Lead Automated Test Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Design, develop, and maintain automated testing frameworks and suites.

• Ensure the quality and reliability of software provided for mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) applications.

• Collaborate closely with software engineers, systems engineers, and government clients in an Agile setting.

• Identify performance bottlenecks and issues.

• Analyze test results to understand system behavior under varying loads.

• Provide actionable insights based on testing outcomes.

• Create and execute test plans, test cases, and test procedures that align with system requirements and user stories.

• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.

• Conduct root-cause analysis on test failures and collaborate with developers to swiftly address defects.

• Work with systems engineers to derive requirements that are testable.

• Assist in the setup, configuration, and maintenance of test environments, including containerized setups.

• Produce and maintain comprehensive test documentation such as test plans, test reports, and traceability matrices.

• Mentor junior team members in automated testing methodologies and tools.

⛳️ Requirements

• US Citizenship is required.

• Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Secret Clearance.

• DoD 8140 intermediate certification or DoD 8570 IAM Level II certifications or higher.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.

• 5-7 years of experience in software quality assurance and automated test development, preferably within the DoD and Air Force.

• Experience in writing test scripts using Python, Java, or a similar language.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid life insurance.

• Paid time off.

• 11 paid holidays.

• Performance bonuses.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Unlimited training opportunities.

• A collaborative, flexible, and innovative work environment.