Test Engineer 3

BCT LLC
Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
19 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
8 years minimum
Compensation
$190,000.0 - $291,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Java (Programming Language) JIRA Automation of Tests C Sharp (Programming Language) Command-Line Interface Software Debugging Python (Programming Language) Scrum Methodology Selenium SoapUI Software Configuration Management Gitlab
+7 more
Containerization Kubernetes Information Technology Restful APIs Docker Jenkins Programming Languages

Job description

The candidate will be a dedicated tester with experience in both the Software and Hardware worlds. A tester in this role will enable other test teams and testing activities by designing testing postures/frameworks at a macro level and supporting work performed at the micro level. Members of this team will get a broad spectrum of the entire effort and help drive testing design/ improvements.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional agile teams to understand project requirements and user stories.
  • Understand HW Intricacies to help prioritize testing based on risks.
  • Design and prototype automated test frameworks for applications and REST APIs.
  • Analyze requirements and generate test use cases.
  • Identify, analyze, and report defects.
  • Verify fixes and track issues to resolution.
  • Perform manual testing when necessary to supplement automated testing efforts.
  • Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-up meetings, sprint demos, and retrospectives.

Requirements

If you are seeking a meaningful work experience along with a workplace culture that thrives on teamwork, we invite you to explore this career opportunity to join us., * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) with 8+ years of experience.

  • If the degree is not in the STEM field, must have an additional 5 years of Testing for a total of 13 years.
  • Familiarity with programming languages such as Python, Java, or C#.
  • Comfortable with Linux/Unix command line interface and command execution.
  • Experience designing and developing automated test frameworks from scratch.

Desired skills:

  • Familiarity with Hardware and how it influences Software configuration/performance.
  • Familiarity with modern test automation tools and libraries (e.g., Selenium, SOAPUI, Python)
  • Familiarity with debugging mechanisms across various languages.
  • Familiarity with Container technologies (e.g., Docker, Podman) and orchestration technologies (e.g., RKE2)
  • Understanding of software configuration management practices and CVCD tools (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins).
  • Solid understanding of Scrum and agile methodologies.
  • Experience creating user stories and defining acceptance criteria.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to analyze requirements and create detailed test cases.
  • Knowledge of JIRA or similar tools for tracking issues and managing tasks.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to work effectively both independently and in a team.

Benefits & conditions

Pulled from the full job description

  • Referral program
  • AD&D insurance
  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings account, * Very competitive 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
  • Independent 401(k) and Investment Advisory Services
  • BCT-Funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Health/Dental/Vision Coverage
  • Competitive PTO & Federal Holiday package
  • Life/AD&D/Disability Coverage paid 100% by BCT
  • Generous Employee Referral Program
  • Tuition/Training Reimbursement
  • Gym Membership Program
  • Pet Adoption Program
  • Several Scholarship Opportunities- available to BCT family members/dependents

Salary Range: $190,000 - $291,000

About the company

BCT LLC is seeking a Test Engineer 3. The ideal candidate must possess an active TS/SCI with POLY. This position is located in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. CI Poly must be less than five years old.

A career at BCT LLC means being part of something bigger than yourself. Our success comes from the dedication of our people and their commitment to delivering meaningful solutions for our customers and their missions. If you’re looking for a supportive, team-oriented workplace where collaboration and shared success matter, we invite you to explore a career with BCT LLC., BCT LLC is a small business founded in 2006. Since then, BCT has worked tirelessly to construct a foundation laser-focused on its core values of Humility, Respect, Integrity, Loyalty, Kindness, Gratitude, Innovation, and Initiative. In mobilizing these values, BCT has delivered exceptional service to its valued customers and seeks to maintain that reputation at each step. Headquartered in Annapolis Junction, MD, they serve customers throughout the DMV and beyond. With a combined 70 years of experience directly supporting the missions of National Security, BCT’s leadership knows their business better than most. Employees find themselves highly supported by a dedicated and available home-office team and leadership whose focus is their employees’ success and happiness. In short, BCT does a small business like none other - check out the difference!

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