IVVQ Engineer

Location: Austin, United States of AmericaThales people architect identity management and data protection solutions at the heart of digital security. Business and governments rely on us to bring trust to the billons of digital interactions they have with people. Our technologies and services help banks exchange funds, people cross borders, energy become smarter and much more. More than 30,000 organizations already rely on us to verify the identities of people and things, grant access to digital services, analyze vast quantities of information and encrypt data to make the connected world more secure.Position SummaryAustin, Hybrid Thales is looking for a Integration, Validation, Verification and Qualification (IVVQ) Engineer who is an experienced individual contributor responsible for leading validation activities for complex software products and features supporting state and local government identity, driver license, ID credentialing, and biometric public safety solutions.This role owns the validation lifecycle for assigned products, features, and releases, including test strategy, test planning, test case design, automation development, execution, defect management, metrics, and validation reporting. The IVVQ Engineer applies strong technical judgment to ensure software quality, reliability, traceability, and compliance with product requirements while supporting timely delivery across Agile and/or Waterfall development environments.Operating with a high degree of independence, this role partners closely with software engineering, architecture, product, project, and IVVQ teams to identify quality risks early, improve testability, resolve complex defects, and ensure validation activities are aligned with product priorities and release commitments. The role also contributes to continuous improvement of validation practices, including automation frameworks, CI/CD integration, AI-enabled testing methods, and process enhancements that improve efficiency, coverage, and product quality.Regulatory Compliance RequirementsMust have U.S. Citizenship to obtain the post-hire Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Clearance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and must be able to obtain post-hire clearance from the Committee on Foreign Investments in the U.S. (CFIUS) and Department of Treasury.Key Areas of Responsibility Own and execute the full IVVQ validation lifecycle for assigned products, features, releases, and test campaigns.Define, maintain, and execute validation strategies aligned with product requirements, technical architecture, quality standards, and delivery timelines.Develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, validation procedures, and traceability documentation based on functional and technical specifications.Design, develop, maintain, and improve automated test frameworks and scripts to support scalable, repeatable, and efficient validation.Execute manual, automated, integration, regression, performance, API, and system-level testing as appropriate to product scope.Analyze test results, identify trends, assess quality risks, and communicate findings to technical and product stakeholders.Own defect identification, documentation, triage, investigation, tracking, and resolution coordination through closure.Partner with software engineers, architects, product teams, project teams, and other IVVQ contributors to resolve complex technical issues and improve product quality.Participate in requirements, design, architecture, and sprint/release planning reviews to ensure testability, quality, and risk mitigation are addressed early.Deliver assigned validation scope within sprint, release, or project commitments, ensuring work is completed on time and aligned with product priorities.Generate validation reports, quality metrics, dashboards, and release-readiness inputs to provide visibility into product quality and validation status.Contribute to risk assessment and mitigation strategies related to software quality, integration, validation, verification, and qualification.Leverage AI-driven tools and methods to improve test generation, execution efficiency, defect detection, and validation coverage.Continuously improve IVVQ processes, tools, automation practices, documentation, and methodologies.Support integration of automated tests into CI/CD pipelines and development workflows.Contribute to product and validation documentation, including specifications, user-facing documentation, technical procedures, and IVVQ artifacts.Provide technical guidance, knowledge-sharing, and support to less experienced team members as needed.Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, high-technology environment.Perform other duties as assigned by management.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.Typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience in IVVQ, software validation, test automation, quality engineering, or a related software engineering discipline.Demonstrated experience owning validation scope for complex software products, features, releases, or integrated systems.Strong knowledge of software quality practices, IVVQ methodology, test strategy, defect management, and requirements traceability.Proven experience with modern test automation tools such as TestComplete, Selenium, Playwright, JMeter, or similar tools.Proficiency with programming or scripting languages such as Python, C#, Java, or similar.Experience with version control and collaboration tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Jira, and Confluence.Experience working in Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid software development environments.Knowledge of web API testing, usability testing, security testing concepts, and integrated system validation.Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills in complex or integrated software environments.Ability to communicate technical information clearly to internal stakeholders, project teams, and cross-functional partners.Strong analytical, problem-solving, prioritization, and decision-making skills.Ability to work independently, manage assigned scope, and adapt quickly in a dynamic delivery environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience developing or improving test automation frameworks.Experience integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines.Experience with API testing and automation tools such as Postman, ReadyAPI, or similar.Experience supporting validation for government, identity, biometric, credentialing, public safety, or regulated software products.Familiarity with cloud-based architecture and services such as AWS or Azure.Experience using metrics, dashboards, and quality reporting to support release readiness decisions.Ability to assess complex situations, define practical validation strategies, and simplify execution for delivery teams.Ability to make sound decisions in ambiguous or uncertain technical environments.Knowledge of AI-enabled testing, test optimization, or defect detection methods.Interest or experience in mentoring, coaching, or supporting junior IVVQ or QA team members.Special Position RequirementsTravel: up to 15%Why Join Us?Say HI and learn more about working at Thales click here. Hybrid TI1This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with [a] criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal law, state law, and local ordinances.We are an equal opportunity employer, including disability and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please contact us at talentacquisition@us.thalesgroup.com.The reference Total Target Compensation (TTC) market range for this position, inclusive of annual base salary and the variable compensation target, is betweenTotal Target Cash (TTC) 119,251.50 - 198,752.50 USD AnnualThis reflects how companies in a similar industry and geographic region generally pay for similar jobs. This range helps the Company make pay decisions as one data point among many. Where a position falls within this range is also dependent on other factors including – but not limited to – the employee’s career path history, competencies, skills and performance, as well as the company’s annual salary budget, the customer’s program requirements, and the company’s internal equity. Thales may offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s status protected by local, state, or federal law.(For Internal candidate, if you need more information, please reach out to your HR Shared Service, 1st Point)Thales provides an extensive benefits program for all full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week and their eligible dependents, including the following:Elective Health, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Whole Group Life w/LTC, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Plan, Identity Theft, and Pet InsuranceRetirement Savings Plan after 30 days of employment with a company contribution and a match, and with no vesting periodCompany paid holidays and Paid Time OffCompany provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Disability, Employee Assistance Plan, and Well-being Program