Testing Lead

Type of Requisition: Pipeline Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None Public Trust/Other Required: MBI (T2) Job Family: Software Engineering Job Qualifications: Skills: Automated Regression Testing, Automated Testing, Smoke Test Certifications: None Experience: 8 + years of related experience US Citizenship Required: No Job Description: GDIT is seeking a highly skilled Function Testing Lead to ensure unity to make a personal impact as a Testing Lead supporting the United States Postal Service. GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career. At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Testing Lead , you will help ensure that today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Testing Lead joining our team to ensure that USPS Information Technology products perform properly and as expected. HOW A TESTING LEAD WILL MAKE AN IMPACT The Testing Lead will be responsible for overseeing the testing strategy, resource allocation, and team management for various testing roles including automation testers, functional testers, and CAT testers. The Testing Lead will work closely with the Environment Management Team and SCRUM teams to identify appropriate test environments per release. Key Responsibilities: Develop and oversee the testing strategy Allocate resources effectively for testing activities Manage automation testers, functional testers, and CAT testers Assist in identifying appropriate test environments for each release Collaborate with the Environment Management Team and SCRUM teams Act as the Testing Lead, with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Collaborate and report to the application team leaders, business partners, and ELT on a routine basis Ability to cross train and mentor the testing team, including other vendors and USPS resources Responsible for Chaos and HA testing WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED: Education : Bachelor’s degree in technology, software development and/or accounting/business is preferred; OR in lieu of degree, an additional 5 years of relevant work experience is required Required Experience : 8 years of relevant experience Minimum 5 years in manual and automated testing Required Skills & Abilities : With limited direction, carry out procedures to ensure that Payroll application products and services meet organizational standards and end-user requirements. Evaluate and design testing procedures to ensure that software meets established quality standards. Develop and write testing scripts and plans to ensure that software functions as expected. Prepare complex data sets to test logic, error handling and system workflows. Conduct testing of more complex features and verify fixes. Monitor and document testing procedures and results are in compliance with required USPS Technology Solution Life Cycle (TSLC) standards. Functional Testing: Verify that each feature of the software works as specified in the requirements. Key types of functional testing include: Smoke Testing: Quick, initial testing for critical functions. Regression Testing: Ensure new code changes haven't broken existing functionality. End-to-End (E2E) Testing: Validate complete system/user flows from start to finish. Knowledge and qualifications: Motivated self-starter with excellent analytical, organization, and troubleshooting skills. Ability to invoke logical reasoning to analyze computer processes and results and make deductions based on the information available. Deep knowledge of software development cycle and testing methodologies. Proficient in running manual tests, and able to recognize when and how to incorporate automated testing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce expenses. Payroll domain knowledge: Understanding of payroll cycles, tax calculations, deductions, benefits, etc. Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations. Payroll Calculations such as gross-to-net pay, benefits deductions, garnishments, bonuses. Payroll Cycle end-to-end processes such as new hire onboarding, timesheet and HR integration, payroll simulation, paycheck creation, termination/final pay processing. Retroactive calculations and back pay for salary revisions. Basic understanding of accounting related to payroll. Experience using AI-driven tools that automatically generate test scripts based on system requirements, user stories, or existing application behavior. Attention to Detail: Critical for identifying discrepancies in payroll calculations that could lead to financial penalties or legal issues Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze issues and payroll anomalies, determine if a discrepancy is a system bug or input error, and work with developers to resolve them. Strong Communication Skills: Ability to collaborate with key stakeholders, Solutions Architects, Product Owner, Managers and Developers. Time Management: Manage testing schedules to meet deadlines and payroll cycles. Successful can