Software Tester

SAIC; Tennessee; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a Software Tester to contribute to a mission-critical system for a government agency in a collaborative Agile/SAFe team. The role encompasses manual and automated testing across UI, API, and integrated solutions with Java applications.

You will develop and execute detailed test plans, implement Selenium/Playwright scripts, manage CI/CD testing, and participate in test reviews and performance testing efforts. Strong communication and adaptability are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field; 4 years can substitute.
• 2+ years of IT experience and 2+ years as a Software Test Engineer.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Public Trust (U.S. citizenship).
• Strong manual and automated testing experience and STLC knowledge.
• Experience with Selenium and Playwright for UI/API testing.
• Experience with Java-based applications and basic SQL.
• Familiar with GitHub repos, CI/CD workflows, and Atlassian tools (JIRA/SV).
• Excellent communication and ability to work in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to collaborate with analysts, developers, and testers in an Agile/SAFe setting.

Responsibilities

• Analyze requirements and design manual test cases and automated scripts.
• Perform manual functional, regression, integration, and system testing; log defects.
• Design and maintain Selenium and Playwright test suites for UI/API.
• Work with Java applications to build test frameworks and scripts.
• Run automated tests in CI/CD pipelines; triage failures and report issues.
• Execute load and performance tests; assist with analysis and reporting.
• Track defects from creation to closure with documentation and collaboration.
• Deploy software to test environments and monitor logs for issues.
• Participate in peer reviews of test cases and scripts.
• Support Test Lead in release plans, RTM, regression suites, and test summaries.
• Assist QA checks to ensure deliverables meet client/SAIC standards.
• Collaborate with BAs on requirements and with developers on technical needs.
• Contribute in SAFe/Agile ceremonies and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support testing of solutions involving Pentaho, Liferay, and PowerApps.

Skills

Manual testing

Automated testing

Selenium

Playwright

Java

CI/CD testing

GitHub

SQL

STLC

Agile/SAFe

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

GitHub

JIRA

Subversion (SVN)

Job description

SAIC is seeking a Software Tester to support a highly secured, mission-critical system for a government agency. You will work as part of an integrated Agile/SAFe development and test team, collaborating with developers, testers, and business analysts to ensure the quality and reliability of custom-developed software.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, and passionate about quality, with strong experience in both manual and automated testing.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze complex business and technical requirements and design documents to develop detailed manual test cases and automated test scripts
• Perform manual functional, regression, integration, and system testing; document actual results; and log defects in the defect tracking system
• Design, create, and maintain Selenium and Playwright automated test suites (UI and/or API as applicable)
• Work with Java-based applications to design and maintain appropriate test frameworks and scripts
• Execute automated test suites as part of CI/CD pipelines (e.g., via GitHub workflows/actions); analyze results, triage failures, and report issues
• Execute load and performance tests as needed, and contribute to performance analysis and reporting
• Track defects from creation through closure, with clear documentation and close collaboration with developers to reproduce and resolve issues
• Deploy software to test environments, monitor application and server logs, and identify errors or unexpected behaviors
• Participate in test case and test script peer reviews to ensure completeness, accuracy, and traceability to requirements
• Assist the Test Lead in:
  • Developing and maintaining release test plans
  • Creating and maintaining the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM)
  • Managing the regression test suite (manual and automated)
  • Preparing test summary reports at the end of each testing phase
• Support internal quality assurance checks on deliverables to ensure they are complete, accurate, and adhere to client and SAIC standards
• Collaborate with business analysts on business and functional requirements and with developers on technical requirements
• Work within a SAFe/Agile environment, participating in ceremonies (planning, stand-ups, reviews, retrospectives) and contributing to continuous improvement
• Support testing of integrated solutions involving technologies such as Pentaho, Liferay, and PowerApps where applicable

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (An additional 4 years of experience may be substituted for a degree)
• 2+ years of total IT experience
• 2+ years of experience as a Software Test Engineer or similar role
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust requiring U.S. Citizenship
• Strong experience with both manual and automated testing
• Strong knowledge of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) and testing methodologies
• Proven ability to analyze complex requirements/designs and create detailed test cases and scripts
• Demonstrated experience executing test cases, documenting results, identifying defects, and producing test reports
• Hands-on experience creating and maintaining automated tests using Selenium
• Hands-on experience creating and maintaining automated tests using Playwright (or demonstrated ability to quickly ramp up)
• Experience testing or working with Java-based applications
• Experience with GitHub (e.g., GitHub repos, branching, pull requests, basic CI/CD workflows)
• Experience with configuration management and version control tools such as the Atlassian suite, JIRA, and/or Subversion (SVN)
• Basic knowledge of SQL for data validation and backend testing
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, priority-shifting, deadline-driven environment
• Strong organizational, presentation, and business analysis skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with or exposure to:
  • Pentaho (ETL, data integration, or reporting)
  • Liferay (portal/content management solutions)
  • Microsoft PowerApps (low-code business applications)
• Familiarity with SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) or other Agile methodologies
• Experience creating and editing technical documentation and user manuals for new or upgraded software

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.