Software Tester

Who We Are

Lawelawe is a Native Hawaiian Owned Small Disadvantaged Business (NHO SDB) that specializes in providing a range of services to federal government clients, including program management, digital solutions, human capital and training, and medical staffing. Lawelawe leverages our NHO status to secure federal contracts that not only drive business success but also support our overall mission to uplift economically disadvantaged Native Hawaiian families and preserve the Native Hawaiian heritage.

You Are

An intermediate remote Software Tester to serve on a team supporting the U.S. Army Human Resources Command in Fort Knox, KY.

How You’ll Make An Impact

As a Software Tester, you will oversee quality control activities associated with software analysis. This can include, but is not limited to, developing test plans, performing exploratory testing, and executing functional and regression testing. You will work closely with software developers and product management to ensure the product is ready for release.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough software testing, analyze data, communicate with developers.
• Checking software functionality on different browsers to ensure that the software is up to the standard and meets the users’ needs.
• Communicate the results of software testing efforts to stakeholders and suggest areas of improvement.
• Work with project developers and product management to ensure software solutions meet our user expectations.
• Execute software test cases and automated tests based on customer specifications and requirements.
• Perform root cause analysis on defects/bugs found to identify and mitigate risks.
• Conduct exploratory and usability testing to locate bugs before the software is introduced into production.
• Execute comprehensive testing against the software, ensuring all features function as designed and intended.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of software testing methodologies and develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), if necessary.

The Team

Lawelawe Defense Inc ("LDI") is an SBA Certified 8(a) Native Hawaiian Owned (NHO) SDB Lawelawe Defense offers an outstanding record of delivery on various projects encompassing: Program and Portfolio Management; Systems Engineering and Architecture; Network Engineering and Operations; Data Center Optimization and Operations; Desktop/Server and Application Virtualization.

Here's What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in related field with a minimum of 5+ years of experience as Software Engineer Tester
• Active Secret clearance
• Must be US Citizen
• Possess an active CompTIA Security+ certification 
• Aptitude for the ability to test software for quality (detail oriented)
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies
• An understanding of various programming such as JavaScript, C# Java, NodeJS, and Angular
• Strong understanding of logic
• Experience in working with test automation tools like Selenium, Appium, or Cypress, Playwright
• Proficiency in writing detailed descriptions

Bonus If You

• Experience with Azure DevOps
• Experience with Amazon AWS
• Knowledge of computer architecture and tools for manual & auto testing, unit testing, integration testing, functional testing and bug-tracking systems.
• Demonstrated success in software development lifecycle management (SDLC).
• Excellent interpersonal skills, analytical soundness, data analysis.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a fast-paced Agile environment.
• Relevant software testing certifications include Certified Software Tester (CSTE), ISTQB Agile Tester Certification or Certified Associate in Software Testing (CAST)

Benefits

• A competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans
• Access to company-provided retirement savings options with matching contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth and continued learning
• Additional perks such as discounts on various services and products
• Remote work environment 

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Candidates possessing the necessary qualifications for the position will be considered.

Lawelawe Defense Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a comprehensive background verification, inclusive of a criminal record check. Employment may be subject to other background checks, as required by the position.

We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and are transparent about our pay structures. Our pay transparency efforts are aligned with state laws and regulations to ensure compliance and promote pay equity.