Automated Test Engineer

TJ Consulting Group; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401K with a 4% Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

TJ Consulting Group is seeking an Automated Test Engineer in Annapolis Junction, MD. The role requires a Top Secret/SCI clearance and involves both onsite and some remote work. The ideal candidate will design and develop automated tests, ensure software quality, and work with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.

The position demands strong skills in Cypress, JavaScript/TypeScript, and familiarity with CI/CD processes. Benefits include comprehensive insurance packages, PTO, and a 401K matching program.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, writing, and maintaining automated tests using Cypress.
• Practical experience with Agile methodologies and collaboration tools.
• Strong understanding of software QA methodologies and testing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated UI and API test scripts.
• Execute automated test suites and document testing metrics.
• Integrate automated testing into the CI/CD pipeline.
• Collaborate in Agile ceremonies and ensure comprehensive test coverage.

Skills

Cypress Experience

JavaScript or TypeScript proficiency

Testing modern web applications

Understanding of software QA methodologies

Agile software development experience

Version control systems (Git)

Tools

Jira

Confluence

GitLab CI/CD

Docker

Job description

Automated Test Engineer - Onsite in Annapolis Jct, MD - TS/SCI & Full Scope Polygraph

An active Top Secret/SCI Clearance with a Full Scope Polygraph is required. This job is onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD with 1-2 remote days/week depending on tasking. Cypress Experience Is Required.

We have an immediate need for an Automated Test Engineer to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of the RAD system. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, passionate about software quality, and has a strong background in developing robust automated test suites. This role involves close collaboration with a cross-functional Agile team of software developers, system engineers, and product owners to validate functional enhancements and support the ongoing modernization of authoring and dissemination tools.

Responsibilities

• Test Automation Design & Development: Independently design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable automated UI and API test scripts utilizing Cypress.
• Test Execution & Reporting: Execute automated test suites, analyze results, troubleshoot failures, and comprehensively document defects and testing metrics.
• Integration & Delivery: Partner with DevOps and software engineers to integrate automated testing seamlessly into the CI/CD pipeline (e.g., GitLab CI/CD) to ensure continuous quality and rapid feedback.
• Collaboration: Participate actively in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, demos) and work with the team to understand functional requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage for all new features and bug fixes.

Required Technical Skills

• Proven experience designing, writing, and maintaining automated tests using Cypress. Please ensure automation experience is specifically described on resume.
• Proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript for test script development.
• Experience testing modern web applications, RESTful microservices, and APIs.
• Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Practical experience with Agile software development methodologies and collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Experience with version control systems (Git).

Desired Technical Skills

• Experience configuring and integrating automated tests within CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI/CD).
• Familiarity with Cloud-based architecture and deployment (Amazon Web Services).
• Basic understanding of containerization (Docker) to test applications in consistent environments.
• Familiarity with domain knowledge surrounding government agency reporting and dissemination policies.

Benefits

• PTO
• Holiday Pay
• 401K with a 4% Match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Group Life & AD&D
• Voluntary Life AD&D
• Short-term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. We do not employ AI tools in our decision-making processes. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran. ensures that all employment decisions are made in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our commitment to non-discrimination in employment extends to every location in which our company operates.