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Summary:
We are seeking a Software Test Engineer in Huntsville, AL (Hybrid, 2-3 days in-office) to develop and execute automated testing for high-performance applications using Python, C++, Pytest, and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring software quality in a DevSecOps environment; Secret Clearance required, with a salary of $120K-$140K per year.
Position: Software Test Engineer
Location: Huntsville, AL (Hybrid - Required in office 2-3 days per week)
Clearance Requirements: Secret Clearance Required
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: $120,000/yr.-$140,000/yr.
Position Overview:
Our client is looking for a Software Test Engineer with strong experience in Python, C++, Pytest, automation testing, and continuous integration to support the development and deployment of high-performance applications. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in automating test processes, improving software quality, and ensuring seamless integration within a DevSecOps environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts using Python, Pytest, and C++.
- Develop and maintain automation frameworks to enhance software testing capabilities.
- Collaborate with developers and DevOps teams to integrate automated testing into Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Perform functional, regression, performance, and scalability testing to ensure software reliability.
- Identify, document, and track defects using industry-standard tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to validate software functionality and enhance product quality.
- Enhance test coverage and streamline testing processes for embedded systems, APIs, and full-stack applications.
- Conduct root cause analysis of failures and work with developers to resolve defects efficiently.
- Maintain test plans, test cases, and testing documentation to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Support Agile and DevSecOps methodologies to optimize software delivery processes.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 3+ years of experience in software testing, with a focus on automation.
- Strong programming skills in Python and C++.
- Proficiency in Pytest for test automation.
- Experience working in CI/CD environments, using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
- Knowledge of Linux-based testing environments and command-line interfaces.
- Hands-on experience with version control systems like Git.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) is a plus.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, Agile environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Understanding of security testing and compliance in federal environments.
- Familiarity with additional testing frameworks such as Selenium or Robot Framework.
- Knowledge of networking protocols and embedded system testing.
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