TTG-118 - Test Engineer (Software) - $277,350 Total Compensation

Summary

TTG Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Software Test Engineer with exceptional communication and technical skills. We are looking for someone to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products by designing, executing, and maintaining comprehensive test plans while managing complex stakeholder expectations.

Description

Test the user interface for expected behavior and accessibility. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including developers, product owners, and senior leadership to understand project goals and quality standards. Conduct security testing for the API and ensure that the applications remain stable. Create and manage JIRA tickets for bugs and tasks. Assist with content management in Confluence and improve team workflow visualization in JIRA. Lead Tier 1 and 2 troubleshooting efforts post-launch and support documentation efforts. Help with security log reviews and support tools like Elastic Real User Monitoring (RUM) and App Performance Monitor (APM). Communicate testing results, risks, and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Identify, document, and track software defects and drive timely resolution. Adapt testing strategies in response to shifting priorities and evolving business needs. Provide regular status updates to senior leadership. Participate in design and code reviews to provide feedback from a quality perspective.

Experience Level

Expert Generally requires eleven (11) years of experience specific to the skill and relevant training or certifications

Requirements: 11 yrs - 15 yrs 11 mos

Required Skills

• A minimum of eleven years of relevant experience with Bachelor's or Master's degrees; thirteen years without a degree
• Familiarity with Swagger
• Experience testing APIs for security
• Experience testing for accessibility
• Experience conducting application demos
• Experience with JIRA and Confluence
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Experience managing demanding stakeholders

Optional Skills

• Experience in Agile/Scrum development environments
• Familiarity with test automation frameworks and scripting

Clearance

This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.

Benefits

Benefit	Details
Base Salary	$166,000 - $201,000
PTO	30 days annual PTO, which includes holidays.
Retirement	15% company retirement contribution. No match required. Vesting period is 50% per year over 2 years.
Paid Benefits	Company pays all insurance expenses up to 8% of base pay. If your insurance expenses are less that that, we bonus the difference to you.
Annual Bonuses	3% to 5% annual bonuses.
Cell Phone Stipend	$100 monthly phone expense reimbursement.
Training Budget	3 paid training days + $2,500 training budget
New Hire Bonus	$5,000 new hire bonus

Total Compensation

Total compensation is the total combination of salary, benefits, retirement, bonuses, etc... and it is calculated using the following formula:

Total Compensation = Base Salary + Benefits Budget + Retirement + Bonus + Training Budget + Phone Stipend

Although each company has their own blend of salary and benefits, comparing total compensation is typcially the best way to compare the financial impact of each position. At TTG Solutions, we work hard to ensure our particular blend always meets or exceeds the market average.

Total Compensation = $277,350

Benefit	Value	Details
Base Salary	$201,000	Base salary for position.
Retirement	$30,150	15% company retirement contribution. No match required. Vesting period is 50% per year over 2 years.
Benefits Budget	$40,200	20% company paid Individual Benefits Account (12% for 30-days PTO, 8% for Insurances). If your insurance or PTO expenses are less than this, we bonus the difference to you.
Annual Bonus	$10,050	Annual bonus, 3% to 5% on average.
Training Budget	$2,500	Annual training budget.
Training Hours	$2,300	3 paid days for training.
Phone Stipend	$1,200	$100 monthly cell phone stipend.