Test Automation Engineer – III

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

📋 Description

• Conduct thorough backend data and ETL validation on large-scale data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, PostgreSQL, and similar technologies.

• Examine, interpret, and verify complex CMS datasets, which include Shared Systems Claims, Final Action Indicator logic, Provider data, Beneficiary data, and other data assets.

• Validate data obtained from CMS’s Integrated Data Repository (IDR) and OnePI (Program Integrity) systems in relation to Fraud Prevention System (FPS) downstream workflows.

• Execute detailed backend-to-frontend comparison testing to guarantee accurate and consistent data presentation between backend databases (Snowflake/PostgreSQL) and UI applications or Databricks Unity Catalog outputs.

• Carry out backend performance testing activities, such as: Query performance analysis and optimization recommendations, Benchmarking data processing times and throughput, Load, stress, and volume testing of backend services and data pipelines, and Identifying and escalating performance bottlenecks in partnership with platform and engineering teams.

• Work closely with Business Analysts, DBAs, Developers, DevOps engineers, and Scrum/Kanban teams to validate data integrity and ensure optimal backend performance.

• Ensure adherence to CMS Testing Frameworks, SDLC processes, quality standards, and federal regulatory requirements.

• Assist with functional UI validations as needed to sustain end-to-end data alignment throughout the application ecosystem.

• Independently create, implement, and maintain detailed backend test plans, performance testing strategies, and rigorous validation scenarios with minimal supervision.

• Develop and execute API-based validation scenarios to assess backend service operations and data exchanges.

• Actively engage in Agile ceremonies, including Daily Standups, Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement, PI Planning, Sprint Reviews/Demos, and Retrospectives.

• Provide support, mentorship, and share subject-matter expertise with backend and functional test teams to enhance overall quality practices.

⛳️ Requirements

• All candidates are required to pass public trust clearance through the U.S. Federal Government.

• A minimum of 4 years of hands-on experience in backend data testing or data QA roles.

• Experience in performing data validation and testing within large-scale data environments, including platforms like Databricks and Snowflake.

• Background in conducting backend performance testing, including workload analysis, query optimization, and data pipeline performance evaluation.

• Proficient in collaboration and work management tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Slack.

• Experience working within Agile, SAFe, or similar software development methodologies.

• Ability to formulate clear user stories, defect reports, test documentation, and acceptance criteria.

• Experience translating business requirements, functional specifications, and user stories into comprehensive backend test cases.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the capability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams, including Product Owners, Database Administrators, Developers, and Architects.

• Ability to independently manage assigned tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and deliver quality results within set timelines.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) retirement benefits

• Paid time off

• Paid holidays

• Life and disability insurance

• Additional wellness and employee support programs