Software Test Engineer, Senior - Army; TS​/SCI

Software Test Engineer, Senior - Army (TS/SCI)

Posted 6 days ago.
Location: Arlington, VA

Clearance Required: TS/SCI minimum (US Citizen)

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Praescient Analytics is a leader in delivering advanced analytic, data engineering, and technology integration solutions in support of the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community, and federal law enforcement. Our mission is to empower analysts and decision‑makers through data‑driven insights, enabling faster and more effective mission outcomes.

Praescient Analytics is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineer to support a U.S. Army program dedicated to developing and sustaining mission‑critical systems. The ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of software testing methodologies and the ability to identify, document, and resolve system issues in complex technical environments. This role involves working closely with developers, engineers, and program stakeholders to ensure software reliability, interoperability, and compliance with Army and DoD standards.

• Develop and execute comprehensive software test plans, test cases, and scripts to identify defects, validate functionality, and ensure system quality.
• Test system modifications and new software builds to prepare for deployment and integration into operational environments.
• Document software and application defects in a bug tracking system, providing clear, reproducible steps for issue resolution.
• Create and maintain databases of known defects, issues, and resolutions.
• Participate in software design and code reviews to provide feedback on functional requirements, performance considerations, and technical feasibility.
• Test and evaluate configurations of hardware, software, and communication networks to ensure proper performance, interoperability, and maintenance support.
• Design, plan, and manage comprehensive test programs for assigned systems and applications.
• Support system validation and verification activities across the full software development lifecycle.
• Analyze, evaluate, test, review, and document all testing efforts in alignment with project standards and requirements.
• Ensure applications and systems are compliant with Section 508 accessibility standards.

• Active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• At least 8+ years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, or related engineering disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing automated and manual test cases for complex systems.
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, defect tracking systems, and quality assurance best practices.
• Experience with Army or DoD systems testing, including security and interoperability standards.
• Familiarity with Section 508 compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

• Experience with Agile or Dev Sec Ops  environments.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and test automation integration.
• Background in software development or scripting (Python, Java, or similar).

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive, company‑paid healthcare for you (we pay your premiums and deductibles)
• 401(k) with company match
• Travel & performance incentives
• 3 weeks paid time off (plus Federal Holidays)
• $5K annual training allowance
• $500 book allowance
• Tuition reimbursement program

US Citizenship Required. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Interested candidates:
Please forward your resume to recru and visit our website to apply online at www.praescien
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