Automated Test Engineer (Hybrid Telework) - TS/SCI /w poly required
About The Position
GDIT is seeking a Test Engineer to support mission-critical government projects and help ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of a mission-critical system. The role works closely 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. The position is hybrid, with up to two days of telework per week, and is located in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. The engineer will independently develop and maintain scalable automated UI and API test scripts using Playwright, execute test suites, analyze results, troubleshoot failures, and document defects and testing metrics. The role also partners with DevOps and software engineering teams to integrate testing into CI/CD workflows and participates in Agile ceremonies to help establish test coverage for features and bug fixes. This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph. GDIT lists a likely salary range of $170,000–$230,000, subject to experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements. The scheduled workweek is 40 hours, with no travel required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- The posting’s job qualifications section states 7+ years of related experience; the role requirements section states 10+ years of related experience.
- Must currently possess a Top Secret/SCI clearance with polygraph; the posting also states this clearance must be obtainable.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Proven experience designing, writing, and maintaining automated tests using Playwright.
- Proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript 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 such as Git.
Nice To Haves
- Experience configuring and integrating automated tests within CI/CD pipelines, such as GitLab CI/CD.
- Familiarity with cloud-based architecture and deployment, particularly Amazon Web Services.
- Basic understanding of containerization with Docker to test applications in consistent environments.
- Familiarity with government agency reporting and dissemination policies.
Responsibilities
- Independently design, develop, and maintain scalable automated UI and API test scripts using Playwright.
- Execute automated test suites, analyze results, troubleshoot failures, and document defects and testing metrics.
- Partner with DevOps and software engineers to integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, such as GitLab CI/CD.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and demos.
- Work with the team to understand functional requirements and ensure test coverage for new features and bug fixes.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Competitive pay and paid time off.
- Full-flex work weeks where possible.
- Medical plan options, including plans with Health Savings Accounts.
- Dental and vision plan options.
- Vacation, sick and personal time, holiday, paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
- Short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
