Automation Test Engineer

CACI; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 86,600 - 181,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Continuing education

Retirement plans

Job summary

CACI is seeking an Automation Test Engineer in Arlington, TX to support testing for the Department of State. The position involves developing test scripts for ServiceNow applications, ensuring quality and compliance with accessibility standards.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in software testing, strong automation skills, and active Secret clearance. The role includes 4 days onsite and 1 day remote work per week, offering a competitive salary and full benefits package.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in software testing, focusing on automation.
• Hands-on experience testing ServiceNow applications and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, and maintain automated and manual test scripts for ServiceNow.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing.
• Document and report defects, track issues, and communicate findings.

Skills

Automation testing

ServiceNow applications

Section 508 compliance

Playwright

Agile methodologies

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Azure DevOps

Job description

Job Title: Automation Test Engineer
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local

The Opportunity

The CACI team is looking to add an IT Software Tester to the contract in support of the Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security, Office of the Chief Technology Officer. The IT Software Tester will primarily support ServiceNow platform testing for a custom development team, ensuring the quality, reliability, and accessibility of ServiceNow solutions. This role will work closely with developers, business analysts, and product owners to ensure delivery of high‑quality, scalable, and stable ServiceNow solutions. The successful candidate will design, execute, and maintain automated and manual test scripts, with a strong emphasis on ServiceNow workflows, integrations, and customizations. The tester will also validate compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user stories and requirements to identify test scenarios and acceptance criteria.
• Develop, execute, and maintain automated and manual test scripts for ServiceNow applications, workflows, and integrations using Playwright.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and user acceptance testing on ServiceNow modules and customizations.
• Conduct Section 508 compliance testing using ANDI and Lighthouse to ensure ServiceNow solutions meet federal accessibility requirements.
• Document and report defects, track issues through resolution, and communicate findings to the development team.
• Collaborate with ServiceNow developers and stakeholders to clarify requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
• Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and test data specific to ServiceNow implementations.
• Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning and daily stand‑ups.
• Provide recommendations for process improvements and contribute to continuous quality assurance initiatives.

Qualifications

Required

• Active Secret clearance required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in software testing, with a focus on automation.
• Hands‑on experience testing ServiceNow applications, workflows, and integrations.
• Proficiency with Playwright for automation testing.
• Experience conducting Section 508 compliance testing using ANDI and Lighthouse.
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience with bug tracking and test management tools using Microsoft Azure DevOps (ADO).

Desired

• ServiceNow Certified System Administrator or other relevant ServiceNow certifications.
• ISTQB or similar software testing certification.
• Experience with API testing and performance testing tools.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Prior experience supporting federal or government clients.

Work Location

Client site in Arlington, VA. This position requires 4 days onsite and 1 day remote per week.

Pay Range

$86,600 - $181,800

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

EEO Statement

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.