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KBR, Inc. · 1 day ago

Junior Software QA Engineer

El Segundo, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$84K/yr - $104K/yr

1+ years exp

KBR, Inc. is a leading provider of engineering and advanced technology solutions for the intelligence and national security communities. They are seeking a Junior Software QA Engineer to analyze and test software applications, collaborate with various teams, and maintain testing documentation to ensure software quality and performance.

ConsultingCyber SecurityInformation TechnologyProject ManagementSoftware EngineeringTraining

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Analyze and test software prototypes and/or applications as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Collaborate across infrastructure, development, and QA teams. Work closely with software developers and other stakeholders to understand software requirements and specifications

Maintain automated testing suites, detailed test plans, test cases, test scripts, test reports, and other documentation

Identify software defects and issues, communicate defect reports, and provide detailed information on defect occurrences

Perform root cause analysis of defects and implement corrective actions

Conduct performance testing through load testing, stress testing, and scalability testing to ensure that applications can handle expected user loads without compromising speed or stability

Work with complex algorithms to deliver optimized solutions for the end user

Qualification

Security ClearanceBS in Computer ScienceSoftware Development ExperiencePythonJavaGoAutomated Testing ToolsPerformance TestingAgile MethodologiesInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganization Skills

Required

Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance is required for this position

Experience and Education: BS degree in Computer Science or Information Systems; other degrees will be considered with relevant work experience

1-3 years of software development, including object-oriented design, coding, and/or testing, with a focus on QA methodologies, tools, and processes

Solid understanding of test development and test execution

Working knowledge of performance testing, security testing, and usability testing

Practical experience in one or more of the following: Python, Java, or Go

Working knowledge of automated testing tools like Selenium or Cypress

Excellent problem-solving skills

Strong passion for conducting research, tackling complex problems, and continuously learning and adopting new technologies

Organization capability with ability to handle competing priorities

Strong interpersonal skills, communication (oral and written), and presentation skills

Preferred

Familiarity with web applications and microservices architecture

Familiarity with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, and others

Knowledge and experience in Jira and Confluence

Experience in implementing Agile Software Development methodologies for efficient and iterative project management

Proficient in using GitLab or other Tools for version control, CI/CD pipelines, and collaboration

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

AD&D

Flexible spending account

Disability

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Company

KBR, Inc.

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At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions that are helping governments and companies around the world take on the great challenges of our time.

Founded in 1919

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees