What are the responsibilities and job description for the Test Engineer position at Red Gate Group?
Company Description
The Red Gate Group, founded in 2006, is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Company based in Chantilly, VA, providing Systems Engineering & Technical Assistance (SETA) support to clients across the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community. Our motto, "Making a Difference for Country and Client," reflects our deep commitment to national security and service excellence. As an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, 11 paid holidays, immediate 401(k) eligibility with a generous match, and full medical, dental, and vision coverage through Anthem. Our employees enjoy 100% company-paid life insurance and disability benefits, along with professional development assistance for degrees and certifications. We foster a culture of growth and work-life balance, backed by our commitment to supporting both our clients' missions and our employees' success. Join our team and be part of an organization that values both service excellence and employee wellbeing.
Job Description
The Red Gate Group is seeking a skilled Test Engineer to support the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) in Reston, VA. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the software development team, you will play a crucial role in validating, documenting, testing, and deploying applications, ensuring that high-quality solutions are delivered efficiently. With a sharp eye for detail, you will leverage your expertise to continuously identify and prevent defects, working in tandem with software engineers, system engineers, and DevOps engineers to address any issues that arise. By implementing proactive strategies and utilizing automation tools and techniques, you will help streamline the development process, minimizing risks and delivering seamless solutions to customers, ensuring that problems are avoided before they ever reach production.
Qualifications
- 4 years of experience as a software tester
- Experience with the creation of test cases, test suites, requirements matrices, and end-of-test reports
- Experience in developing automated application test scripts with industry tools, including tools, such as Selenium or Functional Tester
- Experience in developing automated API test scripts with industry tools, including SoapUI or Postman
- Experience with contributing to the delivery of automated testing plans, performance test plans, test reports, UAT plans, traceability matrices, and testing artifacts
- Experience with analyzing and documenting software test results
- Experience with designing, implementing, tailoring, and documenting automated test frameworks used on testing projects
- TS/SCI Clearance
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with software development using languages, including Java and Python
- Experience with Agile SDLC and the integration of automated testing into a CI/CD pipeline, including Git and Jenkins
- Experience with developing performance test scripts and scenarios using industry tools, including HP LoadRunner or Performance Center, JMeter, or other tools
- Experience with developing data integrity test scripts on databases, including Oracle and PostgreSQL
- Ability to manage discrepancies identified during testing and collaborate with the software development team to resolve software bugs
- Ability to set testing schedules and provide progress or status to project management and client stakeholders
- Foundation or Advanced Tester Certification
- Automated Test Tool Certifications
Additional Information
The Red Gate Group, Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The Red Gate Group, Ltd. considers applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law. Know Your Rights
