Software Quality Assurance Engineer

Job description

Software Quality Assurance Engineer The Opportunity: Are you looking for an opportunity to not just develop software, but to build software that will support critical missions for national security? As a full-stack software quality assurance (QA) and test automation developer, you can solve a problem with a complete end-to-end solution in a fast-paced, agile environment. We’re looking for a developer with the advanced skills needed to build test automation and high-quality software from vision to production-ready system, and to help mature software development processes and platforms to a DevOps posture, enabled by modern technologies. This role is more than just coding. We need a software developer who will use their passion for secure, quality software and modern development practices to learn new tools and techniques, including using approved AI tools to recommend and implement DevOps software process improvements, automate testing, configure tools to support secure software QA, and mentor teammates. Using tools like GitLab, ReST, FastAPI and others that you may recommend, and software languages, including Python and JavaScript, you’ll build test frameworks, test automation software, and secure software solutions that provide capabilities to support customer missions. You'll leverage communications skills to coordinate with team members and customers in a fast-paced mission environment and collaborate within the Atlassian Suite of tools. You’ll analyze the needs and environment to make sure the solution you’re developing considers the current architecture and operating environment, as well as future functionality and enhancements. Join us as we build systems to change national security missions for the better. Join us. The world can’t wait. You Have: Experience with Software development in Python or JavaScript Experience with software testing, including automated testing Experience with IDEs like VS Code, Visual Studio, or Jetbrains Experience with Docker or Podman Experience with Git, RESTful APIs Experience implementing version control approaches in software pipelines TS/SCI clearance Bachelor’s degree in CS or an Engineering field and 3+ years of experience with software, database engineering, or software testing, or 7+ years of experience with software, database engineering, or software testing in lieu of a degree Nice If You Have: Experience with Cypress Experience automating software processes with Github Actions or other automation platforms Experience working with Atlassian Suite, and in the Agile software lifecycle, including Scrum and Kanban approach Clearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance is required. Compensation At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page. Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $61,900.00 to $141,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date. Identity Statement As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud. Candidate AI Usage Policy AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided . Work Model Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings. Remote : If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility. Hybrid : If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility. Onsite : If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.