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Salesforce Test Engineer

TISTA Science and Technology Corporation • United States

remotefull-time

Salary: USD 65,205 - 81,000 / year

Posted Oct 29, 2026Apply by Oct 29, 2027

**Role & seniority: ** Salesforce Test Engineer (seniority not explicitly stated; requires 10 years IT industry experience) for a federal IT program.

**Stack/tools (explicit): **

  • Salesforce (hands-on testing/overseeing)

  • SQL, Oracle, MS-Access

  • Unix & Windows

  • Testing areas: Java, .NET, Web, SOA, ETL applications

  • Some Java development exposure

  • Agile methodology; exposure to SDLC models (Waterfall/Iterative/Agile)

  • Top 3 responsibilities:

    • Create functional test scenarios/test cases and test plans/strategy, including estimates and level of effort.

    • Execute tests, coordinate testing, log/validate defects, debug as needed, and maintain DSTRs.

    • Prepare test data, develop procedures/scripts, and support UAT with federal/contractor leads; clarify requirements.

  • Must-have skills:

    • Hands-on Salesforce testing experience

    • 10 years IT industry experience

    • Ability to analyze functional/technical architecture documents and requirements

    • Strong coordination, communication, reporting, analytical skills

    • SQL/Oracle/MS-Access proficiency

    • Intermediate Unix/Windows knowledge

  • Nice-to-haves:

    • Some Java development experience

    • Experience across Java/.NET/Web/SOA/ETL applications

    • Assistance with/experience in test automation approaches/tools (mentioned as part of refining testing approach)

  • **Location & wor

Full Description

Overview

TISTA Science and Technology is looking for a Salesforce Test Engineer to join a program that performs IT Operations and Maintenance, Infrastructure Protection and Information and Assurance, and Software Development Support Services for our federal client. At TISTA, you’ll do meaningful, mission‑driven work that improves lives alongside teammates you trust and leaders who are transparent and supportive. We invest in your learning and internal mobility so you can build a career that keeps advancing. We’re proud to serve and hire Veterans, and we put people first in everything we do. TISTA associates enjoy above Industry Healthcare Benefits, Remote Working Options, Paid Time Off, Training/Certification opportunities, Healthcare Savings Account & Flexible Savings Account, Paid Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability, 401K Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays, Military Leave, and much more!

Responsibilities

Develop functional testing scenarios as well as detailed functional test cases. Build, lead and deliver test plans, estimates, strategy and hands on testing in Salesforce and integrated systems. Manage project deadlines, as well as your time and schedule in a fast-paced federal environment. Review and generate complex test plans, generate test case data, build procedures and testing scripts based upon functional specifications. Execute test cases, coordinate and execute tests, log and validate defects, debug and document. Maintain DSTRs. Define Level of effort for building test cases. Assist test lead/manager to define and refine functional testing approaches, tools, automation and documentation. Interact with Federal and contractor functional leads to clarify requirements and scenarios. Assist the Federal and contractor resources to conduct User Acceptance Testing. Respond to developers' questions regarding test results, bugs and defects. Communicate frequently with customers and team members, facilitating discussions an exercising professional judgment as require.

Qualifications

10 years of IT Industry experience (required). Hands-on experience with testing and overseeing the testing of Salesforce based systems (required). Should have experience in Agile methodology. Ability to read and understand Functional, Technical architecture design documents and analyze test requirements. Should have strong co-ordination, communication & reporting, analytical skills. Experience in testing Java, .Net, Web, SOA, ETL based applications. Having some level Java development experience. Prepare test data for various test cases/scenarios. Exposure to multiple SDLC models like Waterfall, Iterative, and Agile models. Strong skills in SQL, Oracle, MS-Access. Intermediate understanding and experience with Unix and Windows. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field of study.

Clearance

  • The ability to pass a Tier 2/Moderate Background Investigation.

Location

  • Remote, USA.

Pay Range

  • The pay for this position ranges from $65,205 to $81,000.
  • The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
  • Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses.
  • TISTA associates are eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits plan! More information can be found here: https://tistatech.com/working-at-tista/
Agile methodologyDefect managementETLFunctional testingJavaMS-AccessNetOracleSalesforceSOASQLTest automationTest planningUnixWeb developmentWindows

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