Quality Engineer (Remote)

Groundswell is a premier technology integrator resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is a small company culture with big company reach and results. Are you ready to be audacious, be bold and drive change at a rapid pace? Join us, where we’ll make a greater impact together.

What You’ll do:

• Automated and manual test design and execution
• Plan, execute, and report on software development and maintenance testing.
• Review and provide recommendations regarding test documentation.
• Develop test plans and procedures in support of system evaluation based upon specifications and technical data articulated in requirements documents.
• Develop and implement data collection plans based on data collection requirements, including training for operators and data collectors.
• Conduct required reviews of all data collection forms and operational logs collected during the test.
• Review Test Incident Reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Support analysis of documented user requirements and assists in the design of test plans in support of user requirements.
• Works and collaborates with testing working groups for test-related issues and topics.
• First point of contact for technical escalation.
• Handle tickets and assign tickets to team members and ensure closure.
• Provide timely communication regarding upgrades and downtimes (planned & unplanned), system changes, or common issues.
• Coordinate and perform regular follow-ups with various production baseline teams.
• Monitor test system performance and provide performance statistics and reports.
• Coordinate troubleshooting and resolve hardware and software problems of various application servers and appropriately escalate issues to management or the supporting groups as needed.
• Perform technical reviews. ensure adherence to quality processes.
• Metrics data collection, dashboards, and management.

How You’ll Excel In Your Role:

• Knowledge of DOT
• Strong written and verbal communication skills that translate well into requirements baselines that both technical experts and business owners can understand
• Able to explain difficult concepts to non-technical users
• Ability to provide detailed, comprehensive, testable, and traceable process components in several formats including, but not limited to Business Requirements, Functional Requirements, Data Requirements, System Software Specifications, Use Cases, etc.
• Write testing requirements that both technical experts and business owners can understand
• Excellent time management, scheduling, and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail, writing skills, and presentation skills

Required Experience:

• BA/BS in Computer Science or related field
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance
• 3+ years of experience serving in a quality role on software development projects
• Experience testing SharePoint/Microsoft 365, .Net, and Atlassian platforms
• Proficient with automated testing using Selenium or SpecFlow
• Familiarity with Agile practices and the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle)
• Must be willing and able to work EST hours

Preferred Experience:

• Public Trust Clearance
• Knowledge of SQL queries
• Use of Microsoft 365
• Experience with web application testing
• Experience with Jira

Skills:

Certification:

Why You’ll Never Want to Leave:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Account
• 4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development
• Flexible work schedule
• On-site gym and childcare option

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Groundswell, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

$73,337.00 – $151,628.00

NOTE: Groundswell does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Groundswell and Groundswell will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Groundswell is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Read a copy of the Company’s Affirmative Action Statement.

Additional Resources:

• EO 13496 Notification of Employee Rights under NLRA
• EEO is the Law Poster and Supplement
• Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us at hr@gswell.com or 703-639-1777.