Sr SDET

Senior SDET (Automation Testing) | Hybrid | Reston, VA

We are seeking a Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) with strong expertise in UI, Web Services, and Mobile Test Automation to support a high-impact technology team. This is a short-term contract opportunity through the end of the year, requiring local candidates in the DMV area who can work onsite in Reston, VA as needed.

Location

• Hybrid: Reston, VA (onsite every other week and as needed)
• Local DMV candidates only

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze user stories and acceptance criteria and develop automated test scripts for web, mobile, and API applications.
• Design, develop, maintain, and enhance automation frameworks aligned with enterprise standards.
• Create and execute test plans, test cases, regression suites, and smoke tests.
• Develop automation using Selenium, Cucumber, BDD frameworks, SoapUI, and Appium.
• Execute automated testing within CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and document defects using Jira.
• Collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders to ensure quality delivery.
• Analyze test results, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions.
• Mentor junior testers and provide leadership across testing initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• 8-10 years of software testing experience, including at least 5 years in automated testing and framework development.
• Strong hands-on experience with:
  • Selenium
  • Cucumber / BDD Frameworks
  • Appium (Mobile Automation)
  • SoapUI (API/Web Services Testing)
  • Jenkins and CI/CD pipelines
• Programming experience with Java, JavaScript, SQL, and PL/SQL.
• Experience designing and maintaining test automation frameworks.
• Knowledge of AWS and cloud-based testing.
• Strong database experience with Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, or similar platforms.
• Experience working in Agile and Waterfall environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience testing healthcare applications.
• Exposure to multiple operating systems and technologies including Windows, Linux, UNIX, .NET, and web technologies.

Key Skills

Test Automation, Selenium, Cucumber, BDD, Appium, SoapUI, Java, JavaScript, SQL, PL/SQL, Jenkins, CI/CD, AWS, API Testing, Mobile Testing, Web Testing, Jira, Agile, SDLC, Automation Framework Development.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.