SAIC is searching for a motivated, career and customer-oriented Software Testing Prinicpal who performs high-level, day-to-day software testing solutions to join our team and begin an exciting and challenging career. This is a 100% Remote role. Job Description • Develops and executes test plans, test cases, and test procedures to ensure that all information systems products and services meet organization standards and end-user requirements. • Develops test plans, test schedule, and approach. • Writes test cases and scripts and identifies data for test scenarios. • Conducts a walk through on test case/script with Test Managers, Requirement Leads, Project Managers, and Development Leads. • Performs and leads tests of software and/or IT systems to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects. • Performs verification activities on work products using defined methods, procedures and criteria with an appropriate verification environment. • Documents and communicates test results. • Supports analysis of test results and resolution of open issues. • Documents and works to resolve all complex problems. • Reports progress on problem resolution to management. • Devises improvements to current procedures and develops models of possible future configurations. Creates daily test metrics and reporting. • Occasionally performs other IT systems engineering activities such as requirements, design, installation, operation, sustainment, and support. • Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines. • Receives assignments in the form of objectives and establishes goals to meet outlined objectives. Provides direction to employees according to established policies and management guidance. • Work is reviewed by management to measure whether objectives have been met. • Provides technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors. • Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable and consistent with organization objectives. • Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. • Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. • Contributes to completion of specific programs and projects. • Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts. • Represents organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. Education and Experience • Bachelors and ten (10) years or more experience; Masters and three (3) years or more experience. • Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. • Advanced certifications in testing or quality assurance (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE, CSQA) are preferred. • Proven track record of working on complex software projects and ensuring high-quality deliverables. • Experience in both manual and automated testing. • Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). • Edifecs certification and experience preferred. Requirements • Proficiency in writing and executing test cases, test scripts, and test plans. • Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools (e.g., GitHub Actions). • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN). • Understanding of performance testing and tools (e.g., JMeter, Gatling). • Familiarity in languages such as Java, Python, C# or JavaScript. • Experience with defect tracking and management tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla). • Experience in testing COTS products (Edifecs is a plus). • Understanding of security testing practices and tools. • Knowledge of different types of testing, including functional, regression, integration, system, usability, and UAT. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. • Strong communication and collaboration abilities. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work. • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines. • Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into effective test scenarios. • Experience with test management tools • Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools. • Ability to conduct test reviews and provide constructive feedback. • Strong understanding of risk-based testing, exploratory testing, and context-driven testing. • Familiarity with cloud-based testing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus. Clearance Requirement • US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.