Peraton is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineerto join our team of qualified diverse individuals. The ideal candidate is a senior testing professional who thrives in dynamic environments provides leadership across Agile Waterfall and Hybrid methodologies and ensures testing excellence through proactive guidance and cross-team collaboration.
This position supports the IRS Enterprise System Testing (EST) program which provides comprehensive testing and quality assurance services to ensure mission critical IRS applications are secure reliable and ready for deployment.
This position will be in Lanham Maryland.
Day to Day Roles and Responsibilities:
Conduct functional and/or integration testing of multiple programs in an IBM mainframe client/server or cloud environment.
Proactively identify use cases for test automation within supported projects.
Use test automation tools to execute test scripts that validate functional technical and performance requirements.
Use Government or Contractor-developed documentation to construct test cases with predetermined results and test data to verify program functionality and/or interfaces through assigned systems.
Review output to determine whether the test results fulfill the established requirements and if necessary notify the responsible programmers both verbally and in writing of errors omissions and inconsistencies in the programs and/or documentation.
Coordinate test activities with project stakeholders.
Coordinate work assignments to ensure timely and accurate completion of testing.
Train other contractors or government personnel in use of automated testing tools.
Lead and oversee testing activities with initiative and accountability applying deep expertise while guiding others and rapidly adapting to new systems and domains.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and 8 years of experience or a Masters degree and 6 years of experience or an Associates degree and 10 years of experience or a High School diploma/equivalent and 12 years of experience
Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident (Green card holder- must have 3 or more US residency)
Must be able to obtain and maintain an MBI clearance.
Demonstrated mastery in software testing bringing deep expertise and advanced problem-solving capabilities.
Experience providing strategic guidance on testing practices across Agile Waterfall and Hybrid delivery models ensuring alignment and quality across diverse project environments.
Experience leading and assisting other Test Engineers.
Must have knowledge and experience working with and supporting the development of an overall test Plan and tailored test plans for each release.
Must have experience preparing comprehensive reports on testing progress/issues and remedial action.
Hands-on experience with Jira and Xray familiarity with Atlassian products version control and collaborative software such as GitHub
Experience using test automation tools such as:
Selenium
UiPath
QTP
HP-UFT
Rational Functional Teste
Preferred Qualifications:
Current active IRS MBI Clearance strongly preferred
Experience working with the federal government
Knowledge of current IRS tax administration software applications
Experience with IBM Mainframe or Unisys Mainframe applications and operations
Market knowledge of various classes of test automation tools including low code/code free automated testing tools
Exposure to wide automation concepts framework & best practices from industry in automating mainframe and web applications
Demonstrated experience in designing & implementing customized test automation frameworks as needed
Experience with the following skills will be considered a significant plus:
Hands on experience with technology standards such as: Java Service Oriented Architecture/Web Services SQL XML Agile Testing Methodology and the ability to proactively respond to emerging technology trends
Utilization of Test Tools such as: Jmeter Junit Parasoft LoadTest Selenium Automated Testing SOAPUI (free version) INFOConnect Pegasus UiPath
Deep understanding of: Databricks platform Medallion architecture (Bronze/Silver/Gold) and PySpark dataframes
Familiarity with Accessibility Tools such as: Freedom Scientific JAWS; ZoomText; Dragon Naturally Speaking
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 worlds 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 cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$80000 - $128000. 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 individuals 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.
Required Experience:
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ResponsibilitiesPeraton is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineerto join our team of qualified diverse individuals. The ideal candidate is a senior testing professional who thrives in dynamic environments provides leadership across Agile Waterfall and Hybrid methodologies and ensures testing excell...
Responsibilities
Peraton is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineerto join our team of qualified diverse individuals. The ideal candidate is a senior testing professional who thrives in dynamic environments provides leadership across Agile Waterfall and Hybrid methodologies and ensures testing excellence through proactive guidance and cross-team collaboration.
This position supports the IRS Enterprise System Testing (EST) program which provides comprehensive testing and quality assurance services to ensure mission critical IRS applications are secure reliable and ready for deployment.
This position will be in Lanham Maryland.
Day to Day Roles and Responsibilities:
Conduct functional and/or integration testing of multiple programs in an IBM mainframe client/server or cloud environment.
Proactively identify use cases for test automation within supported projects.
Use test automation tools to execute test scripts that validate functional technical and performance requirements.
Use Government or Contractor-developed documentation to construct test cases with predetermined results and test data to verify program functionality and/or interfaces through assigned systems.
Review output to determine whether the test results fulfill the established requirements and if necessary notify the responsible programmers both verbally and in writing of errors omissions and inconsistencies in the programs and/or documentation.
Coordinate test activities with project stakeholders.
Coordinate work assignments to ensure timely and accurate completion of testing.
Train other contractors or government personnel in use of automated testing tools.
Lead and oversee testing activities with initiative and accountability applying deep expertise while guiding others and rapidly adapting to new systems and domains.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors degree and 8 years of experience or a Masters degree and 6 years of experience or an Associates degree and 10 years of experience or a High School diploma/equivalent and 12 years of experience
Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident (Green card holder- must have 3 or more US residency)
Must be able to obtain and maintain an MBI clearance.
Demonstrated mastery in software testing bringing deep expertise and advanced problem-solving capabilities.
Experience providing strategic guidance on testing practices across Agile Waterfall and Hybrid delivery models ensuring alignment and quality across diverse project environments.
Experience leading and assisting other Test Engineers.
Must have knowledge and experience working with and supporting the development of an overall test Plan and tailored test plans for each release.
Must have experience preparing comprehensive reports on testing progress/issues and remedial action.
Hands-on experience with Jira and Xray familiarity with Atlassian products version control and collaborative software such as GitHub
Experience using test automation tools such as:
Selenium
UiPath
QTP
HP-UFT
Rational Functional Teste
Preferred Qualifications:
Current active IRS MBI Clearance strongly preferred
Experience working with the federal government
Knowledge of current IRS tax administration software applications
Experience with IBM Mainframe or Unisys Mainframe applications and operations
Market knowledge of various classes of test automation tools including low code/code free automated testing tools
Exposure to wide automation concepts framework & best practices from industry in automating mainframe and web applications
Demonstrated experience in designing & implementing customized test automation frameworks as needed
Experience with the following skills will be considered a significant plus:
Hands on experience with technology standards such as: Java Service Oriented Architecture/Web Services SQL XML Agile Testing Methodology and the ability to proactively respond to emerging technology trends
Utilization of Test Tools such as: Jmeter Junit Parasoft LoadTest Selenium Automated Testing SOAPUI (free version) INFOConnect Pegasus UiPath
Deep understanding of: Databricks platform Medallion architecture (Bronze/Silver/Gold) and PySpark dataframes
Familiarity with Accessibility Tools such as: Freedom Scientific JAWS; ZoomText; Dragon Naturally Speaking
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 worlds 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 cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range
$80000 - $128000. 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 individuals 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.
Peraton provides innovative solutions for the most sensitive and critical programs in government today, developed and executed by scientists, engineers, and other experts.
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