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# Software Test Engineer

- **Company:** J&T Business Consulting
- **Location:** Columbia, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Microsoft Windows, Automation of Tests, Unix, Code Coverage, Computer Networks, System Software, Systems Integration, User Interface Testing, Integration Tests, Information Technology
- **Published:** June 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b949e3f30510d26c

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Windows support?, Do you have a Master's degree?, * Six (6) years of experience as a STE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required.

 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
 * A Master's degree may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
 * Four (4) years of additional Test Engineer experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a degree.
 * Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph is required

## Description

* Designs, develops, and implements test plans, test cases, and test processes
 * Designs, develops, and maintains suites of automated tests
 * Performs Integration & Testing activities and Acceptance Testing activities
 * Builds test environments
 * Creates and maintain test environment for automated software testing
 * Experience with at least four (4) of the following knowledge areas:

 * Test automationdevelopment (or demonstrated development experience)
 * Performance/load/stress testing; Data interface testing, User interface testing, Security testing, Code coverage tools, Systems integration testing

 * Provide support for the dispatch system and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process
 * Configure and manage UNIX and Windows (or other applicable) operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoot, maintain integrity of and configure network components, along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance


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