Software Q.A. Spec./App Tester (Senior)

RCT Systems
Herndon, VA, United States
10 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Testing (Software) Java (Programming Language) Software Applications Automation of Tests Bash Shell Code Coverage Databases Database Queries Eclipse (Software) IntelliJ IDEA Apache JMeter PostgreSQL
+12 more
Linux System Administration Linux Commands Load Testing MySQL NetBeans Oracle (Applications) Application Data SQL Databases Strategies of Testing Performance Testing Selenium Webdriver Legacy Systems

Job description

RCT Systems is seeking a Senior Software QA/Application Tester to support multiple software applications ranging from legacy systems to emerging technologies. The role focuses primarily on developing automated tests while also performing manual testing when needed. You’ll collaborate closely with developers and may assist with performance/load testing., * Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Java and Selenium WebDriver.

  • Perform manual testing when automation is not practical.
  • Create comprehensive test plans, test cases, procedures, and test scenarios.
  • Validate application data using SQL (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL).
  • Analyze requirements, identify edge cases, and engineer thorough test coverage.
  • Support performance/load testing using tools like JMeter.
  • Maintain test environments and ensure QA processes follow industry best practices.
  • Work in Linux environments using Bash, vi, and related tools.

Requirements

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph required on day one.
  • Strong automation development experience with Java and Selenium WebDriver (not just record-and-playback tools).
  • Experience writing SQL queries for database validation.
  • Proficiency with IDEs such as IntelliJ, Eclipse, or NetBeans.
  • Linux command-line experience (Bash scripting, vi).
  • Expertise in both manual and automated testing methodologies.
  • Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to independently design effective test strategies.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving technical environment.

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance)
  • Immediate 401k vesting
  • Generous PTO and flexible schedules
  • $500.00 annual technology allowance

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