Test Engineer

Bart & Associates, LLC; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mid-level Test Engineer to support a federal government client. This role offers the chance to work with a dynamic team while contributing to critical missions for the United States Customs and Border Protection. The ideal candidate will engage in creating test strategies, documenting results, and collaborating on complex testing scenarios. With a focus on employee growth and a collaborative culture, this opportunity is perfect for those passionate about technology and problem-solving. Join a company that values dedication and offers robust benefits for its employees.

Benefits

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Dental Coverage

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Pet Insurance

Commuter Transit Benefits

Free Virtual Exercise Subscription

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Formal Mentorship Program

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a Java-based development environment.
• Experience with API and data validation testing.

Responsibilities

• Create test strategies and solutions with the development team.
• Document test strategies and results as needed.

Skills

API Testing

Data Validation Testing

Test Plan Creation

Jira

Web Application Testing

SQL

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT or related field

Tools

Jira

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Description

Test Engineer

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value - not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We'd love for you to join our team!

Job Summary

B&A is looking for a Mid-level Test Engineer to [join a contract with a federal government client] in support of an important mission. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a great team while supporting the United States Customs and Border Protection.

Responsibilities

• Work with the development team to create test strategies and customized solutions
• Help collect and develop test data and technical information used for creating test suites
• Document test strategies and results as needed
• Engage with complex and data heavy test scenarios
• Learn automated testing, if desired

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience in a Java-based development environment, as a tester or other IT related role

Required Skills

• Experience Interface testing (API's, EDI, middleware testing) and data reconciliation / validation testing (conversion testing)
• Experience with creating test plans based on gathered requirements and documenting test results
• Working knowledge of issue/bug tracking tools (such as Jira)
• Experience with testing web-based/cloud applications
• Experience writing new test cases and modifying existing ones

Desired Skills

• Experience with writing SQL to query data from databases
• Ability to collaborate with team members to ensure client needs and expectations are met or exceeded
• Ability to research problems, identify a root cause, and recommend and implement a solution
• Aptitude for picking up technology quickly along with a desire to learn and progress
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrates a passion for solving complex software challenges, and enjoys working alongside fellow team members to make that happen

Security Clearance

• Required active DHS, CBP or Top-Secret clearance.

More About B&A:

Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A's 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A's offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.