Automation Test Engineer
HybridAshburn, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Design, implement, and execute comprehensive testing protocols to validate system and application requirements for a federal client. Develop, maintain, and enhance automated testing scripts and frameworks using Java, Selenium, and WebDriver. Conduct regression, smoke, and integration testing while performing API and SQL backend validation to ensure data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, isolate, and resolve software defects, ensuring adherence to Agile and QA methodologies throughout the development lifecycle. Evaluate test cases, document results, and deliver regular progress updates to stakeholders. Work onsite in Ashburn, VA up to 4 days/week.
Required Qualifications
- US Citizen with ability to successfully complete federal background investigation
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software quality assurance
- Strong understanding of Agile and QA methodologies
- Demonstrated expertise in Test Automation Tools (e.g., Selenium, WebDriver)
- Java development
- API testing tools and methodologies (e.g., Rest-Assured, Postman, REST, SOAP)
- SQL backend testing and data validation
- Source control and concurrent workflows
- Proficiency in creating and maintaining automated test frameworks and scripts
- Experience in regression, smoke, and integration testing
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
- Must be local to Ashburn, VA and available to work onsite up to 4 days/week
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with mobile application testing (iOS and/or Android) including functional and usability testing
- Experience with Jira Xray
- Hands-on experience with Test Driven Development (TDD)
- Hands-on experience with Behavior Driven Development (BDD)
- Git preferred
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