Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Performs and leads large test teams in documenting and executing integration, regression, and functional testing of complex and moderately integrated systems to ensure compliance with system requirements or use cases by following Navy Federal test practices and policies and utilizing approved testing tools. Writes technically complex level test plans. Conducts the analysis of functional and technical requirements and the creation and editing of test cases for new or modified systems. Detects and documents defects/bugs identified during testing and recommends prioritization for solutioning of defects. Provides coaching to peers on simple test practices. Runs and trouble shoots test automation scripts for systems under test. Works independently with discretion.
Responsibilities- Create complex Test Plan documents utilizing Navy Federal testing standards, methodologies, and templates.
- Perform complex analysis and interpret results; present recommendations, alternatives, risks, dependencies, and downstream impacts.
- Ensure clear, concise, and effective communication of testing activities, including progress reports, defect reporting, risks, blockers, and testing status.
- Coordinate and perform testing of complex systems during System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and end-to-end validation activities.
- Participate in complex System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) activities utilizing SAFe Agile best practices and methodologies.
- Participate in project estimation, planning, and sizing activities for complex projects, enhancements, and production support initiatives.
- Serve as a subject matter expert for testing and automation engineering while mentoring peers and less-experienced staff.
- Create, maintain, and execute complex manual and automated test cases using approved testing and automation tools.
- Design and develop automated test cases with automation, scalability, maintainability, and reusability in mind.
- Execute and troubleshoot complex automated test scripts across web, client-server, API, service-based, and mainframe applications.
- Develop, maintain, and enhance reusable automation components, functions, libraries, and shared testing assets.
- Design, develop, and maintain enterprise test automation frameworks supporting functional, regression, integration, and end-to-end testing.
- Implement and support Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) testing practices within Azure DevOps and related delivery pipelines.
- Develop automated testing solutions for SOAP, REST, SOA, and microservice-based APIs.
- Support cloud-native testing strategies, tools, and frameworks that improve scalability, efficiency, and delivery velocity.
- Update automation parameterization files and troubleshooting scripts utilizing Navy Federal-approved automation frameworks and technologies.
- Utilize advanced testing and automation techniques to identify root causes of defects and provide detailed findings to development teams.
- Create and maintain required testing documentation including test plans, test results, knowledge articles, test evidence, sign-off documentation, and automation artifacts.
- Document defects and manage issues through the established defect lifecycle processes and procedures.
- Collaborate with peers, Developers, business partners and all other stakeholders to ensure business needs are communicated, documented, and satisfied
- Perform analysis related to changes in policies, procedures, and products; determine downstream impacts on testing
- Analyze and identify moderately complex process, data or technology improvement opportunities, provide recommendations to include risk considerations and downstream impacts
- Provide recommendations related to testing practices to facilitate process optimization
- Participate in project and product team meetings, collaborating and contributing while maintaining line of sight on goals and objectives
- 5+ years of experience in software testing, quality engineering, or test automation engineering.
- Advanced knowledge of software testing methodologies, test lifecycle management, defect management, and quality assurance practices.
- Advanced experience building and maintaining enterprise test automation frameworks.
- Advanced experience with OpenText Unified Functional Testing (UFT), including framework development, script development, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
- Advanced experience implementing automated testing solutions for web applications, APIs, services, and enterprise platforms.
- Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD testing practices within Azure DevOps, Azure Pipelines, Jenkins, Bamboo, or similar platforms.
- Experience developing automated tests for REST, SOAP, SOA, and microservices architectures.
- Experience designing scalable cloud-native automation solutions and testing strategies.
- Advanced knowledge of automation architecture principles, reusable test components, and framework design patterns.
- Experience utilizing test management tools such as OpenText ALM, Azure Test Plans, Jira, or equivalent platforms.
- Advanced knowledge of databases and experience creating SQL queries to identify and validate test data.
- Advanced research, analytical, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong knowledge of Agile, DevOps, and continuous testing methodologies.
- Significant experience participating in cross-functional, enterprise-scale projects and Agile teams.
