Software Engineer - Software Test
The Software Engineer - Software Test at Confidential Client supports software development and testing across all lifecycle phases, focusing on unit and integration testing, automation, and troubleshooting in complex system environments. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure software and hardware components integrate seamlessly, with responsibilities including technical documentation and problem reporting. The position is on-site with a partial hybrid schedule, requiring a security clearance and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking a Software Engineer - Software Test to join an engineering team focused on system-level software integration, test automation, and validation. This is a full-time role supporting complex software/hardware systems within a regulated environment. The role requires a candidate who is collaborative, pragmatic, and comfortable working across development, lab, and integration environments.
What You’ll Do
- Perform software unit and integration testing and implement test automation for host and target environments.
- Execute integration and troubleshooting for software components across multiple networks and interfaces.
- Work in both development and lab environments; understand environment-specific constraints and ensure appropriate integration/test coverage.
- Collaborate with software developers, systems engineers, hardware engineers, and integration/test teams to diagnose and resolve defects found during installation, integration, acceptance testing, and operational events.
- Produce and maintain clear technical documentation and detailed problem reports to support repeatable integration and future work.
- Follow formal software life-cycle processes from requirements through test; contribute to continuous improvement of test processes and automation.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) plus 2 years of related engineering experience; OR Master’s in a STEM field with entry-level related engineering experience.
- Experience integrating and testing software and hardware components in Unix and Windows environments.
- Familiarity with formal software life-cycle methodologies (requirements → design → implementation → test).
- Ability to obtain Security+ certification within 6 months of employment.
- Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance is required.
- U.S. citizenship is required for positions that require government clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with test automation (installation, configuration, regression and acceptance test automation).
- Familiarity with software network interfaces and multi-network integration.
- Agile development experience and Agile Systems Engineering practices.
- Proficient technical writing and clear communication skills.
- Experience with Confluence and JIRA.
- Experience developing and maintaining scripts or automation using scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range (primary level): $79,300 – $137,600 per year.
- Confidential Client considers multiple factors when setting pay, including job scope, experience, education, and market conditions.
- Depending on role, additional compensation may include overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and annual bonus programs.
- Typical benefits may include medical, life and disability insurance, retirement/savings plan, paid time off, and company holidays. Specific benefits and eligibility will be provided by our client.
Work Location & Clearance
- This role is located in North Dakota (on-site or partial hybrid per program needs). Candidates must be prepared to work in lab and on-site integration environments.
- Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance is required for this position. U.S. citizenship is required for clearance-holding roles.
- This opportunity may be contingent on program funding; start dates and schedule may be adjusted accordingly.
Why Candidates Apply Through Careertakes
- Careertakes manages candidate outreach and screening as a third-party recruiting platform; selected candidates will be employed by Confidential Client.
- Applicants may gain exposure to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
- We use recruiter best practices: transparent requirements, clear job responsibilities, and timely candidate updates.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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