Software Application Tester, Expert

VTG Defense; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

VTG Defense in Chantilly, VA seeks an Automated Tester to join our agile software delivery team. You will write and execute test automation scripts, build testing frameworks, and work with Selenium, Cypress, Java, SpringBoot, Angular, and AWS in a Kubernetes environment.

Responsibilities include reviewing requirements, preparing test data, executing automated and manual tests, reporting defects, and delivering clear test reports to stakeholders while ensuring accessibility and traceability.

Qualifications

• Strong background in software testing and test automation.
• Experience writing and executing test automation scripts.
• Ability to build test automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with AWS, Kubernetes, Java, SpringBoot, and Angular.
• Proficient in using Selenium and Cypress for automation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration in agile teams.

Responsibilities

• Write and execute automated test scripts and build frameworks.
• Review requirements and provide input for quality improvements.
• Prepare test cases, scripts, and data.
• Execute automated and manual functional, regression, and integration tests.
• Report defects and track resolution.
• Analyze results and report testing metrics to stakeholders.
• Prepare and present test reports.
• Create and maintain testing documentation.
• Utilize JIRA for issue tracking and project management.
• Collaborate in an agile environment.

Skills

Software testing

Test automation

Agile practices

Communication skills

Collaborative work

Analytical skills

Education

B.S. in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Selenium

Cypress

JIRA

Kubernetes

AWS

Angular

Java

SpringBoot

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Automated Tester to join our dynamic team. The Automated Tester will primarily work with applications built in AWS, using Kubernetes, Java, SpringBoot, and Angular. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software testing, including writing and executing test automation scripts, building test automation frameworks, and working with automation tools such as Selenium and Cypress. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in an agile development environment.

What will you do?

• Software Testing Experience: Write and execute test automation scripts, build test automation frameworks, and work with automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, etc.
  
• Review Requirements: Review business and software requirements and provide inputs for improvement.
  
• Test Preparation: Prepare test cases, test scripts, and test data.
• Execute Tests: Execute automated, manual functional, regression, and integration tests.
  
• Accessibility Testing: Test the accessibility of applications to ensure they meet accessibility standards.
  
• User Acceptance Testing: Support user acceptance testing processes and activities.
  
• Defect Management: Report defects, assist in their understanding, and track their resolution.
  
• Analyze Results: Analyze test results and track software testing metrics to ensure quality standards are met.
  
• Reporting: Prepare and present test reports to stakeholders.
  
• Documentation: Create and maintain testing documentation to ensure comprehensive coverage and traceability.
  
• JIRA Proficiency: Familiarity with JIRA for tracking issues and project management.
  
• Agile Practices: Knowledgeable with agile development practices to work effectively in an agile team environment.

Do you have what it takes?

• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph
• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Computer Systems Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, etc.
  
• Strong experience in software testing, including writing and executing test automation scripts.
• Ability to build test automation frameworks.
• Experience working with AWS, Kubernetes, Java, SpringBoot, and Angular.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with JIRA and agile development practices.
• Ability to prepare test cases, test scripts, and test data.
• Experience with manual functional, regression, and integration testing.
• Knowledge of accessibility testing standards and practices.