Software Test Engineer

Valiant Solutions is seeking multiple Software Test Engineers to join our rapidly growing and innovative cybersecurity team!

The Test Engineers will support our agile software development practice, aiding an environmentally focused Federal Government client. The agency's programs aim to promote environmental sustainability and protect the natural resources of our planet. As part of this contract, we will be supporting the agency's efforts to develop and maintain information systems that facilitate the tracking and reporting of environmental data. Our team will work closely with the agency to ensure that the information systems are secure, compliant with accessibility standards, and support the agency's business processes.

The Test Engineers will work with the team of software developers to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality software applications. The ideal candidate will have entry level from college with a degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, and have a passion for testing web applications. The successful candidate will have strong communication skills, be able to work closely with business analysts, scrum masters, and other stakeholders, and have a willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Named one of the in the Washington DC area for 11 consecutive years, Valiant is proud of our employee-centric culture and commitment to excellence. If you are interested in learning more about Valiant and this opportunity, we invite you to apply now!

This position allows for 100% remote work. Remote work requires a high level of trust in our employees, and we strictly adhere to the details outlined in our Remote Work Policy below.

Required Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in software testing or quality assurance
• Strong understanding of software testing principles and methodologies
• Experience in both manual and automated testing
• Experience with test automation tools such as Selenium, Appium, or Cypress
• Familiarity with testing tools such as TestRail, JIRA, and Jenkins
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Attention to detail and the ability to troubleshoot and debug issues
• Understanding of security standards and accessibility compliance (Section 508)
• Familiarity with load testing and performance testing methodologies and tools
• Ability to work collaboratively with developers, project managers, and other stakeholders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Passion for delivering high-quality software products
• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is preferred but not required

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts to ensure the quality of software applications
• Lead automation testing initiatives
• Design and implement comprehensive automation strategies for large projects
• Proficiently troubleshoot complex automation issues and provide technical solutions
• Database Testing
• Implement CI/CD Pipeline automation to allow for automatic daily regression testing
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to understand business requirements and ensure the successful delivery of software applications
• Execute test cases and report defects using issue tracking tools such as Jira
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on the testability and maintainability of software code
• Work with the development team to identify and resolve software defects
• Participate in the continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) process to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality software products
• Continuously update test scripts and test cases to reflect changes in software applications and requirements
• Ensure that software development methodologies and best practices are followed, and that code is maintainable, scalable, and testable
• Maintain technical documentation, including test plans, test cases, and release notes
• Provide support to development team members, and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and trends in software testing, and provide recommendations for new tools and techniques that can improve the testing process

Methodologies and Tools:

• Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
• Project management tools (Jira, Trello)
• Collaboration tools (Microsoft Teams, Slack)
• Test-driven development (TDD)
• Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)
• Regression testing
• Integration testing
• Load testing
• Security testing
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
• TestRail for test case management
• Selenium for web automation testing
• Jenkins for CI/CD
• Bitbucket for version control
• Section 508 compliance testing tools (such as WAVE)

About Valiant Solutions

Valiant Solutions is a security-focused IT solutions provider with public clients nationwide. Named one of the fastest growing privately held companies by Inc. 5000, Washington Technology s Fast 50, and Washington Business Journal s Best Places to Work in the D.C. area, Valiant Solutions prides itself on providing its employees with great benefits and career development opportunities. As a company, we are just as committed to growing careers as we are to building world-class IT solutions, all while enjoying an unparalleled work-life balance. We are in a phase of tremendous growth and building the team that will take us to the next level. We seek people whose talents and accomplishments will contribute to a thriving company, who have the character to support their capacity, and can make a positive impact on our culture. Alongside our talented team, you ll learn to think quickly on your feet and expand your own personal and professional skill set. Our management team will inspire you to consider new perspectives and challenge you to become a better practitioner in the fast-paced industry of IT security. We hire people we respect and we trust them to deliver results leveraging their expertise. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment as part of a stellar team of professionals, then we invite you to apply online today.

Benefits Snapshot (includes, but not limited to) Valiant pays 99% of the Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Full-time Employees Valiant contributes 25% towards Health Coverage for Family and Dependents 100% Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Policy for Full-time Employees 100% Paid Certifications 401K Matching up to 4% Paid Time Off Paid Federal Holidays Paid Time On 40 hours to pursue innovation Wellness & Fitness Program Valiant University Online Education and Training Portal Reimbursement for Public Transit and Parking FSA programs for: Medical Costs, Dependent Care, Transit, and Parking Referral Bonuses