• Junior Software Tester

    SAIC (Huntsville, AL)


    Description

    SAIC is seeking a **Junior Software Tester** to join a team of software, test, and systems engineers who develop, test, and maintain the Joint Network Design Aid (JNDA) software in **Huntsville, AL.** JNDA is a Windows-based desktop application used to design Link-16 networks and generate associated output files. The candidate will work on an Agile Scrum team in a largely self-directed but collaborative environment.

    Responsibilities

    • Develop test criteria and test steps to ensure software is functioning properly

    • Develop automated tests using SmartBear TestComplete

    • Coordinate with developers to report bugs and provide feedback

    • Execute regression tests regularly and report issues promptly

    • Investigate test failures and document clear steps to reproduce them

    • Provide feedback on user interface design

    • Participate in Scrum events, including sprint planning, sprint reviews/demonstrations, and daily stand-ups

    Qualifications

    Required Education

    • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field with at least two (2)+ years of relevant experience; Six (6) years' additional experience can be accepted in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

    Required Clearance:

    + Must possess an active Interim Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance; US Citizenship required.

    Required Qualifications

    • 1+ years of software testing, quality assurance, or related experience

    • Familiarity with defect tracking tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, JIRA, or similar)

    • Basic experience with scripting or programming (e.g., Python, JavaScript, or similar)

    • Ability to think critically and logically to identify test scenarios and edge cases

    • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including bug reporting and documentation

    • Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

    Desired Qualifications

    • Experience with automated testing tools such as SmartBear TestComplete, Selenium, or similar

    • Experience creating manual test cases and executing test plans

    • Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines

    • Understanding of Agile Scrum and/or DevSecOps practices

    • Programming experience with languages such as Python, Java, or C+• Link-16 or tactical data link knowledge

    Travel Requirement

    • Occasional travel may be required for this position.

    REQNUMBER: 2510712

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