Senior Test Engineer-lead

Kadiak, LLC

Job ID 24200291

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Kadaik, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Senior Test Engineer - Lead with a TS/SCI security clearance to support Kadiak and our government customer in Vienna, VA.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Kadiak, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Senior Test Engineer/Lead to join our dynamic team supporting mission-critical government programs. This role combines hands-on testing expertise with technical leadership capabilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to mentor team members while maintaining high-quality standards. This position requires active Top-Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a SCI. This position is currently Hybrid in Vienna, VA.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

The Senior Test Engineer/Lead will oversee and execute comprehensive testing strategies while leading a team of test engineers. Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute comprehensive test strategies and test plans
• Lead and mentor a team of test engineers, providing technical guidance and support
• Design and implement comprehensive test strategies aligned with Agile-Scrum methodologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the development lifecycle
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts
• Create and maintain test documentation, including test cases, test procedures, and test results
• Conduct functional, regression, and performance testing
• Analyze and document test results, providing detailed reports to stakeholders
• Identify, track, and manage defects through resolution
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure quality throughout the SDLC
• Participate in requirements analysis and design reviews
• Implement and maintain testing best practices and methodologies
• Provide estimates for testing efforts and resource requirements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for testing processes and procedures
• Interface with client stakeholders regarding testing activities and results

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
• 6+ years of software testing experience
• 2+ years of team leadership experience
• Active Top-Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI
• Experience working in a government contracting environment

Required Skills and Competencies:

• E xperience with test automation tools and frameworks including and not limited to QuickTest Professional, LoadRunner, and Selenium Tool Suite
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies and best practices
• Expertise in developing and executing test cases and test plans
• Knowledge of Agile-Scrum methodologies
• Proficiency with Jira and Confluence
• Experience in developing and maintaining testing documentation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with and mentoring team members
• Knowledge of system architecture and software development lifecycle
• Expertise in root cause analysis and troubleshooting
• The ideal candidate will bring both technical expertise and leadership capabilities to drive quality assurance initiatives while mentoring team members and maintaining strong relationships with government stakeholders

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