
Posted 3 days ago
Software Test Engineer
AI Summary
Plans, develops, executes and automates test and validation activities for software, middleware and infrastructure in High-Performance Computing environments to ensure reliability, scalability, performance, security and operational readiness.
About this role
Perks and Benefits
- 100% Paid Healthcare
- 10% 401k in every paycheck
- 100% Fully Vested!!!
NOTE – Our positions require a Top Secret clearance, as well as having favorably completed a polygraph. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment Visa.
What You’ll Be Doing (We don’t love the bullet points, but we love the work!)
We are seeking a skilled Software Test Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges including planning, developing, executing, and automating testing activities for software applications, middleware, and infrastructure deployed in High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments to validate system requirements. This position ensures the reliability, scalability, performance, security, and operational readiness of HPC systems. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys technical ownership, tackling unique operational challenges, and making a meaningful impact on systems that directly support critical missions.
Required Experience
- Experience using Linux CLI and Linux tools
- Proficient using Bash/Python scripting for task automation
- Strong understanding of Linux system administration fundamentals
- 3+ years of software testing, quality assurance, or validation experience in Linux environments
- Experience developing and executing test plans for HPC systems
- Experience integrating and testing REST APIs related to HPC systems
- Demonstrated experience in defect tracking and resolution processes
- Experience with software testing methodologies and test lifecycle management
- Experience developing automated test solutions and validation frameworks
- Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools including GitLab CI
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker, PodMan
- Experience with Git Source Control System
- Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)
- Familiar with Splunk for searching, monitoring, and analyzing machine generated data
- Familiar with SAFe Agile principles, methodologies, and best practices
- Familiar with IaC principles and automation tools including Ansible.
- Runs on curiosity, competence, and at least trace amounts of coffee, with room for light-hearted exchanges.😊
Skills
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