Software Engineer in Test

The Software Engineer in Test will be responsible for the integration and acceptance testing of Security Computer Systems, including user interfaces, server applications, integrated video surveillance subsystems, integrated access control and intrusion detection subsystems, and various other software and system components related to the security of critical infrastructure facilities such as nuclear power plants. Candidate may work on multiple stages of testing including requirements and design, software verification, and system integration and validation.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES & CORE FUNCTIONS

• Capturing and analyzing customer and stakeholder requirements.
• Developing and maintaining test documentation, including plans, procedures, and reports.
• Performing manual execution of written test procedures, exploratory testing, regression testing, and performance testing.
• Identifying and documenting software and system defects.
• Reviewing software defect trends, identifying systemic root causes and process improvements, and recommending new approaches, tools, and techniques that drive continuous improvements in software and system testing processes.
• Configuring and using lab equipment and components utilized in the test environment.
• Participating in cross-functional project teams representing the test engineering team.
• Understanding and following all related software and systems engineering processes and procedures.
• Travel 0-25%
• Other duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS

Required

• Bachelor of Science degree in a technical discipline (Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, etc.) with minimum 2 years’ experience, or 5 years’ experience in a related field.
• Formal software and system engineering life cycles and processes (planning, documentation, execution, analysis, and reporting).
• Requirements-based testing and management of requirement-test case traceability.
• Software verification testing.
• System validation testing.
• Demonstrated ability to complete assigned tasks on-time and within budget in a results-driven environment. Ability to operate multiple projects/assignments concurrently while adjusting to changing priorities.
• Strong problem solving, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and engage in continuous learning.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, including the ability to work with remote team members.
• Interpersonal skills to collaborate and build strong relationships with people of diverse roles and all levels of management to develop and improve solutions, and to build and maintain rapport and teamwork.

Preferred

• Basic knowledge of Kanban software development methodology and waterfall project lifecycle.
• Defect tracking tools and workflows (e.g. Jira).
• Requirements capture and traceability (e.g. Jama Connect).
• Automated test tools and developing automated test procedures/scripts (e.g. Python, TestComplete).
• Automated build and continuous integration (e.g. Jenkins, TeamCity).
• Programming in high-level software development languages (e.g. C++, C#).
• Use of relational databases (e.g. Oracle, SQL).
• Virtualized environments (e.g. VMware).
• Familiarity with cyber security controls (e.g. endpoint protection, firewalls, intrusion detection, Active Directory, security information and event management).
• Industry familiarity (e.g. physical security, SCADA, biometric scanners).
• Adherence to software quality standards (e.g. ISO-9001).