Software Test Engineer
WR Systems· Maritime· Oct 6, 2026 · 22d ago
Norfolk, VA
In office
Full-time
Mid
$104K–$133K
Job description
Location Norfolk, VA, US
Category Engineering & Science
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Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
Travel Requirements: Limited travel; must be willing and able to support division travel to trade shows and customer sites, as needed.
Location: Norfolk, VA
SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a Software Test Engineer to support the design and testing of geospatial/geographic information systems (GIS) using advanced programming languages.
Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
Supports geospatial-based software design and testing with an emphasis on:
Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs)
Backend logic and databases
Conducts software testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and performance tuning.
Supports the evaluation and validation of software functionality and performance.
Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:
Bachelor of Science degree, conferred or currently in the final year of a program, in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related scientific discipline.
Three (3)+ years of Software Test Engineer experience.
Strong understanding of advanced programming concepts, including:
Object-oriented programming
Design patterns
Multi-threading
Inter-process communication
Buffering
Persistence
Solid understanding of data filtering, present-time filtering, future-time predictions, and interpolation/smoothing methods.
Ability to conduct performance tuning and debugging.
Experience with C++, C#, and/or Python programming.
Knowledge of technologies such as ASP.NET, Blazor, .NET Core, and Mono is beneficial.
Proficiency in a high-level programming language, with C++ and/or C# preferred.
The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.
Position Salary Range: $104,000 - $133,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.
Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.
WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see wrsystems.com for more information.
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2026-08-26
Software Test Engineer
WR systems
Norfolk
US-VA
US
wrsystems-openhire.silkroad.com
full-time/regular
Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance
Travel Requirements: Limited travel; must be willing and able to support division travel to trade shows and customer sites, as needed.
Location: Norfolk, VA
SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a Software Test Engineer to support the design and testing of geospatial/geographic information systems (GIS) using advanced programming languages.
Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
• Supports geospatial-based software design and testing with an emphasis on:
• Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs)
• Backend logic and databases
• Conducts software testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and performance tuning.
• Supports the evaluation and validation of software functionality and performance.
Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:
• Bachelor of Science degree, conferred or currently in the final year of a program, in Computer/Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a related scientific discipline.
• Three (3)+ years of Software Test Engineer experience.
• Strong understanding of advanced programming concepts, including:
• Object-oriented programming
• Design patterns
• Multi-threading
• Inter-process communication
• Buffering
• Persistence
• Solid understanding of data filtering, present-time filtering, future-time predictions, and interpolation/smoothing methods.
• Ability to conduct performance tuning and debugging.
• Experience with C++, C#, and/or Python programming.
• Knowledge of technologies such as ASP.NET, Blazor, .NET Core, and Mono is beneficial.
• Proficiency in a high-level programming language, with C++ and/or C# preferred.
The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.
Position Salary Range: $104,000 - $133,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.
Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.
WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see wrsystems.com for more information.
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