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Automated Test Engineer
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An Automated Test Engineer maintains and develops test automation frameworks and scripts, collaborates with development and DevSecOps teams, and documents defects to support quality assurance for government systems.
About this role
We are seeking an Automated Test Engineer to join our team. Working at NT Concepts means that you are part of an innovative, agile company dedicated to solving the most critical challenges in National Security. We’re looking for the best and the brightest to join us in supporting this mission. If meaningful work, initiative, creativity, and continuous self-improvement are important to your career, join our growing team and discover What's Next for you.
Mission Focus: As a Automated Test Engineer on our solutions delivery team, you will have the unique opportunity to work on innovative projects advancing the digital transformation of critical government systems with true mission impact.
Clearance: Minimum secret clearance required, TS/SCI w/ Poly desired
Location/Flexibility: Vienna, VA with some days in Chantilly, VA; remote flexibility available
Responsibilities:
- Update and maintain the implemented test automation suite.
- Work collaboratively with development teams to develop and maintain new test automation scripts.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to include development, DevSecOps, and operations teams.
- Identify, analyze, and document problems with the solution’s function, output, or content.
- Plan test schedules or strategies in accordance with project scope or delivery dates.
- Document software defects using JIRA bug tracking system and report defects to the development teams and Scrum Master.
- Research, develop, install, and configure tools to improve testing and quality efforts.
Qualifications:
- Active Secret clearance.
- 3-8 years’ relevant experience building and maintaining test automation frameworks and scripts.
- Familiarity with Agile Methodologies.
- Prior working experience with Unit Testing, Integration Testing, End to End Testing, System Acceptance Testing, and User Acceptance Testing phases.
- Experience with GitHub, Python, and TypeScript.
- Experience developing repeatable test procedures, executing tests, recording results, and working with developers to identify and resolve issues.
- Proficiency coding an automated framework and working with open-source automation tools (Selenium, Playwright, Jasmine, Karma).
- Python or TypeScript skills, basic knowledge of databases and related scripting/programming.
- Detail-oriented, quick learner with the ability to multi-task.
- Demonstrated ability to work as part of an integrated team, as well as independently.
- Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills conducive to team building.
- Must have good practical testing skills and an understanding of QA and development.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a fast-paced agile environment.
- Experience working with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning capabilities.
- Experience with Cloud environments, specifically AWS.
- Familiarity with DevOps principles and practices.
- Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Development.
- Experience using Microsoft Playwright.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 10-15 pounds at times.
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The pay range listed for this position reflects the wage or salary range NT Concepts expects to pay for this role at the time of posting. The compensation offered to a successful candidate within this range will be based on legitimate, job-related factors, including (but not limited to) the candidate's work location, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
About NT Concepts
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in the Washington DC Metro area, NT Concepts is a private, mid-tier company with clients spanning the Intelligence and Defense communities. We deliver end-to-end data and technology solutions that advance the modernization, transformation, and automation of the national security mission—solutions with real impact developed in a strong engineering culture that encourages technical growth, leadership, and creative “big idea” problem-solving.
Employees are the core of NT Concepts. We understand that world-changing concepts happen in collaborative environments. We are a company where talented teams work together using innovation and expertise to solve our clients’ most critical challenges. Here, you’ll gain competitive benefits, opportunities to bolster your skills and develop new abilities, and a company culture dedicated to support and service. In addition to our benefits program, we encourage our employees to take part in #NTC_GivesBack, which paves the way for positive social change.
If joining a stable company with strong professional growth opportunities resonates with you, and you seek vital, mission-driven projects (for some pretty cool clients) that use your specific talents, we’d love to have you move forward with us.
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