The client is seeking a talented test automation engineer who will scope, design, implement, and maintain test automation and performance testing frameworks. Success in this role requires strong coding skills as well as an understanding of Quality Assurance principles.
As a Software Engineer, you will be part of a team working on delivering reliable software for our explosive detection systems and enterprise software products. You will assist with the implementation of the test automation framework. You will develop test scripts, provide test documentation and run tests (manually when necessary). You will apply proven analytical and problem solving skills to help validate IT and engineering processes through careful testing in order to enhance product quality.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Implementation and design of software and tools to validate applications.
• Implement Test Automation Frameworks and Test Automation Suites.
• Support/enhanc the regression framework, implement regression tests & documentation.
• Assist in creating, reviewing, and determining amount of code coverage of Unit Tests.
• Effectively communicate testing activities and findings in oral and written formats.
• Provide metrics on software quality.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field or equivalent experience
• Good coding skills in Python for cross-platform projects.
• Hands on approach to debugging and design/code.
• Familiarity with software development process with emphasis on the quality aspects.
• Experience in Linux/Unix, including build, debug & scripting tools.
Desired Characteristics:
• Familiarity with C++, C
• Ability and willingness to learn quickly.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Familiarity with other programming languages, build systems (make/cmake/visual studio), packaging tools.
• Experience with/knowledge of open source test automation frameworks
• Knowledge of web technologies.
Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have 1-2 years experience in software development.
• Must be willing to take a drug test as part of the selection process
• Must be willing to submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process.
• Must be willing to submit to a government background investigation as part of the selection process.
• Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
