Test Automation Developer - ETL/API/Rules

Test Automation Developer – ETL/API/Rules

Category: Analytics and Emerging Digital Technologies

Main location: United States, Virginia, Arlington

Position ID: J0925-2112

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Description:

CGI Federal has an exciting opportunity for a Test Automation Developer – ETL/API/Rules within our Intel sector advancing the national security mission through cutting edge technology. You must have a passion for keeping pace with rapidly evolving technology advancements and leveraging your knowledge on a highly collaborative team to deliver state-of-the-art capabilities.

The Test Automation Developer – ETL/API/Rules is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated test solutions to ensure the quality and integrity of data pipelines (ETL), application programming interfaces (APIs), and business rules engines. This role involves a blend of technical expertise in automation frameworks, data validation, and understanding complex system interactions.

CGI Federal is growing its high-performance team whose members share a passion for building high-quality, scalable, advanced IT solutions in a collaborative, fast-paced, outcome-driven mission.

This position is located in USA VA Arlington, however, a hybrid working model is acceptable in the area.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

• Design and Develop Automation Frameworks: Create and enhance robust automation frameworks for testing ETL processes, APIs, and business rules, leveraging tools and programming languages like Python, Java, SQL, Selenium, Postman, SoapUI, or custom scripting.

• ETL Testing:

o Develop and execute automated test scripts to validate data extraction, transformation, and loading processes.

o Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and completeness across various data sources and target systems.

o Perform data reconciliation and validate data mappings and transformations.

• API Testing:

o Design and implement automated tests for RESTful and SOAP APIs, covering functional, integration, performance, and security aspects.

o Validate API responses, error handling, and adherence to specifications.

• Business Rules Testing:

o Develop automated tests to verify the correct implementation and execution of complex business rules and logic within applications or rules engines.

o Ensure compliance with defined business requirements and expected outcomes.

• Test Case Development and Execution: Create, maintain, and execute comprehensive test cases, test scripts, and test plans for all areas of responsibility.

• Defect Management: Identify, document, track, and prioritize defects, collaborating with development teams for timely resolution and retesting.

• CI/CD Integration: Integrate automated tests into Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines to enable continuous testing and rapid feedback.

• Reporting and Analysis: Generate detailed test reports, analyze test results, and provide recommendations for process improvements and quality enhancements.

• Collaboration: Work closely with developers, product owners, business analysts, and other QA team members to understand requirements, define test strategies, and ensure quality deliverables.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

Journeyman:

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree and/or 2 to 5 years of experience

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Poly

• Strong experience in test automation development, including designing and implementing automation frameworks.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or similar for test automation.

• Expertise in SQL for data validation, querying, and database testing.

• Experience with ETL testing methodologies and tools (e.g., Informatica, Talend, SSIS, or custom scripts).

• Hands-on experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, SoapUI, JMeter).

• Understanding of business rules engines and experience in testing complex rule sets.

• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Senior:

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree and/or 5 to 10 years of experience

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Poly

• Strong experience in test automation development, including designing and implementing automation frameworks.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or similar for test automation.

• Expertise in SQL for data validation, querying, and database testing.

• Experience with ETL testing methodologies and tools (e.g., Informatica, Talend, SSIS, or custom scripts).

• Hands-on experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, SoapUI, JMeter).

• Understanding of business rules engines and experience in testing complex rule sets.

• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

SME:

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree and/or 10+ years of experience

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI required with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Poly

• Strong experience in test automation development, including designing and implementing automation frameworks.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or similar for test automation.

• Expertise in SQL for data validation, querying, and database testing.

• Experience with ETL testing methodologies and tools (e.g., Informatica, Talend, SSIS, or custom scripts).

• Hands-on experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, SoapUI, JMeter).

• Understanding of business rules engines and experience in testing complex rule sets.

• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).

• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $100,000.00 - $200000.00.

CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive insurance options

• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan

• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time

• Paid parental leave

• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

• Wellness and Well-being programs

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What you can expect from us:

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

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