defect tracking and management tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla).
• Experience in testing COTS products (Edifecs is a plus).
• Understanding of security testing practices and tools.
• Knowledge of different types of testing, including functional, regression, integration, system, usability, and UAT.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into effective test scenarios.
• Experience with test management tools
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
• Ability to conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Strong understanding of risk-based testing, exploratory testing, and context-driven testing.
• Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.

Clearance Requirement

• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
SAIC® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.