Software Quality Engineer TS/SCI Poly - $25k Sign on bonus

Leidos; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in national security is seeking a dedicated Software Quality Engineer to enhance their Cyber & Analytics program. This role involves ensuring the highest quality service through effective process management and continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, collaborating closely with a talented team to implement a Quality Management System tailored for software development. With a strong emphasis on quality assurance and performance metrics, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact while enjoying a generous sign-on bonus and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $25,000

Referral bonus of $5,000

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of experience required.
• 2+ years of experience with Java/JavaScript and DevOps.

Responsibilities

• Implement and execute Quality Management System for Software Development.
• Support continuous process improvement in Software Development and Test.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

Static Analysis Tools

Dynamic Analysis Tools

DevOps

Process Auditing

Data Analysis

Quality Management

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Tools

MS Office Products

Job description

Software Quality Engineer TS/SCI Poly - $25k Sign on bonus

Job #: R-00155636
Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland
Category: Quality Assurance
Schedule (FT/PT): Full Time
Travel Required: No
Shift: Day
Remote Type: No Remote
Clearance: Top Secret/SCI with Polygraph
Referral Eligibility : Eligible
Referral Bonus Amount: $5,000
Sector: National Security

The National Security Sector of Leidos has an exciting career opportunity for a talented Software Quality Engineer! You must have an active TS/SCI Polygraph up front (this is firm).

Comes with a $25k sign on bonus!

You will support a program in the Cyber & Analytics Business Area. You will serve as a member of a team with the responsibility of ensuring the highest quality service is provided to our customer through the generation and control of program processes, performance of regularly scheduled internal process audits, and the consistent facilitation of structured improvement activities. The successful candidate will be an agent for change, possess high energy, have a passion for quality, and be self-motivated. The environment demands the ability to quickly establish working relationships with coworkers/customers in various locations.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

1. Integrate closely with the program team to implement and execute the Quality Management System (QMS) for Software Development and Test.
2. Recommend, facilitate, track, and report on continuous process improvement activities in Software Development and Test.
3. Assist with the program instantiation of the QMS and the deployment and implementation of appropriate QMS processes in Software Development and Test.
4. Support the development and collection of performance metrics.
5. Document and work to resolve nonconformities and requirement escapes via root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action.
6. Support Leidos reporting, such as Quality Management Reviews, In Process Reviews, Weekly Activity Reports, and Monthly Operational Reviews.

Basic Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.
2. Must have at least 2 years of experience with Java/Java Scripts, Static and Dynamic Analysis Tools, DevOps.
3. Must have experience with or in-depth knowledge of software development quality assurance program management plans and/or internal process audits.
4. Must have experience with or strong familiarity with providing Quality Management for Software Development and IT Service Management Projects.
5. Must have experience with or strong familiarity with peer reviews and process auditing.
6. Must have experience collecting and analyzing data and producing actionable metrics.
7. Must have experience related to recommending, facilitating, tracking, and reporting on continuous process improvement activities in Software Development and Test.
8. Ability to multi-task, complete tasks without direct supervision, and function in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
9. Excellent verbal and written skills.
10. Proficiency with MS Office Products (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, & Project).

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience working in Software Development Management, Software/System Risk Management, and/or with Software/IT Contingency and Disaster Recovery Planning and Operations.
2. Experience with 508 compliance.
3. Experience with Agile principles.
4. Experience with Software Configuration auditing.
5. Experience with software peer review processes.
6. Substantial experience with large software/IT programs.