Automated Test Engineer

Automated Test EngineerABSC has an exciting opening for you as our next Automated Test Engineer supporting DIA-NMEC/OSIC under our 10-year DOMEX Technology Platform (DTP) contract. Have impact as part of a mission focused, solutions oriented, and adaptive team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development. You will play a key role with the testing and deployment of a Leidos designed, developed and deployed DoD-wide Tasking, Collection, Processing, Exploitation, and Dissemination (TCPED) workflow management platform for Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT). While the work is primarily conducted on-site at our client location in Bethesda, MD, we offer a flexible schedule and, occasionally, some tasks may be performed remotely. Percentage of remote work will vary based on client requirements/deliverables. If you are ready to join ABSC in enabling DIA's NMEC to provide critical and unique capabilities to the Intelligence Community, apply today!Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:As a valued member of the team, you will work closely with fellow Test Engineers, User Services, Software Engineers, Systems Engineers, and Architects and will support key tasks such as:Design test strategies, test plans, and test cases from requirements, design documents and specifications for testing across different platforms and with an emphasis on manual testing.Estimate test case writing and execution effort and keeping track of own progress.Test case authoring and holding test case reviews with stakeholders.Execution of test cases including functional, smoke, regression, and integration tests.Reporting, tracking, validating, and closing defects.Recording test results and reporting them.Participation in daily scrum meetings.Participate in system design sessions to provide input on testability of new features.Support our processes by keeping track and gathering metrics on all testing activities.Participate in all phases of risk management assessments and software/hardware development with emphasis on analysis of user requirements, test design and test tools selection.Using metrics in quantitative project management concept to identify areas for improvement.Providing innovative solutions for more efficient testing strategy.Experience and education required for this role:BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience with 8+ years in software development, release management, or operations management or related field.Must have an active TS/SCI security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with Polygraph security clearance.Working knowledge of the software development lifecycle and Agile-Scrum development methodologyExperience with API and endpoint testingExperience with Continuous Integration pipelineExperience in drafting test plans and test casesExperience in using test management toolsExperience with use of tools such as Atlassian Jira and ConfluenceDemonstrated ability to participate in cross-functional planning, coordination, and task execution situations involving the full spectrum of system integration activities.Ability to work well/collaborate with people from many different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience as well as working within a team environment; Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writingDesired experience for this role:Familiarity with both Automated and Manual testing techniquesExperience with big data applicationsTechnical degree and/or certificationsExperience with Elastic Search and experience with writing and executing backend tests using KibanaScaled Agile Framework certification (SAFe Agilist or other)Familiarity with GitFlow development modelOn-site Amenities:AvailableparkingAccessible from MD, VA, or DCMetro-accessible shuttle serviceWide open campusGym on siteRestaurants within walking distanceSalary is commensurate with experience. Salary range for this requisition is: $90-$140k.Since 2001, Absolute Business Solutions Corp (ABSC) has delivered professional services and technology-enabled solutions to federal, defense, and intelligence customers through a mission-first ethos resulting in agile, innovative, and technology-advancing capabilities.ABSC's employees – including software developers, multi-disciplined intelligence analysts, technology protection engineers, program support personnel, and specialists in cloud, data science, AI/ML, and cyber – diligently support their customers, address their challenges, and stay ahead of technological or operational impacts to the mission.ABSC stands ready to deliver the next generation of programs, personnel, and solutions to help advance our federal government customers' driving innovation, agility, and security across all mission areas.Some of our benefits include:4 weeks of PTO plus 11 Federal HolidaysRetirement Planning – 401k Fully Vested with MatchingTuition Assistance Program – Have Student Loans? Let us help!Annual Health and Wellness AllowanceCareer Development –5,250 USD Annually Towards Education and TrainingVolunteer Time Off – Spend time directly supporting a charity of your choiceCharitable Match – ABSC matches (set amount) an employee's donation to a qualifying charityPaid Parental Leave –Employees receive 3 weeks of paid parental leave at 100% payReferral Program – We pay for internal and external referrals!Performance BonusApply to join our team today! We are always looking to grow our team - if you know someone who is seeking a new career opportunity, please share this job opening with them! ABSC offers generous external referral bonuses. You don't need to be an employee to benefit from our Referral Program!*ABSC is a proud V3, Virginia Values Vets, member which recognizes our commitment to hiring Veterans. If you are a veteran, please be sure to include that in your application. Thank you! *Absolute Business Solutions Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Absolute Business Solutions Corp. (ABSc)