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The following states/districts are excluded from this job ad: AK, CA, CO, CT, DC, HI, LA, MA, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, ND, OR, PR, RI, VT, WA, WYLocation: Remote in any United States jurisdiction not excluded from this job advertisement.Are you passionate about software quality? Join our team to help ensure flawless user experiences by identifying and documenting bugs. Be part of a dynamic team and make a real impact!Position DescriptionThe Junior Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Test Engineer assesses software quality through both manual and automated testing and works with developers, end users, and organizations to create test plans and test scripts. This position supports the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).Tasks/activities include, but are not limited to:Reviews and analyzes system specificationsCollaborates with Business Analysts, Test Engineers and Test Planners/Managers to develop effective test strategies, test plans, and proceduresExecutes manual and automated test cases and analyzes resultsEvaluates product code according to specificationsCreates logs to document testing phases and defects and confirms that requirements are verified and validatedReports bugs and errors to development teamsHelps troubleshoot issuesConducts post-release/post-implementation testingWorks with cross-functional teams and ensures quality throughout the software development lifecycleConfigures necessary hardware and operating environments as needed to complete assigned testingManages the defect database and/or logsCompensation & BenefitsThe annual projected pay range for this position is $63,233.11 - $70,259.01 with consideration being given to various factors including but not limited to qualifications, experience, job responsibilities, and geographic location.Oxley Enterprises®, Inc. offers a full array of benefits including:Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage for you and your family.Life Insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability paid for by the Company.Supplemental coverages including Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital.Additional Life insurance coverage for you and your dependents.401k plan with various options to select based on your retirement goals.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.Minimum/General Experience2 years of manual and automation software testing experienceMinimum EducationBachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related fieldEssential Skills/QualificationsExperience developing and executing manual and automated test scriptsExperience building test plansExperience with the Agile methodology and sprint-based testing cyclesExperience identifying, documenting, and tracking software defects using bug-tracking tools (e.g., Atlassian Jira)Experience creating and maintaining detailed test documentation and reportsExperience with Selenium TestExperience working with developers and other members of a software development teamExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent attention to detail skillsExperience supporting a federal government department (preferred)Experience supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs (preferred)General Physical Requirements needed to perform the essential functions of this job may vary based on the location of the assignment.Assignment Location - RemoteSedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.Typing, communicating, repetitive motions.Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data, view computer monitors and read. May need to view presentation screens and other visual aids in a virtual setting.Inside environmental conditions with protection from outside elements.SecurityAbility to obtain/maintain a Federal Civilian Public TrustU.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident that has lived in the United States for at least 3 yearsFederal Civilian Public TrustConsists of a review of up to but not limited to:Covers 10 year period and in some instances lifetime eventsOPM Security Investigations Index (SII)DOD Defense Central Investigations Index (DCII)National Agency Check (NAC) recordsFBI name checkFBI fingerprint checkCredit report checkWritten inquiries to previous employers and references listed on the application for employmentPotential interviews with the subject, spouse, neighbors, supervisor, coworkersLaw enforcement checkCourt records checkEducation check- Attendance and DegreesAcceptable Credentials#J-18808-Ljbffr