Software Test Engineer - Expert

Software Test Engineer - Expert

Want an opportunity to support an Intelligence mission customer as a Software Test Engineer? Excited about using the latest and greatest front-end technologies? We are looking for you! BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world. At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer a flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Software Test Engineer with exceptional communication and technical skills. The ideal candidate will ensure the delivery of high-quality software products by designing, executing, and maintaining comprehensive test plans while navigating complex stakeholder expectations with professionalism and clarity. This program will deliver engineering services on a GOTS software application. The ideal candidate will be able to:

• Test the user interface for expected behavior and accessibility
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including developers, product owners, senior leadership and other key stakeholders to understand project goals and quality standards.
• Conduct security testing for the API and ensure that the applications remains stable
• Create and manage JIRA tickets for bugs and/or tasks
• Assist with content management in Confluence and help improve overall team workflow visualization in JIRA.
• Lead Tier 1 and 2 troubleshooting efforts post-launch and support documentation efforts
• Help with security log reviews, supporting tools like Elastic Real User Monitoring (RUM), App Performance Monitor (APM), and UMPIRE reviews.
• Communicate testing results, risks, and recommendations clearly and concisely to technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proactively identify, document, and track software defects and work with team to drive timely resolution
• Adapt testing strategies in response to shifting priorities and evolving business needs, while maintaining a high level of quality
• Manage expectations and provide regular status updates to demanding senior leadership with transparency and tact
• Participate in design and code reviews to provide feedback from a quality perspective

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

A minimum of eleven (11) years of relevant experience with Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees; thirteen (13) years relevant experience without a degree.

Familiarity with Swagger

Experience testing APIs for security

Experience testing for accessibility

Experience conducting application demos

Experience with JIRA and Confluence

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with senior leaders

Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure, handle multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Experience working with demanding stakeholders and managing expectations diplomatically

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Experience in Agile/Scrum development environments

Familiarity with test automation frameworks and scripting

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $146670 - $249330

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

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