Test Engineer

Summary

Join our team as a remote Test Engineer, collaborating closely with Appian developers and business analysts. You will design and execute automated test cases for Appian applications. The ideal candidate possesses a strong software testing background, experience with automated testing tools, and understands Appian or similar BPM platforms. This role demands excellent analytical skills, proactive problem-solving, and collaborative teamwork in a fast-paced setting. US citizenship is required for this public sector role. A Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of software testing experience are essential.

Requirements

• US Citizenship - candidates being considered for a Public Sector roles must be a U.S. citizen
• Has more than 5 years of experience and a BA/BS or MA/MS degree
• Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field
• 2-4 years of experience in software testing, including experience with automated testing
• Familiarity with Appian or other BPM platforms

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Appian development team and business analysts to understand application requirements and functionality
• Participate in the development of test plans and strategies to ensure effective testing of Appian applications
• Identify and prioritize test cases based on risk and impact
• Ensure that testing activities are aligned with project timelines and deliverables
• Execute automated test cases and analyze the results to identify defects and issues
• Document and report defects, working closely with the development team to resolve them
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, business analysts, and project managers, to ensure alignment and effective communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in software testing (e.g., ISTQB) is a plus
• Strong understanding of software testing principles and methodologies
• Experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Fitnesse, Selenium, Junit)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to identify, document, and track defects effectively
• Attention to detail and accuracy in testing and reporting
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to navigate BA Workflow, Agile Scrum, and Project Management tools (Jira, MS Project, Visio, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Business Process / Rules repositories)
• Proven understanding and application of Waterfall, Agile Scrum, and Kanban software development methodologies

Benefits

This is a remote role with a preference for candidates based in Dayton, OH or the DC area