Test Architect

Science Applications International Corp.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Science Applications International Corp. (SAIC) is seeking a Test Architect to support the Software Engineering Directorate at Redstone Arsenal.

This hands-on role focuses on designing, developing, and managing development and test environments, tools, and hardware emulators for software integration in a hardware-in-the-loop environment. The position requires collaboration with developers and testers, development of automation utilities, and experience with Linux, virtualization, and test tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical discipline with 9+ years of experience.
• Clearance: ability to obtain Secret clearance; Active Secret clearance preferred; US Citizenship required.
• Experience in Linux environments, Linux programming, and shell scripting.
• Experience developing automated test solutions, virtualization, and test tools, emulators, and simulators.
• Strong troubleshooting and written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with software developers and test engineers to design and maintain development and test environments.
• Design, develop, and maintain test tools, hardware emulators, and simulators.
• Develop utilities and automation solutions to support testing activities.
• Manage software build, integration, and release processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across development and test environments.

Skills

Linux

Shell scripting

Automated testing

Virtualization

Emulators & simulators

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related technical discipline

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking a Test Architect to support the Software Engineering Directorate at Redstone Arsenal. This hands-on role focuses on designing, developing, and managing development and test environments, tools, and hardware emulators to support software integration within a hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with software developers and test engineers to design and maintain development and test environments.
• Design, develop, and maintain test tools, hardware emulators, and simulators.
• Develop utilities and automation solutions to support testing activities.
• Manage software build, integration, and release processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across development and test environments.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline and nine (9) or more years of relevant professional experience; Additional six (6) years' experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

Clearance Requirements

• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
• Active Secret security clearance preferred.
• US Citizenship required.

Required Qualifications

• Experience working in Linux environments.
• Proficiency in Linux programming and/or shell scripting.
• Experience developing automated test solutions.
• Experience with virtual machines and virtualization technologies.
• Experience designing and developing test tools, emulators, and simulators.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience estimating project scope, effort, and schedules.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Experience supporting custom Linux operating systems.
• Knowledge of operating system configuration and management.
• Experience implementing Information Assurance (IA) requirements.
• Experience applying Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).

Target salary range: $100,001 - $140,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.