Principal Test Engineer

Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Responsible for leading or co-leading quality engineering and software testing teams. Plans and executes software testing across many test types including systems integration, regression, functional, API, AI, and end-to-end. Responsible for testing complex and moderately integrated systems to ensure compliance with business requirements while following Navy Federal testing standards and best practices. Writes technically complex test plans, conducts functional and technical requirement analysis, creates test cases for new or modified systems, executes tests, and collects and archives auditable test evidence. Manages software detects while working closely with the business to understand risk and prioritize defect solutioning. Ensures testing solutions incorporate AI technologies to ensure the highest possible level of efficiency. Responsible for coaching peers and team members throughout the test lifecycle. Works independently with discretion.

- Expert technical skills working with various software programs
- Expert knowledge of testing tools, dependent on the project/product
- Working knowledge of various database types and SQL skills required to query test related databases
- Advanced knowledge of Test System Management tools including Azure Boards, Azure Test Plans, and Micro Focus ALM
- Working knowledge of NFCU Test Automation Low Code Framework components including Gherkin, Cucumber, web element locators, xpath, HTML, CSS, Git version control, Selenium, and Azure Pipelines
- Working knowledge of API testing using Postman Pro
- Advanced knowledge of NFCU systems and environments including mainframe, on-premise, and cloud hosted applications
- Expert research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Expert written and verbal communication skills
- Expert knowledge of testing processes including test planning, test execution, and defect management
- Ability to handle fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines
- Extensive experience working and participating in cross-functional, multi-dimensional teams and projects
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Expert knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle
- Expert organizational, planning and time management skills
- Expert skill communicating with all levels within an organization
- Expert skill presenting findings, risks, conclusions, alternatives, and information clearly and concisely
- Expert skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
- Expert knowledge of Navy Federal's services, products, and functions
- Extensive experience working in an IT environment
- Expert knowledge of Navy Federal business processes and applications
- 7-10 years of experience in technology testing
- Subject matter expert within business area/specialization with understanding of interrelationships of different disciplines
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training or experience

Desired Qualifications

- ISTQB Foundation level certification (CTFL)
- ISTQB Advanced certifications (Agile Tester, Test Analyst/Test Manager)
- ISTQB AI testing certifications (AI Testing, Testing with Generative AI)
- ISTQB Test Automation Engineer
- DevOps Institute DevOps Foundation (DOFD) certification

Additional Information

Hours:

- Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location:

- 820 Follin Lane, Vienna, VA 22180
- 5510 Heritage Oaks Drive, Pensacola, FL 32526
- 141 Security Drive, Winchester, VA 22602