Senior Test Automation Engineer

Essential Job Functions

• Clearance: U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of the work and to obtain the required security clearance.
• Framework & Test Development: Design, build, and maintain scalable, reusable automated testing frameworks using Java, Selenium, and Katalon Studio.
• Partner with development teams to promote and implement Test-Driven Development (TDD), ensuring testability is built into system design.
• CI/CD Pipeline Integration: Integrate automated test suites into Git Lab CI/CD pipelines to support nightly builds and continuous smoke/regression testing.
• Test Automation Execution: Translate manual test cases, user stories, and acceptance criteria into efficient and reliable automated test scripts.
• Defect Management: Identify, document, and track defects; collaborate with developers to troubleshoot issues and validate fixes.
• Reporting & Metrics: Develop clear, metrics-driven reports and dashboards to communicate product quality and release readiness to stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 7+ years in software quality assurance.
• At least 4+ years focused on automation testing.
• Strong experience with Selenium and/or Katalon Studio.
• Proficiency in Java with strong object-oriented programming principles.
• Hands-on experience with Git Lab, including branching strategies and CI/CD pipeline configuration.
• Proven experience in Test-Driven Development (TDD) using frameworks such as JUnit.
• Experience testing RESTful and SOAP APIs using tools like Postman, Katalon, or Rest Assured.
• Solid SQL knowledge for data validation and test setup.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience with cloud-based testing platforms (e.g., Sauce Labs, Browser Stack).
• Familiarity with additional programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Type Script.
• QA certifications (e.g., ISTQB Advanced Level Test Automation Engineer).

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• This is a full-time, W2 position.
• On-site support in a SCIF.

Equal Opportunity

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status.