POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Pioneering Evolution is seeking a QA Engineer to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of a Marine Corps software platform's modernized .NET Core applications. The QA Engineer will develop and execute automated and manual test cases to validate software functionality, identify defects, and improve system robustness. This position requires a Secret Clearance and is based in the Washington D.C. metro area, with on-site requirements as needed.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, develop, and execute test plans and test cases for web and API-based applications.
- Implement automated testing frameworks for unit, integration, and regression testing.
- Develop performance and security testing strategies, ensuring compliance with DoD security standards.
- Conduct security testing, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing for web and API applications.
- Ensure API testing coverage using Postman, SoapUI, or RestAssured.
- Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or AWS CodePipeline.
- Collaborate with developers and DevSecOps engineers to resolve defects and improve test coverage.
- Maintain test documentation and contribute to continuous testing improvements.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in software quality assurance and testing.
- Experience with automated testing tools, such as Selenium, JUnit, NUnit, or Cypress.
- Proficiency in scripting test automation using Python, PowerShell, or JavaScript.
- Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience conducting regression testing to validate software updates.
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. security clearance; therefore, U.S. citizenship is required.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE:
- Certified Software Tester (CSTE) or ISTQB Certification.
- Experience with security testing tools, such as OWASP ZAP or Burp Suite.
- Familiarity with performance testing using JMeter or LoadRunner.
WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE OFFER:
In addition to competitive salaries and opportunities for professional development and advancement, our employees enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits. To keep pace with the changing needs of our employees, we continually evaluate benefit plans. Current benefits include:
- Paid time off
- 10 paid holidays
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Legal assistance
- Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
- Company-paid long term and short term disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) plan with company contribution
- Continuing Education Opportunities – We encourage our employees to grow in their areas of expertise and beyond. We believe in strengthening our team through education and we offer a variety of opportunities to pursue individual education, training and development goals. In addition to traditional classroom learning, new employees go through an internal proficiency program to ensure everyone has the skills they need to succeed.
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What We Do
Pioneering Evolution, LLC is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), specializing in management consulting services and software development, headquartered just outside Washington, D.C. in Arlington, VA. Founded in 2004, Pioneering Evolution has earned a reputation as a leader in its field by providing a combination of vast industry-specific experience, custom software development and integration, and award-winning support services—for both small and large government organizations.
