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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # STINGRAI Software Quality Engineer (Engineer Software 2) - 29229 - **Company:** HII Mission Technologies - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Salary:** $90,166.0 - $155,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Code Coverage, Software Documentation, Software Quality, Software Debugging, DevOps, Software Architecture, Software Maintenance, Software Deployment, Software Troubleshooting, SC Clearance, Devsecops - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9010557/stingrai-software-quality-engineer-engineer-software-2-29229 ## About the Role * Level 2: 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience. * Level 3: 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience. * Level 4: 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience. * Experience with software-quality engineering, automated testing frameworks, and manual testing practices. * Strong knowledge of performance-testing tools, design principles, and testing infrastructure. * Experience developing performance strategies, metrics, and analysis documentation. * Ability to review, evaluate, and audit automated testing solutions, including code quality and architectural decisions. * Proficiency in debugging and troubleshooting software issues. * Knowledge of Agile, DevOps, and DevSecOps methodologies and their application to testing and quality assurance. * Experience producing and maintaining software documentation and quality-management materials. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate test coverage, identify gaps, and recommend improvements. * Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working with cross-functional technical teams. * Ability to multitask, prioritize activities, and manage quality processes throughout the product lifecycle. * Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Top-Secret clearance. Physical Requirements Adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements Software Engineer family. ## Description This requisition supports hiring at multiple experience levels. Final placement will be determined based on the selected applicant's qualifications, experience, and skill sets. STINGRAI: Advancing Mission Success Through Intelligence, Innovation, and Operational Excellence Every day, HII helps U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) and its mission partners stay ahead of evolving threats by delivering the intelligence, technology, and operational expertise needed to protect U.S. interests across the Western Hemisphere. Join our team on STINGRAI and support mission-critical operations through advanced intelligence, surveillance, cyber, engineering, and all-domain capabilities that strengthen regional security, enable informed decision-making, and help defend our nation today while preparing for tomorrow's challenges. What You Will Do * Provide guidance on automation frameworks and testing standards to promote consistent, high-quality automated and manual testing practices. * Design, develop, and maintain performance-testing infrastructure and create performance-strategy plans in coordination with cross-functional teams. * Support teams by generating metrics, analysis artifacts, and performance-related documentation. * Participate in validation and acceptance phases of the product lifecycle, ensuring products are fine-tuned for release. * Produce required software documentation and maintain quality-management artifacts throughout the project lifecycle. * Debug and troubleshoot software issues to support end-users and ensure system stability. * Review and audit existing test automation-internal and from onshore/offshore providers-including code quality, architecture, frameworks, tools, test steps, and verification points. * Incorporate software-development best practices including Agile methodologies, DevOps, and DevSecOps principles. * Maintain a strong partnership with development teams to ensure quality is embedded throughout the entire development and deployment process. ## Related Videos - [Let’s Talk Quality!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100012-let-s-talk-quality) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Let's Talk Quality! - Lilia Gargouri](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1815-let-s-talk-quality-lilia-gargouri) - [DevSecOps: Security in DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/36-devsecops-security-in-devops) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)