Software Quality Engineer

The Opportunity:
CACI is looking to hire a full-time Software Quality Engineer in the Herndon, VA or Thousand Oaks, CA area.
To qualify for this position, a candidate must have at least 2 years of experience designing and implementing automated software test systems for real-time web-based and native applications. Candidate must be an independent, critical thinker with a focus on using technology to scale testing to meet the demands of an evolving set of products.
U.S. Citizenship is required, and successful candidates must be willing and able to obtain a security clearance and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Responsibilities:
The candidate in this position will perform many duties including the following: 
• Review requirements, specifications and technical design documents to provide timely and meaningful feedback
• Create detailed, comprehensive and well-structured test plans and test cases
• Estimate, prioritize, plan and coordinate testing activities
• Design, develop and execute automation scripts and manual test procedures
• Identify, record, document thoroughly and track bugs
• Review user interfaces for consistency and functionality
• Perform thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved
• Develop and apply testing processes for new and existing products
• Monitor debugging process results
• Track quality assurance metrics, like defect densities and open defect counts
• Stay up-to-date with new testing tools and test strategies
Qualifications:
Required: 

The candidate qualifying for this position will meet the following requirements: 
• Experience with office and collaboration software including Microsoft and Atlassian Confluence
• Experience working with a defect tracking system such as Atlassian’s JIRA
• Experience working with test case management tool such as XRAY
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process
• Experience with automation architecture, methodologies, processes, and tools
• Experience with programming languages such as BASH, Python, and JavaScript 
• Experience with the testing of web-based user interfaces 
• Experience testing with multiple web browsers
• Experience with systems working with real-time data
• Experience with Linux OS
• Possess a solid understanding of computer systems and networking 
• Solid written and verbal communications and reporting skills
 
Other skills of interest relevant to this position include: 
• Experience using virtual machines to support testing
• Experience with systems working with radio spectrum applications
• Experience writing and implementing software test harnesses 
 
Further the candidate must have and demonstrate the following personal qualities: 
• Strong customer focus with the ability to approach testing from a customer’s perspective
• Self-motivated with the ability to work well both in groups and independently
• Solid organization skills with an attention to detail

The ideal candidate will have a BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems or a related field or significant practical work-related experience/certifications. 

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.