Exostar
Role Overview
As a
SaaS Software Test Engineer
with expertise in automation, you will ensure that our cloud-based applications meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance. You will design and execute both manual and automated tests, contribute to building robust automation frameworks, and collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to integrate testing into every stage of the development lifecycle.
Basic Qualifications:
You meet our "must haves" for this role if:
Test Design & Execution - Collaborate with developers, product managers, and senior QA engineers to understand product requirements and acceptance criteria Execute manual test cases to ensure software meets quality standards Identify, document, and track bugs using tools like JIRA, Azure DevOps, or similar Create, maintain, and execute test cases and test plans for functional, regression, integration, API, and UI testing. Familiarity with Zephyr tool or ADO, a plus. Design automated test scripts and frameworks to support CI/CD pipelines. Participate in test planning, reviews, and sprint ceremonies within an Agile/Scrum environment Support the QA team in building and maintaining test documentation (test plans, test cases, bug reports) Automation Framework Development
Develop and enhance automation frameworks using tools like Functionize, Selenium, Playwright, or similar. Ensure automation scripts are scalable, maintainable, and integrated with build systems. Quality Metrics & Reporting
Capture and Track test coverage, defect trends, and automation success rates. Report QA progress and risks to stakeholders. Collaboration & Agile Practices
Work closely with development, product, and DevOps teams to "shift-left" testing and identify defects early. Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and daily stand-ups. Performance & Security Testing
Execute performance/load tests using tools such as JMeter or k6. Support security testing activities in collaboration with the security team. Continuous Improvement
Recommend and implement process improvements to increase test efficiency and accuracy. Stay updated on emerging QA tools, frameworks, and SaaS testing best practices. Preferred:
You're exactly who we're looking for if:
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or equivalent practical experience. 3-5 years in software testing, with at least 1-2 years in test automation for SaaS/web applications. Technical Skills
Strong experience in automation tools (Functionize, Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar). Solid understanding of SaaS architecture, APIs, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure). Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI) and defect tracking systems (JIRA, TestRail). Familiarity with performance testing tools (JMeter, k6) and REST API testing (Postman, RestAssured). Soft Skills
Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills. Strong collaboration and communication abilities within cross-functional teams. Proactive in learning and adapting to new technologies. U.S. Citizens only- Due to customer requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required. Ability to gain and maintain Trusted Role is required.
Location: Hybrid(3x/week) Herndon, VA
Exostar - The Company:
Exostar's cloud-based platforms create exclusive communities within the Aerospace and Defense, Life Sciences, and other highly regulated industries where members securely collaborate, share information, and operate compliantly. Within these communities we build trust. By analyzing community data, we provide insights and intelligence, enabling organizations to make better, timelier decisions, to mitigate risk, and operate more efficiently.
We believe in employee development: we promote internally and provide training and educational assistance We provide a fun, engaged workplace, with social and community-building events We offer comprehensive benefits and flexible time off plans
Exostar is an Equal Opportunity Employment Employer. The company provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability status or genetic information. Exostar is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons in all facets of employment including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, benefits, transfers and working conditions.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
As a
SaaS Software Test Engineer
with expertise in automation, you will ensure that our cloud-based applications meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and performance. You will design and execute both manual and automated tests, contribute to building robust automation frameworks, and collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to integrate testing into every stage of the development lifecycle.
Basic Qualifications:
You meet our "must haves" for this role if:
Test Design & Execution - Collaborate with developers, product managers, and senior QA engineers to understand product requirements and acceptance criteria Execute manual test cases to ensure software meets quality standards Identify, document, and track bugs using tools like JIRA, Azure DevOps, or similar Create, maintain, and execute test cases and test plans for functional, regression, integration, API, and UI testing. Familiarity with Zephyr tool or ADO, a plus. Design automated test scripts and frameworks to support CI/CD pipelines. Participate in test planning, reviews, and sprint ceremonies within an Agile/Scrum environment Support the QA team in building and maintaining test documentation (test plans, test cases, bug reports) Automation Framework Development
Develop and enhance automation frameworks using tools like Functionize, Selenium, Playwright, or similar. Ensure automation scripts are scalable, maintainable, and integrated with build systems. Quality Metrics & Reporting
Capture and Track test coverage, defect trends, and automation success rates. Report QA progress and risks to stakeholders. Collaboration & Agile Practices
Work closely with development, product, and DevOps teams to "shift-left" testing and identify defects early. Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and daily stand-ups. Performance & Security Testing
Execute performance/load tests using tools such as JMeter or k6. Support security testing activities in collaboration with the security team. Continuous Improvement
Recommend and implement process improvements to increase test efficiency and accuracy. Stay updated on emerging QA tools, frameworks, and SaaS testing best practices. Preferred:
You're exactly who we're looking for if:
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, or equivalent practical experience. 3-5 years in software testing, with at least 1-2 years in test automation for SaaS/web applications. Technical Skills
Strong experience in automation tools (Functionize, Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar). Solid understanding of SaaS architecture, APIs, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure). Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI) and defect tracking systems (JIRA, TestRail). Familiarity with performance testing tools (JMeter, k6) and REST API testing (Postman, RestAssured). Soft Skills
Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills. Strong collaboration and communication abilities within cross-functional teams. Proactive in learning and adapting to new technologies. U.S. Citizens only- Due to customer requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required. Ability to gain and maintain Trusted Role is required.
Location: Hybrid(3x/week) Herndon, VA
Exostar - The Company:
Exostar's cloud-based platforms create exclusive communities within the Aerospace and Defense, Life Sciences, and other highly regulated industries where members securely collaborate, share information, and operate compliantly. Within these communities we build trust. By analyzing community data, we provide insights and intelligence, enabling organizations to make better, timelier decisions, to mitigate risk, and operate more efficiently.
We believe in employee development: we promote internally and provide training and educational assistance We provide a fun, engaged workplace, with social and community-building events We offer comprehensive benefits and flexible time off plans
Exostar is an Equal Opportunity Employment Employer. The company provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability status or genetic information. Exostar is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons in all facets of employment including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, benefits, transfers and working conditions.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.