QA Test Engineer **Remote**

Overview

We have a Remote Work Program where team members have the opportunity work from home the balance of the work week. More details will be provided during the interview process.

About Global Connections to Employment

Global Connections to Employment (GCE) is a nationwide team providing jobs for people with significant disabilities, including our war-wounded veterans. Since its establishment in 1986, GCE has helped match team members to fulfilling careers, from custodial services to facilities maintenance and food services, plus other business lines in between. Working with customers from the U.S. military, commercial business and community partners - as well as federal, state and local governments - GCE is one of the country's largest private employers of persons with disabilities. Learn more at GCE.org.

Position Overview

The Quality Assurance Test Engineer performs quality assurance activities with little supervision for one or more software development projects. Assists with the development of project Software Quality Assurance Plan and the implementation of procedures that conform to the contract requirements. Provides input into the assessment of how the project's software development process is being implemented relative to the defined process and collaborates with the team to recommend methods to optimize the organization's process.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field (may substitute equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in software development
• Experience with the following software languages: PL/SQL, C++, Java, JavaScript, Java Framework (i.e., Strut 2 and Spring), Apache Tomcat, Linux (Red Hat), GenEdit
• Experience using version control systems (i.e., CVS, VSS, or TFS)
• Experience using issue tracking software (i.e., JIRA, BugZilla, or TestTrack Pro)
• Intermediate proficiency level with MS Office products
• Understanding of different software development life cycles (i.e., waterfall, iterative, agile, etc.)
• Understanding of both manual and automated testing methodologies, processes, and testing metrics
• Basic understanding of how to create, edit, update SQL statements
• Fundamental knowledge in scripting languages to automate testing tasks
• Ability to develop and document test plans and create/update test cases based on functional/technical specifications
• Ability to develop application testing knowledge on the Windows platform, especially Client/Server .Net and Java applications, data synchronization, Global Platform and Biometrics, and/or XML/SOAP applications
• Ability to learn to independently test .Net and Java client/server software suites with multiple independent components
• Ability to learn to use automated testing tools
• Basic analytical and quantitative skills
• Strong time management skills
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for a public trust clearance or higher.
• U.S. Citizenship (required per government contract)

Compensation:

The compensation range for this position is$67,003.00-$77,401.00 annually.

Location Requirements:

Remote employees must reside in the following states: AK, AL, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, KY, LA, MD, MA, MS, NC, OH, OK, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA.

GCE Benefits:

At GCE, we recognize the importance of offering our team members a competitive and comprehensive benefits plan. In addition to offering voluntary benefits like medical, dental, and vision plans as well as voluntary products such as accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness, GCE also provides employer paid benefits, including Paid Time Off.

Travel Requirements:

Some travel may be required, up to 10% of the time. The travel may be local or national and may be by car, rail, or air.

To Apply:

Interested applicants please visit https://gce.org/work-for-gce/careers/ and complete the on-line application. If you require additional assistance, please call Human Resources at 850-495-3512.

Global Connections to Employment, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Drug Free Workplace Employer, DRUG TESTING REQUIRED