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# Software Test Engineer

- **Company:** Llc (detroit)
- **Location:** Troy, MI, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $81,000.0 - $117,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), C Sharp (Programming Language), Regression Testing, Software Engineering, Test Scripts, Testcomplete, Information Technology, Playwright
- **Published:** August 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59337521-software-test-engineer

## About the Role

* A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Engineering, or applicable field of study
 * Experience with C#, Java or other program/script language is a plus
 * Ability to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC) and United States Government Security Clearance (minimum requirement is a US Citizen. Applicants that do not meet the requirements will not be considered).

## Description

Veterans Encouraged to Apply: Detroit Defense proudly supports those who have served. We welcome applicants with military experience, including those transitioning to civilian careers. Your leadership, adaptability, and mission-focused mindset are valued here. Detroit Defense is a 3x recipient of the Hire Vets Gold Medallion Award., Detroit Defense is developing the next generation of software-based maintenance tools and has an opening for a Software Test Developer. This role performs software and documentation quality efforts and operates independently of the software engineering group to ensure impartial evaluation of work products. The Software Test Developer works with the Test Lead who coordinates the testing activities, resources and personnel. They will support a large, ongoing software development effort., * Develop and maintain test plans, test descriptions, procedures, and requirements

 * Develop and maintain detailed test reports
 * Conduct software testing as well as full regression testing on software builds prior to release
 * Identify and track bugs found throughout the testing process with root cause analysis (RCA)
 * Develop test automation tools, using tools including but not limited to, TestComplete, TestExecute and\or Playwright Dev.
 * Collaborate with team of colleagues (test engineers and software developers)


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