Appian Test Engineering Lead

Who Are We?

Groundswell is a premier technology integrator and solution provider, resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is a small company culture with big company reach and results. Are you ready to be audacious, be bold and drive change at a rapid pace?

Join us, where we’ll make a greater impact together.

What You'll do:

We are seeking an experienced Appian Test Engineering Lead to support the development of web-based applications, specifically with automation testing experience.

Play a strategic role in the overall design and implementation of the quality assurance program.

Lead the development of overall test strategy, test environment design, and test data Provide leadership in the selection and hiring, training, mentoring, project performance evaluations of testing team members.

Plan, execute, and report on software development and maintenance testing

Review and provide recommendations regarding test documentation

Develop test plans and procedures in support of system evaluation based upon specifications and technical data articulated in requirements documents

Develop and implement data collection plans based on data collection requirements, to include training for operators and data collectors

Conduct required reviews of all data collection forms and operational logs collected during test Review Test Incident Reports for accuracy and completeness

Support analysis of documented user requirements and assists in the design of test plans in support of user requirements

Work and collaborate with testing working groups for test related issues and topics

Provide timely communication regarding upgrades and downtimes (planned & unplanned), system changes, or common issues

Understand how to properly report bugs and properly escalate issues as needed

Perform technical reviews; ensure adherence to quality processes

Required Experience/

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in information technology or related discipline from an accredited college or university5+ years of software testing experience, working with developers, project and release managers, system administrators, business analysts, and database administrators2+ years of automation testing experience

Experience leading a team and mentoring junior team members

Experience interpreting requirements, writing quality control documentation (e.g. Test Reports), and writing user acceptance test plans (including Acceptance Criteria)
Knowledge of Test Management, Automation toolsets and processes

Knowledge of Performance Testing process and cadence

Proficiency with test automation and test management tools, like Playwright and Selenium Great organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently and communicate and work productively as part of fully remote and/or hybrid teams

Must be a U.S. citizen in accordance with contract requirements.

Ability to obtain and maintain a TS clearance (preference given to those holding active TS clearance)
This is a hybrid position and will require on-site presence at our Groundswell HQ in Mclean or other client site locations in the Norther Virginia area Desired

Qualifications:

Working knowledge of the software development life cycle in general and Agile specifically

Experience with low-code platforms (Appian, Outsystems, Pega, Salesforce, etc.)Experience with User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Appian Analyst Certification Public Trust Clearance or higher

Skills:

Certification:

Why You’ll Never Want to Leave:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible Spending Account 4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)
Paid Time Off Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development

Flexible work schedule

On-site gym and childcare option

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been…