Responsibilities

• Build, deploy and run containerized workloads across different environment
• Provide developers with a consistent testing infrastructure and automated tests to ensure code being developed meets the customers needs and automated test coverage is maximized
• Interface with engineering teams and leadership to help identify and refine relevant test coverage
• Work with different internal customer facing teams, understanding the different deployment scenarios, upgrade paths and dependencies
• Design and document test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures
• Provide feedback to developers regarding functionality and usability of software
• Understand how the various components of our product fit together with particular attention to the testing and quality
• Track new product feature and design changes and implement corresponding testing strategies
• Build rapid prototypes and work on fast-paced projects
• Collaborate with internal teams to solve issues involving test automation
• Mentor, provide direction and guidance to junior SDET personnel on the team

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be able to be cleared up to TOP SECRET
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Experience with Kubernetes or Docker
• Midlevel programing experience writing software with Python or Golang
• Demonstrate strong programming fundamentals, preferably with experience in Go language, and one or more Go-based test frameworks (Ginkgo, Testify, XUnit or similar)
• Additional Test Framework experience using Pytest, JUnit, CI/CD Pipeline testing
• Experience with automation tools and technologies (e.g. Git, Terraform, Tekton, Ansible)
• Familiarity with one or more CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, Jenkins, Concourse, Circle CI or similar
• Ability to ramp-up quickly and contribute to a production codebase
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, and GitLab
• Possess a drive for excellence and quality; ability to place team success before self

Preferred Qualifications

Commuting distance to Northern VA/DC Metro Area highly desirable

Commuting distance to the Northern VA / DC Metro Area

Responsibilities:

• Designs and architects the test automation framework and develops the new test automation libraries.
• Designs, builds, and tests harnesses for Automation Testing.
• Develops the Automated Regression Pack.
• Designs & executes Regression Test Pack using frontend & backend test scripts.
• Automates the Test Data Management.
• Designs and Develops Automated solutions.
• Implements QA process and Automated testing for all the work streams to improve the overall testing cycle.
• Participates in the development and support of the testing program aimed at supporting multiple testing efforts simultaneously.
• Leads the test plan articulation, planning, and management of individual testing events.
• Utilizes appropriate testing tools for both front-end and back-end Quality Assurance.
• Identifies testable events and develop the test cases / test scripts.
• Identifies and captures test data to support the test cases defined by the testing team.
• Leverages the testing process and test tool kit to create re-useable test assets.

• Lead the ongoing effort to bring new testing knowledge into the team.
• Acts as one of the team representatives to IT and user groups within relevant testing phases.
• Leads Test Environment Set-up/management, monitoring, and the streamlining of release management to QA Environments.
• Participates in multiple meetings with IT owners, business owners and product or team members.
• Responds to technical queries, document Planning activities, Offshore coordination, Build work plan and Visio diagrams.
• Describes Existing Automation Architecture, Participates in Design and Architecture Meetings.
• Builds and configures. new interfaces to support testing activities.
• Participates in testing, deployment prep and actual deployment for both retail and commercial phases.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 4 years of experience leading the Automation Testing for a large-scale project.
• Experience with agile methodologies.

Clearance:

Active IRS MBI (Minimum Background Investigation) Clearance.

Key Responsibilities for Lead Test Engineer

• Lead a team of test engineers to ensure high-quality software deliverables.
• Develop, implement, and maintain test strategies, plans, and comprehensive test cases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive the execution of testing phases.
• Identify, document, and track bugs, ensuring resolutions are implemented effectively.
• Continuously improve test processes to enhance efficiency and coverage.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in testing procedures.

Skills and Experience Required for Lead Test Engineer

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in software testing, with at least 3 years in a lead role.
• Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience with System of System (SoS) and System integration testing.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with leading independent verification & validation (IV&V) team
• Proven abilities in managing and mentoring a team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Our Offerings

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous PTO and holidays
• Casual work environment
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Access to advanced tools and technologies
• Inclusive culture that values employee well-being and work-life balance

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