Senior Test Automation Engineer – Microservices

CTRL + LLC • Annapolis Junction, MD

5d • $114 - $125 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Test Automation Engineer will help modernize a legacy operational system into a microservices architecture using AWS-native technologies and modern CI/CD. The role focuses on verifying that the platform works, scales, and performs under pressure through manual and automated testing.

The position is on-site in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, and requires an active TS/SCI with polygraph. Applicants must live within commuting distance. Limited telework may be possible for some roles, but regular on-site attendance is required and the position is not fully remote.

Requirements

• Currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph; the employer does not sponsor new clearances or clearance upgrades.
• Have 9 years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree in a related discipline, or a master's degree plus 7 years of relevant experience.
• Have experience with one or more of Playwright, Cucumber, JMeter, Swagger, Selenium, or Cypress.
• Have experience with Section 508 testing tools such as JAWS or NVDA.
• Have experience with Java, JavaScript, Python, or Ansible.
• Have experience with Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD, GitLab, or Jira.
• Live within commuting distance of the Annapolis Junction work location and meet the regular in-person work requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Microservices design and architecture experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual and automated tests within a test framework.
• Author tests using Cucumber and Playwright.
• Run load, performance, chaos, functional, and end-to-end testing.
• Apply microservices, CI/CD, and Agile practices.
• Collaborate with developers and stakeholders.

Benefits

• 10% employer 401(k) non-elective contribution.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development and certification reimbursement.
• Technology and ergonomic equipment reimbursement, subject to eligibility.
• Referral and retention bonus programs, subject to eligibility.
• Paid social and team events.
• Compensation models may include a bonus and/or five weeks of PTO, depending on the selected model and role eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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