Associate Software Engineer- Automation Tester

MAXIMUS • St Thomas, VI • 1d ago

Maximus is currently seeking an Associate Software Engineer - Automation Tester in IT Applications Testing Services resource is responsible for supporting Systems Testing activities for start-up implementations and O&M software development projects. This role works under the guidance of senior and mid-level QA engineers to execute test cases, assist with test automation, and help ensure software quality for web-based and/or mobile applications. The Associate Software Engineer participates in requirements analysis, test execution, defect tracking, and documentation, with a growing focus on automation practices that promote reusability and maintainability.

This is a remote position.

Because of contractual obligations, only U.S. Citizens and Green Card holders will be considered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Design systems and programs to meet complex business needs.

Code, test, debug, implement, and document moderately complex software programs.

Prepare detailed specifications from which programs are developed and coded.

Ensure that programs meet standards and technical specifications and perform technical analysis and component delivery.

Analyze and gather information from existing systems.

Explore new technologies and design approaches to address business requirements while supporting the assessment of time estimates and justification for assigned tasks.

Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Participate in test planning activities and assist with test case creation, review, and execution using a hybrid approach (manual and automated testing).

Execute manual and automated tests for web-based and/or mobile applications under supervision.

Log, track, and retest defects through the full defect lifecycle following established QA processes.

Assist in identifying, preparing, and validating test data for functional, integration, and regression testing.

Support senior QA in automation script development and maintenance.

Provide regular testing status updates to the Test Lead or Project Manager.

Attend project-related meetings to understand requirements, scope, and testing expectations.

Maintain test documentation including test cases, test results, and execution evidence.

Provide support during User Acceptance Testing (UAT), by assisting with test data setup and issue validation.

Perform other testing-related tasks as assigned based on project needs.

Minimum Requirements

'- Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study and 0-3 years of relevant professional experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:

0-2 years of experience in software testing (manual and/or automation) on web-based applications.

Basic understanding of Agile/Scrum development and testing practices.

Experience writing and executing test cases.

Exposure to test automation concepts and tools (Selenium preferred).

Basic programming or scripting experience (Python preferred; Java acceptable with willingness to learn Python).

Familiarity with REST APIs and API testing tools such as Postman/Bruno.

Working knowledge of SQL for basic queries to support backend validation.

Experience using defect tracking and test management tools.

Basic Unix/Linux command-line experience.

Introductory knowledge of cloud concepts (AWS fundamentals preferred).

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to clearly document test results and communicate issues.

Willingness to learn and take direction from senior team members.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Organized, detail-oriented, and quality-focused.

Comfortable collaborating with cross-functional technical and business teams.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

Experience working in an Agile, SCRUM environment.

Healthcare industry experience is a plus.

Exposure to AI-assisted tools that support testing activities (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot).

Interest in learning how AI/ML can be applied to test case generation, test data creation, or defect analysis.

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Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Minimum Salary

$68,400

Maximum Salary

$90,000

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