Appian Test Engineering Lead

Groundswell • McLean, VA

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About The Position

Groundswell is seeking an experienced Appian Test Engineering Lead to support development of web-based applications, with a focus on automation testing. The role plays a strategic part in designing and implementing the quality assurance program, including test strategy, test environments, and test data. It also provides leadership for testing team members and supports testing across software development and maintenance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• At least 5 years of software testing experience working with developers, project and release managers, system administrators, business analysts, and database administrators.
• At least 2 years of automation testing experience.
• Experience leading a team and mentoring junior team members.
• Experience interpreting requirements, writing quality-control documentation such as Test Reports, and writing user acceptance test plans, including acceptance criteria.
• Knowledge of test management and automation toolsets and processes.
• Knowledge of performance testing processes and cadence.
• Proficiency with test automation and test management tools such as Playwright and Selenium.
• Strong 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.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any required government security clearance or background check.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of the software development life cycle, including Agile.
• Experience with low-code platforms such as Appian, Outsystems, Pega, or Salesforce.
• Experience with User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Appian Analyst Certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the overall test strategy, test environment design, and test data.
• Provide leadership in selecting and hiring, training, mentoring, and evaluating the project performance of testing team members.
• Plan, execute, and report on software development and maintenance testing.
• Review test documentation and provide recommendations.
• Develop test plans and procedures for system evaluation based on specifications and technical data articulated in requirements documents.
• Develop and implement data collection plans based on data collection requirements, including training operators and data collectors.
• Review data collection forms and operational logs collected during testing.
• Review Test Incident Reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Support analysis of documented user requirements and assist in designing test plans that address those requirements.
• Collaborate with testing working groups on test-related issues and topics.
• Communicate timely information regarding planned and unplanned upgrades and downtimes, system changes, and common issues.
• Report bugs properly and escalate issues as needed.
• Perform technical reviews and ensure adherence to quality processes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 4% 401K match with immediate vesting.
• Paid Time Off.
• Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development.
• Flexible work schedule.
• On-site gym and childcare option.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior