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# Software Test Engineer

- **Company:** The Fountain Group
- **Location:** Allen, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $131,040.0 - $139,360.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Microsoft Windows, Adobe InDesign, Agile Methodology, Software Applications, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, VoIP, Software Quality, Linux, VMware ESX Servers, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Log Analysis, Windows Servers, Network Protocols, Windows PowerShell, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ansible, Selenium, Software Engineering, Wireshark, Virtualization Technology, Performance Testing, Information Technology, Nessus, Testrail, Jenkins
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thefountaingroup.com/job/17473/sdet_test_engineer#apply-now-header

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
 * 5+ years of experience in manual or automated software testing within Agile frameworks.
 * Robust command of Windows and Linux operating systems, virtualization technologies, fundamental networking, and test automation.
 * Basic understanding of Software Development.
 * Testing within Windows Server environments.
 * Utilizing tools such as Python, PowerShell, Jenkins, Ansible, or Selenium.
 * Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines and Agile management tools like JIRA or Azure DevOps.
 * Performing log analysis and troubleshooting using Wireshark.
 * Working with virtualization platforms like ESXi or RHEL-KVM.
 * Proven ability to develop test plans and cases using tools like TestRail or Azure DevOps.
 * Strong foundational knowledge of networking protocols

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience with analog or digital Push-to-Talk (PTT) radio systems
 * Competency in security-focused practices, including Nessus Scanning, system hardening, and secure design reviews

 * Telecommunications/defense industry experience preferred.
 * Any experience with VoIP software applications, specifically those integrated with LMR systems, is a big plus.

## Description

* Pay: $63 - 67/hr to Start!!
 * 6-month assignment, possibility of extension based on budget and performance.
 * Hybrid, 3 days on site, 8 - 5 CST.
 * We are seeking a Software Test Engineer experienced in verifying VoIP software applications, specifically those integrated with LMR systems.
 * The ideal candidate possesses a robust command of Windows and Linux operating systems, virtualization technologies, fundamental networking, and test automation.
 * Collaborate within an Agile environment to enhance software quality across the entire development lifecycle.
 * Engage in design and functional requirement reviews, including the development and presentation of comprehensive test plans.
 * Create and maintain precise test cases for functional, regression, and performance testing.
 * Partner with developers during design phases to ensure features meet necessary testability standards.
 * Automated testing/ Testing automation gaps and Create test cases.


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