Software Tester - Test Automation

Software Tester - Test Automation

Job Locations


US-CA-Santa Clara

Requisition ID


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Position Category


Information Technology

Clearance


Secret

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a skilled software tester with test automation experience who will work as part of the test automation team on the Theater Mission Planning Center (TMPC) program, part of the Navy's Tomahawk Missile program.

Peraton develops several TMPC applications, providing support for tactical and training operations. Functions provided by these applications include mission planning; data distribution; strike planning, rehearsal, and coordination; strike execution, monitoring, and control; strike reporting; and communications configuration and data management/delivery.

The primary focus of your test role on the test automation team, in collaboration with your team members, is to develop and execute automated tests to verify system behavior. Tests are written for both API and UI testing. This role may have the ability to work in a hybrid capacity, but is primarily on-site in Santa Clara, CA.

While testing is the primary responsibility, you will perform non-test activities, as needed and able, to support the overall focus and commitment of the team.

As part of the team, you will:

Learn the system behavior
• Learn the program's processes and procedures
• Develop and execute automated tests, following team/project conventions
• Report test findings and document new errors per team/project conventions
• Understand hardware configurations and applications/capabilities for each configuration
• Provide or validate estimates for assigned tasks
• Contribute to the evolution of the team/project standards and conventions
• Participate in Agile ceremonies (e.g., Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-up)
• Work in a collaborative team

Qualifications

• 2 years with BS/BA; 0 years with MS/MA; 6 years with no degree
• US Citizen and Active DoD Secret Clearance or the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance
• Experience with test automation for API and UI testing, with a working knowledge of Python and Selenium
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong writing skills
• Ability to follow procedures
• Ability to work within a collaborative team environment
• Attention to detail
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
• Familiarity with configuration management tools, including Azure DevOps (TFS)
• Familiarity with Visual Studio or other IDEAn

The following knowledge and experience are a plus:

• Software background with an understating of software development lifecycle methodologies, including Agile

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.