Lead Test Engineer 85

We are seeking an experienced Test Engineer for one of our PRIME CONTRACTS which offers exciting opportunities to support mission focused, enterprise geospatial products, services and systems across the enterprise. The program provides full life cycle support services through design, development, sustainment, and modernization of the agency's geospatial web services and tools. The program also supports commercial geospatial products including enterprise deployments, customizations and geospatial analyst support.

These applications are used across the IC enterprise and are vital to its daily functions to support geospatial analysis and visualization. The program operates in Contractor facilities in the Annapolis Junction region and allows up to 16 hours per week of telework.

The Test Engineer is responsible for:

• Test Planning and Strategy: Develop and implement test strategies, plans, and test cases for geospatial applications and Java microservices, considering functional, performance, and security aspects
• Test Automation: Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using testing frameworks and tools for efficient regression testing
• Manual Testing: Conduct manual testing to verify complex geospatial analysis and visualization features, ensuring they meet user requirements and quality standards
• Regression Testing: Perform regression testing to identify and track software defects and ensure that they are resolved before release
• Performance Testing: Evaluate the performance of Java microservices and geospatial applications to identify bottlenecks and optimize system performance
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports
• Collaboration: Work closely with development teams to understand software requirements, provide feedback on design, and advocate for quality testing practices
• Issue Reporting: Identify, report, and track defects using issue tracking systems and work collaboratively with developers to ensure timely resolution
• Continuous Improvement: Actively contribute to process improvements, recommend testing best practices, and stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies

Required Qualifications:

• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
• Two (2) years’ experience in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field. Four (4) years of additional Test Engineer experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Strong proficiency in Python is required for designing and implementing automated test solutions, developing test frameworks, and integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines.

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven experience in software testing with a focus on geospatial applications and Java microservices, and RESTful APIs
• Knowledge of geospatial techniques, analysis, and visualization
• Proficiency in test automation using tools like Selenium, JUnit, or similar
• Familiarity with testing RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
• Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or Gatling
• Solid understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of test efforts

The estimated salary range for this position is between $120,000.00 and $170,000.00 (annualized USD). This range reflects the typical pay for the role and is one part of the company's comprehensive compensation package. Actual salaries are influenced by several factors, such as location, the individual’s education, skills, experience, and competencies, as well as contract affordability and organizational needs.

What’s in It for You?

Flexible work environment

A team mentality – work with friendly, like-minded professionals

Work with innovative, cutting edge technologies

Enjoy extremely competitive compensation and benefits

A work-life balance you can count on

Opportunities to grow and advance your career on our dime

The Benefits You Get with Freedom

Amazing benefits including matching 401k, fully paid medical, and more

Generous paid time off – including paid site closure days

Competitive salary offerings

Paid training and tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Fully paid life and disability

Annual logo wear allowance

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Phone: 410-290-9035

Email: recruiting@goftsg.com

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