Software Test Engineer

Socket.dev; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

ICF is seeking a Software Test Engineer to develop and execute a comprehensive testing approach for a government modernization effort, with emphasis on automated testing, API and backend validation, and Agile quality engineering.

Remote work is authorized in the US Eastern time zone. The role requires five years of automated testing experience and coding in Java, Python, or C, with collaboration across developers, the Product Owner, and client stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in automated software testing and detailed test planning and execution.
• Experience with API and backend validation, and database verification.
• Ability to pass successful Public Trust background check and US citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain automated end-to-end, integration, regression, and API tests.
• Develop detailed test plans, test cases, test data, and traceability artifacts.
• Execute tests, identify and reproduce defects, and support root-cause analysis.
• Validate APIs, backend services, database results, security requirements, and Section 508 compliance.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and report quality metrics.
• Collaborate closely with developers, the Product Owner, and client stakeholders.

Skills

Automated testing

Test planning

Agile delivery

Stakeholder collaboration

Public Trust background check

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Selenium

Appium

Pytest

TestNG

Postman

JMeter

Job description

The Work

Our Digital Modernization Division is an information technology and management consulting department that offers integrated, strategic solutions to public- and private-sector clients. ICF brings the expertise, agility, and commitment to design, build, and operate high-performance IT solutions that support clients' missions.

The Software Test Engineer will develop and execute a comprehensive testing approach for the government modernization effort, with emphasis on automated testing, API and backend validation, database verification, defect analysis, and Agile quality engineering.

Job Location

Remote work is authorized. Must support US Eastern time zone working hours.

*If you accept this position, you should note that ICF does monitor employee work locations blocks access from foreign locations/foreign IP addresses and prohibits personal VPN connections.

What You Will Do

• Create and maintain automated end-to-end, integration, regression, and API tests.
• Develop detailed test plans, test cases, test data, and traceability artifacts.
• Execute tests, identify and reproduce defects, and support root-cause analysis.
• Validate APIs, backend services, database results, security requirements, and Section 508 compliance.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and report quality metrics.
• Collaborate closely with developers, the Product Owner, and client stakeholders.

What You Will Bring With You

• Candidate must reside in the U.S., be authorized to work in the U.S., and all work must be performed in the U.S.
• Candidate must have lived in the U.S. for three (3) full years out of the last five (5) years
• Candidate must be able to pass successful Public Trust background check
• US Citizenship is required by the federal government for this position
• Minimum five years of experience in automated software testing and detailed test planning and execution.

What We Would Like You To Bring With You

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; directly related experience may be considered in place of education.
• Experience with Selenium, Appium, Pytest, TestNG, Postman, or JMeter.
• Experience using Java, Python, or C for test automation.
• SQL skills and experience with CI/CD, defect tracking, and source-control tools.
• Ability to work effectively in Agile delivery teams and collaborate with government and contractor stakeholders
• Testing or quality certification.
• Experience with pipeline-integrated automation and Section 508 testing.

Professional Skills

• Highly effective analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively across business, technical, and client teams.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple assignments in a delivery-focused environment.

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we're not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer.Together, our employees are empowered to share theirexpertiseand collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To requestan accommodation,please email [e-mail] and we will be happy toassist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extentrequiredto provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplacediscriminationrights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) CoverageAct.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is notpermitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at [e-mail]. Weare dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$81,499.00 - $138,549.00Nationwide Remote Office (US99)