• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of comprehensive software testing activities, including functional, regression, integration, security, performance, and user acceptance testing. • Design, develop, maintain, and execute automated test suites supporting web applications, APIs, databases, and system integrations. • Create and maintain detailed manual test cases and test procedures for scenarios that require manual validation. • Develop reusable automated testing frameworks to improve testing efficiency and release quality. • Manage the complete software defect lifecycle, including defect identification, documentation, prioritization, verification, and closure in collaboration with development teams. • Provide regular testing status updates, metrics, and quality reports to the Government Test Manager and program leadership. • Support Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities by producing required testing evidence, security validation documentation, and accreditation artifacts. • Validate software compliance with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), ensuring zero accessibility defects through automated and manual testing. • Verify software security scan results and ensure new vulnerabilities are remediated or properly documented, including validation of false positives. • Collaborate with Agile development teams to define test strategies, acceptance criteria, and quality objectives for each sprint. • Participate in peer reviews, sprint planning, release planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. • Promote quality engineering best practices, test automation, and continuous testing throughout the software development lifecycle.

• Responsible for validating web applications, APIs, middleware workflows, data flows, permissions, integrations, and AWS-backed services. • Make an impact through technical testing, automation, troubleshooting, and AI-assisted engineering skills. • Comfortable working with incomplete requirements and testing features as they become available. • Determine appropriate automation coverage and use logs, APIs, databases, and cloud evidence to assess release risk.

Role Description TechFlow is seeking a Software Engineer (Java/Web) to support a mission-critical DoD software development and modernization program in Montgomery, AL. This program provides software development and technical support services to sustain, enhance, and optimize a critical customer system through secure, scalable, and maintainable software solutions. The Software Engineer will support the design, development, testing, and maintenance of modern web-based applications while contributing to ongoing system modernization efforts. Working under the guidance of senior technical leaders, this role will: - Develop application features - Implement user experience enhancements - Support Agile development practices - Ensure software solutions meet established quality, security, and accessibility standards Qualifications - Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or related field - Minimum 3 years of experience in Java and web application development - Experience developing software using modern programming practices and secure coding standards - Proficiency with Git-based version control workflows - Experience with automated testing frameworks and software quality practices - Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity requirements, security scanning tools, and Security Technical Implementation Guide (STIG) requirements - Ability to work effectively in an Agile software development environment - Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional technical teams - Active Secret Security Clearance Requirements - Develop, enhance, test, and maintain clean, efficient, and secure application code following established coding standards and best practices - Support software modernization efforts by implementing new capabilities, application enhancements, and system improvements - Develop Java-based web applications and services within an Agile software development environment - Participate in mandatory peer code reviews to ensure software quality, security, maintainability, and adherence to coding standards - Implement user experience (UX) enhancements and support low-code/no-code solutions as directed by technical leadership - Develop and maintain automated tests to support software quality objectives, including achieving a minimum of 90% automated test coverage for new code - Identify opportunities for technical debt reduction and support remediation efforts - Ensure applications meet Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 AA standards, achieving zero errors through automated and manual accessibility testing - Maintain source code within the Government-owned/BES-managed Git repository using appropriate branching, version control, and Agile development practices - Utilize library and dependency management tools to maintain secure and reliable software components - Support software quality and security processes, including automated scanning, vulnerability remediation, and compliance activities - Collaborate with senior engineers, architects, testers, DevSecOps engineers, and Agile team members to deliver mission-focused software solutions Benefits - Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) – Pride in being an employee-owner and annual employer contribution (per plan guidelines) - 401k plan with Roth option - Eligibility for an employer match - Immediate vesting - Paid time off - Holidays – 11 paid holidays per year - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans - Company-paid Life & AD&D insurance plan - Employee Assistance Program - Wellness Resources - Company-paid training and development program - Voluntary benefits include: - Life & AD&D Insurance for employee, spouse, and children - Short-term and long-term disability (per plan guidelines) - Legal Shield and Identity Theft protection plans - Pet Insurance

Role Description The Senior Software Test Engineer Lead is a vital role for the implementation and establishment of a quality process in our IT Testing organization. This individual leads efforts for testing organization in support of the SVB business teams. This role is an active partner in test design, planning and execution working on multiple projects and department initiatives. Supports and ensures successful delivery of organizational transformation and goals across all business verticals at SVB, delivering high quality product for our clients. The Test Lead is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day task management across multiple project test teams and long-term planning for specific business verticals. This role requires coordination with teams across multiple time zones for global projects and working with teams located around the world. The Test Lead will work under minimal guidance and provide guidance mentoring more junior engineers. - Responsible for the overall quality of IT projects and changes through execution of all aspects of the Software Development and Testing Life Cycle. - Lead, develop, monitor and execute test activities projects and department initiatives. - Work closely with development and business partners to ensure timely collaboration and resolution. - Review and understand project or application requirements. - Prepare test documentation (test strategy, test plan, test summary report, test cases, defects, daily status reports). - Manage and create test data adhering to PII rules. - Work closely with globally distributed teams to ensure continuous support and test execution in various time zones. - Facilitate daily triage/scrum meetings, follow defect through closure. - Assist in building, configuring and managing test environments. - Monitor environmental impact, communicate potential risks, provide mitigation plan. - Provide requirement traceability metrics. - Implementing test automation utilizing current frameworks and tools. - Demonstrate thought leadership through identifying process inefficiencies and implementing creative solutions with a spirit of collaboration. Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Systems engineer and systems programmer OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Systems engineer and systems programmer. - Strong knowledge of programming using OOPS concepts. - 7 Years of experience in Testing Mobile apps on iOS and Android. - Hands on experience in Selenium Web driver. - Strong client Server / Web and mobile QA experience. - Should have relevant experience in testing NATIVE mobile applications. - Demonstrated experience with Mobile Automation (Appium) preferred. - Defect Tracking via different defect tracking/management tools (specifically JIRA) and Automation Testing Tools (Functional Regression and system Testing). - Experience in root cause analysis and defect diagnosis techniques. - Ability to document software defects, and report defects to developers and project manager. - Strong knowledge of Agile and Iterative software development life cycle practices. - Streamline the testing process by introducing automation, leveraging tools and setting goals to reduce time and effort. - Demonstrate solid domain knowledge in Global Digital Banking applications. Benefits Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits .