Software Test Engineer - 26-012

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME

MUST POSSESS AN ACTIVE TOP SECRET CLEARANCE WITH THE ABILITY TO OBTAIN A TS/SCI.

WE USE E-VERIFY TO ELECTRONICALLY CONFIRM THE EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY OF NEWLY HIRED EMPLOYEES.

COMPETITIVE SALARY, COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS AND A COMPANY THAT CARES!

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc., an equal opportunity employer, is an established, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Department of Defense, government contractor with core competencies in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity and Systems Engineering. With offices on both the East and West coasts, an inviting culture and above-standard benefits, opportunity abounds for the right individual!

Software Test Engineer - 26-012 - San Diego, CA

AUSGAR Technologies has an exciting NEW opportunity for a Software Test Engineer to join our team of smart and innovative technical team members at NIWC PAC - Seaside in the Point Loma area of San Diego, CA.

The Software Test Engineer will support mission-critical applications and have strong experience in both manual and automated testing, with a focus on UI/UX validation and the ability to work within a modern cloud-based, containerized environment. This role requires close collaboration with development teams in an Agile setting to ensure high-quality software delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute manual and automated test cases to validate application functionality and user experience.
• Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks and scripts.
• Collaborate with development teams to identify, troubleshoot and resolve defects.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Provide detailed reporting on test results, defects and quality metrics.

Work Environment:

• Agile, fast-paced development environment
• Cloud-native and containerized application stack
• Mission-driven programs requiring high reliability and security.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must possess an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• 4-7 years software test engineering experience.
• Strong attention to detail and user experience quality.

Manual & UI/UX Testing

• Demonstrated experience in manual software testing, including:
• UI/UX validation
• Functional testing
• Regression testing

Automated Test Engineering

• Proven experience designing, developing and executing automated test scripts using frameworks such as Selenium and Robot Framework.
• Ability to build robust, reusable and maintainable automation suites.
• Experience creating and managing comprehensive test plans, including scope, strategy and execution processes.
• Skilled in analyzing automated test results, identifying trends and reporting on software quality and test coverage.

Code Comprehension & Debugging

• Ability to read, understand and debug Java code to identify root causes of defects.
• Experience analyzing application logs to troubleshoot issues and validate system behavior.

Technical Environment Proficiency

• Hands-on experience testing within AWS cloud environments.
• Familiarity with container orchestration platforms, such as Kubernetes or OpenShift.

Agile & Collaboration

• Experience working in an Agile (Scrum/Kanban) environment.
• Proficiency in identifying, documenting and tracking defects using standard tools.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with developers, engineers and stakeholders to resolve issues and improve product quality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with CI/CD pipeline integration for automated testing.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps practices.
• Exposure to performance or load testing tools.
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash).

Salary Range: $130K-145K

Based on your qualifications, you will be placed in Level I-V.

An essential qualification for this position is successfully obtaining a security clearance issued by the Federal Government, which may require successful completion of a background check.

We use E-Verify to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

AUSGAR's salary range is dependent upon a variety of factors, which include experience, skills, education, certifications and geographical location. Our salary range includes a base salary and excellent benefits package as part of our total compensation.

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance in completing the application, you have the right to request reasonable accommodation. Please e-mail us at jobs@ausgar.com if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access www.ausgar.com careers page as a result of your disability.