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A Software QA Engineer or Tester designs and runs in-depth diagnostic tests to evaluate software and check for problems before new products are marketed. Pilots software and applies tests to check for errors and glitches.
$104,973 / year median in the U.S.
-3% projected decline
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SAIC Apply Now Software Tester Principal Remote in Remote Work, VA, US
• Posted 20 hours ago
• Updated 20 hours ago Full Time On-site USD $120,001.00 - 160,000.00 per year SAIC Fitment Dice Job Match Score™ To see how well you match this job, please log in or create an account . Once logged in, be sure to complete your profile to get the most accurate match score. Job Details Skills Test Cases User Stories Specification Gathering UI Durable Skills Interfaces API QA Data Flow Reporting Status Reports Decision-making Quality Assurance Scrum Collaboration Continuous Improvement Computer Science Software Engineering Security Clearance Automated Testing Regression Analysis Integration Testing Documentation Selenium JIRA Microsoft Azure ADO Micro Focus Application Lifecycle Management Scripting Python Java JavaScript GitLab Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery Agile DevOps Software Development Software Development Methodology Software Testing STLC Analytical Skill Communication Attention To Detail Organized Testing Web Services Business Process Information Technology Systems Engineering FOCUS Test Cases User Stories Specification Gathering UI Durable Skills Interfaces API QA Data Flow Reporting Status Reports Decision-making Quality Assurance Scrum Collaboration Continuous Improvement Computer Science Software Engineering Security Clearance Automated Testing Regression Analysis Integration Testing Documentation Selenium JIRA Microsoft Azure ADO Micro Focus Application Lifecycle Management Scripting Python Java JavaScript GitLab Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery Agile DevOps Software Development Software Development Methodology Software Testing STLC Analytical Skill Communication Attention To Detail Organized Testing Web Services Business Process Information Technology Systems Engineering FOCUS Show more
Summary Job ID:
2616662
Location:
Remote Work, VA, US Date Posted:
2026-09-09
Category:
Information Technology Subcategory:
Data Scientist Schedule:
Full-Time Shift:
Day Job Travel:
Yes - 10% of the time
Minimum Clearance Required:
None Clearance Level Must Be Able to
Obtain:
Public Trust Potential for
Remote Work:
ORA_REMOTE Description SAIC is seeking an experienced Software Tester to support a project in VA. This role can be worked 100% remotely anywhere in the U.S. Candidates must be able to get a public trust clearance.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with functional and development teams to identify, document, and execute test cases aligned to business and technical requirements Analyze requirements, user stories, and technical specifications to design test coverage Design, develop, execute, and maintain UI automated test scripts and frameworks using Playwright, with core skills in identifying stable web elements and building resilient automated tests for dynamic web interfaces Design, develop, execute, and maintain API test scripts to validate service functionality, integration, and data flows Report, track, and verify defects, and provide clear test documentation, metrics, and status reporting to support stakeholder visibility and decision-making Apply a strong understanding of test automation fundamentals, including how automated tests are triggered, executed, and used within CI/CD pipelines to support regression coverage and release quality Define and advance test engineering practices, testing standards, and consistent quality processes across scrum teams Demonstrate strong collaboration, share testing best practices, and contribute to continuous improvement across the team Qualifications Bachelors in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field and 9+ years or more experience; Masters and 5+ years Candidates must have the ability to get a public trust clearance Designing, implementing, and maintaining automated test scripts/frameworks for functional, regression, and integration testing experience Providing clear test documentation, metrics, and quality reports to stakeholders
Desired Experience:
Practical use and experience with testing tools (e.g., Selenium, Jira, Playwright, Azure DevOps (ADO), Micro Focus Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)) Knowledge of programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript) is a plus Awareness of GitLab for infrastructure-as-code and CI/CD pipelines Familiarity with Agile and/or DevOps methodologies Solid understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC) Strong logic and analytical skills The candidate must have excellent communication skills - both written and oral Must be extremely detail-oriented and well organized Able to work independently or as a contributing team member Experience testing APIs and Web Services Ability to quickly understand business processes and translate them into technical requirements Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors. Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools ("AI") that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
Dice Id:
10111346
Position Id:
2616662 Posted 20 hours ago Company Info About
SAIC SAIC
® is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives. We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com . For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom . Go to company profile Create job alert Never miss an opportunity! Create an alert based on the job you applied for. Create alert Similar Jobs SAIC Senior Software Tester Remote
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