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The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in functional and regression testing Java-based web applications, with a focus on user interface validation, accessibility compliance, and cross-browser compatibility testing. The candidate should be capable of performing backend troubleshooting-including application log analysis, API validation, and database queries-to isolate defects and provide developers with actionable diagnostic information. You will develop comprehensive test plans and test cases for system upgrades, including Apache Tomcat application servers, Oracle 19c database integrations, Solr cluster interactions, and SAP Business Intelligence reporting interfaces. Strong experience with front end testing with backend debugging skill, Application API testing, and defect tracking systems is essential. You will validate that all system components meet federal cybersecurity requirements and government accessibility standards (Section 508/WCAG) while ensuring a seamless user experience across the modernized platform. Experience testing enterprise applications in Windows Server environments, UI automation frameworks, and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab) for automated test execution is highly valued. This role requires excellent analytical skills, meticulous documentation practices, and the ability to collaborate with developers, business analysts, and security teams in a regulated environment.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\n Develop comprehensive test plans and test cases for system upgrades and new features\nPerform functional and regression testing of Java-based web applications\nConduct user interface validation and cross-browser compatibility testing\nExecute manual testing methodologies for complex scenarios\nReview and debug backend logs\nPerform API testing for backend services (Apache Solr, RESTful services)\nPerform database integrity check using SQL queries.\nPerform system buildout including installation, configuration, and integration.\nManage defect tracking systems and coordinate issue resolution\nValidate compliance with federal cybersecurity requirements\nEnsure adherence to government accessibility standards (Section 508/WCAG)\nTest enterprise applications in Windows Server environments\nVerify security controls and data protection measures\nDevelop and maintain UI automation frameworks for regression testing\nIntegrate automated tests into GitLab CI/CD pipelines\nTest Apache Tomcat application server deployments and configurations\nValidate authentication with backend interaction with LDAP service.\nValidate Oracle 19c database integrations and data flows\nVerify data migration integrity with application to Solr integration.\nTest SAP Business Intelligence reporting interfaces and outputs\nEnsure seamless user experience across the modernized platform\nCollaborate with developers, business analysts, and security teams\nDocument test results, defects, and quality metrics\nProvide detailed analytical reports on system quality and readiness\nRequired Qualifications\n Ability to Obtain TS/SCI with CI Polygraph clearance which requires US Citizenship\nExtensive experience performing functional and regression testing of UI web applications\nStrong UI testing expertise including user interface validation and cross-browser compatibility\nExperience in backend troubleshooting by reviewing application and server logs to determine the cause of an application failure\nProficiency with defect tracking systems\nExperience writing and executing SQL queries to validate application data\nExperience performing verification of system buildout including installation, configuration, and integration\nPreferred Qualifications\n Excellent analytical skills and meticulous documentation practices\nStrong collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams in regulated environments\nKnowledge of federal cybersecurity requirements and government accessibility standards (Section 508/WCAG)\nFamiliarity with Windows Server environments\nExperience testing Apache Tomcat application servers, Oracle 19c databases, and SAP Business Intelligence interfaces\nAPI testing experience (Apache Solr, RESTful services)\nExperience with CI/CD pipelines, preferably GitLab\nExcellent analytical skills and meticulous documentation practices\nStrong collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams in regulated environments\nAn active TS/SCI with Polygraph\nRequired Education and Experience Equivalency\n 18 Years of experience in Software or Systems Engineering roles or a highly related field of work with similar scope and responsibilities.\nA Bachelor's degree may be substituted for 4 years of experience and a Master's Degree may be substituted for 6 years of experience.\nRequired Security Clearance\n Must be eligible to obtain a Top Secret/SCI with CI Polygraph; obtained after hire.\nU.S. citizenship is required\nEqual Employment Opportunity\n Base-2 Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. 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