- Advanced verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
- Advanced organizational, planning, prioritization, and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within fast-paced environments and tight deadlines.
- Advanced skill communicating effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Advanced skill exercising initiative, judgment, and decision-making while solving complex technical and business challenges.
- Advanced knowledge of Navy Federal products, services, business processes, applications, and technology ecosystem.
- Experience working in enterprise IT environments supporting large-scale business applications.
- ISTQB Foundation Level Certification (CTFL), ASTQB CTFL, or equivalent testing certification.
- DevOps Institute DevOps Foundation (DOFD) certification or equivalent DevOps certification.
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Additional Information
Hours:
- Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Location:
- 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
- 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks.
Our approach to careers is simple yet powerful: Make our mission your passion.
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Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team’s discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. For additional details regarding compensation and benefits, review the Benefits page of the Navy Federal Career Site.
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Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience in software testing, quality engineering, or test automation engineering
- Advanced knowledge of software testing methodologies, test lifecycle management, defect management, and quality assurance practices
- Advanced experience building and maintaining enterprise test automation frameworks
- Advanced experience with OpenText Unified Functional Testing (UFT)
- Advanced experience implementing automated testing solutions for web applications, APIs, services, and enterprise platforms
- Experience implementing and supporting CI/CD testing practices using Azure DevOps, Azure Pipelines, Jenkins, Bamboo, or similar platforms
- Experience developing automated tests for REST, SOAP, SOA, and microservices architectures
- Experience designing scalable cloud-native automation solutions and testing strategies
- Advanced knowledge of automation architecture principles, reusable test components, and framework design patterns
- Experience using test management tools such as OpenText ALM, Azure Test Plans, Jira, or equivalent
- Advanced database knowledge and experience creating SQL queries for test data validation
- Advanced research, analytical, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills
- Strong knowledge of Agile, DevOps, and continuous testing methodologies
- Significant experience participating in cross-functional, enterprise-scale projects and Agile teams
- Advanced verbal, written, presentation, organizational, planning, prioritization, and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines
- Advanced communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Advanced initiative, judgment, and decision-making skills for complex technical and business challenges
- Advanced knowledge of Navy Federal products, services, business processes, applications, and technology ecosystem
- Experience working in enterprise IT environments supporting large-scale business applications
- ISTQB Foundation Level Certification, ASTQB CTFL, or equivalent testing certification
- DevOps Institute DevOps Foundation certification or equivalent DevOps certification
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field, or equivalent education, training, and experience
Navy Federal Credit Union Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — A pension alongside a strong 401(k) match and additional retirement programs makes long‑term value a standout element of the total package. This combination is positioned as a differentiator among private employers.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage is complemented by on‑site health services at major campuses. Wellness resources and typical offerings like an EAP broaden the health support available.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, plus adoption and surrogacy assistance, indicate meaningful support for growing families. Education assistance further extends family and life‑stage support.
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What We Do
Navy Federal Credit Union is the world's largest credit union with over 12 million members, over $160 billion in assets and over 22,000 employees. As a credit union, we have members, not customers. At our campuses in Vienna, VA, Pensacola, FL and Winchester, VA, and in our more than 350 branches, we serve the men and women of the Armed Forces, Department of Defense, veterans and their families. We deliver world-class service, rooted in the belief that it is an honor and privilege to serve our members. We are committed to providing our members outstanding financial products and services. Navy Federal offers a career, not just a job. We are proud of the robust Total Rewards package we offer to our employees, including competitive salaries, incentive programs, comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, retirement plans with employer match, award-winning training programs, professional development programs, tuition assistance, paid leave, and work/life programs. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal opportunity employer. Android™ is a trademark of Google, Inc. iPhone® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. iPad® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc. App Store(SM) is a service mark of Apple, Inc. Message and data rates may apply. FORTUNE and 100 Best Companies to Work For are registered trademarks of Time Inc., and are used under license. FORTUNE and Time Inc., are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union. For more info, visit navyfederal.org
