Software Test Engineer IV
BryceTech · Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD · 1 wk ago
On-siteDistributionFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Lead software test engineering activities across multiple CSC2 System of Systems capabilities, ensuring software functionality, interoperability, and mission readiness
- Collaborate with Government Test and Evaluation leadership to plan, coordinate, and execute software testing efforts across multiple programs
- Develop, maintain, and continuously update software test, cybersecurity, and interoperability activities within Agile Roadmaps and Capability Release Plans
- Manage software testing schedules, sprint planning activities, and program milestones using Agile Lifecycle Management tools such as GitLab, Azure DevOps, Jira, or Confluence
- Generate executive dashboards, performance metrics, reports, and briefing materials using data from Agile Lifecycle Management tools
- Identify, monitor, and optimize software delivery critical paths from development through production deployment while integrating automated testing and cybersecurity milestones
- Develop technical performance specifications, interface control documents (ICDs), application programming interface (API) documentation, and open architecture requirements supporting integration with external systems
- Design and maintain automated traceability and software test frameworks within DevSecOps pipelines to ensure alignment between software requirements, architecture, cybersecurity controls, and testing activities
- Develop and execute software test plans, automated test procedures, and cybersecurity validation activities supporting acquisition, testing, and product support strategies
- Support software release readiness reviews, sprint planning sessions, sprint reviews, retrospectives, and other Agile technical reviews
- Perform technical trade studies evaluating cost, schedule, performance, interoperability, and cybersecurity risks to optimize software capabilities
- Identify and communicate software development risks, schedule impacts, and configuration management concerns throughout the software lifecycle
- Assess contractor software development activities and provide independent recommendations regarding software engineering, testing, cybersecurity, architecture, and overall program execution
- Review software, cybersecurity, interoperability, and testing deliverables including CDRLs and ADRLs while providing recommendations to Government program leadership
- Support Program Officers, Assistant Program Managers, systems engineering, and test organizations across both acquisition programs and prototype efforts
- Plan, facilitate, and document Integrated Product Team meetings, technical working groups, and other program meetings, including agendas, meeting minutes, action items, and follow-up tracking
Qualifications
- Active Secret security clearance
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related technical discipline with at least eight years of relevant experience
- OR Bachelor's degree in information systems, information technology, cybersecurity, or a related discipline with at least ten years of relevant experience
- Experience supporting Agile software development and DevSecOps environments
- Experience planning, managing, or implementing CI/CD pipelines and automated software testing
- Proficiency with Agile Lifecycle Management and DevSecOps tools such as GitLab, Azure DevOps, Jira, and Confluence
- Experience developing software testing strategies, automated test frameworks, and continuous Test & Evaluation processes
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting Department of Defense software acquisition programs
- Knowledge of DoDI 5000.87 Software Acquisition Pathway
- Familiarity with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and DoD cybersecurity requirements
- Experience supporting CBRN, command and control, or Joint Service software development programs
- Experience with automated testing, interoperability testing, and DevSecOps pipeline automation
- Experience supporting software-intensive acquisition programs within an Agile environment
Additional Information
BryceTech offers a full range of benefits, including competitive salary, a comprehensive health plan including dental and vision coverage, company-paid life & disability insurance policies, 401(k) plan with company match, and an educational reimbursement program.