Automated Test Engineer

Automated Test Engineer (Annapolis Junction, MD)

Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required. Please do not apply if you do not currently possess this level of clearance.

Telework: 2 days per week.

• Ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of the RAD system.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional Agile team of software developers, system engineers, and product owners to validate functional enhancements and support modernization of authoring and dissemination tools.
• Independently design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable automated UI and API test scripts utilizing Cypress.
• Execute automated test suites, analyze results, troubleshoot failures, and document defects and testing metrics.
• Partner with Dev Ops and software engineers to integrate automated testing into the CI/CD pipeline (e.g., Git Lab CI/CD) for continuous quality and rapid feedback.
• Participate actively in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, demos) and work with the team to understand functional requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage for new features and bug fixes.

• Proven experience designing, writing, and maintaining Cypress automated tests.
• Proficiency in JavaScript or Type Script for test script development.
• Experience testing modern web applications, RESTful microservices, and APIs.
• Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Practical experience with Agile software development methodologies and collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Experience with version control systems (Git).

• Experience configuring and integrating automated tests within CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Git Lab CI/CD).
• Familiarity with cloud-based architecture and deployment (Amazon Web Services).
• Basic understanding of containerization (Docker) to test applications in consistent environments.
• Familiarity with domain knowledge surrounding government agency reporting and dissemination policies.

25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and dependents (available day
1), 8% 401(k) employer match with immediate vesting.

The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. This range is subject to change and is provided as a guideline.

Shield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.