Enterprise - Software Test Engineer - Automation, Python 7/21/2026 Columbia, MD MD - RAP

Erias Ventures, LLC; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Market Hourly Pay

11% 401k with Immediate Vesting

Company Paid Medical, Vision, Dental Coverage

Flexibility with Paid Time Off

Referral bonuses up to $10,000

Job summary

Erias Ventures, LLC is seeking an experienced Software Test Engineer with automation expertise in Python. The role involves collaborating with developers and managers for software quality assurance, requiring a top-secret clearance.

Ideal candidates will have significant testing experience, with a focus on quality assurance methodologies. The expected salary range is $145,000 to $175,000, and comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, retirement plans, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience as a Software Test Engineer in similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Experience in Information Assurance and software testing processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug issues effectively.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to meet project requirements.
• Develop and maintain high-performance software applications.
• Conduct thorough testing to ensure software reliability and performance.

Skills

Test automation development

Performance/load/stress testing

User interface testing

Security testing

Code coverage tools

Systems integration testing

C, C++, Java, or JavaScript

Python or BASH

Agile

Eclipse

JIRA or Git

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree may substitute for two years of experience

Tools

JBuilder

Nosetest

rcptt

CORBA

ICE

Job description

Enterprise - Software Test Engineer - Automation, Python

Columbia, MD

Erias Ventures was founded to serve its customers with an entrepreneurial mindset. We value creative problem-solving, open communication, and empowering our employees to make decisions and put forth new ideas.

Our staff includes technical experts working across multiple disciplines, bringing diverse perspectives to every project. We are seeking engineers who wish to grow their careers and want to become part of a technically strong and growth-oriented company focused on bringing innovative solutions to the difficult mission problems facing our customers.

Description

As a Software Test Engineer, you will work closely with software developers and program managers to identify and fix defects and improve the quality of the finished product. Reviews and tests software components for adherence to the design requirements and documents test results. Resolves software problem reports.

• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Develop and maintain scalable and high-performance software applications using best practices and industry standards.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Conduct thorough testing of software applications to ensure reliability, security, and optimal performance.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement solutions.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to automate software deployment and monitoring processes.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in software engineering and recommend new technologies and approaches to improve our software products.

Clearance

A current Top-Secret/SCI with polygraph security clearance is required. Candidates cannot be sponsored or nominated for a government security clearance under this position.

Experience

Six (6) years of experience as a STE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. A Master’s degree may be substituted for two (2) years of experience. Four (4) years of additional Test Engineer experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a degree.

Required skills:

• Experience required to support Information Assurance: Quality Assurance: Nosetest, rcptt, Test automation development, performance/load/stress testing, User interface testing, Security testing, Code coverage tools, Systems integration testing, Data interface testing, Eclipse, ESB, CORBA, or ICE, JIRA or Git and JBuilder or Eclipse
• Experience required to support Information Technology: Software Test: C, C++, Java, or JavaScript, Python or BASH, Agile, Software Development and JIRA or Git.

Benefits

Erias Ventures provides a complete package of wealth, health, and happiness benefits. The expected salary range for this position, depending on education and years of experience is $145,000 - $175,000.

Wealth Benefits:

• Above Market Hourly Pay
• 11% Roth or Traditional 401k with Immediate Vesting and Deposit
• Spot Bonuses for Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
• Professional Development Bonuses for Certificates and Degrees

Health Benefits:

• Company subsidized Medical Coverage
• 100% Company Paid Vision and Dental Coverage
• 100% Company Paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance
• Monthly Wellness Reimbursement

Happiness Benefits:

• Paid Time Off with Flexible Work Schedules and Birthday Off
• Amazon Prime Membership and Monthly Internet Reimbursement
• Technology and Productivity Allowance for Equipment and Supplies
• Morale Building and Company Events to Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
• Onboarding and Annual Swag
• Company Paid Professional Development and Training

At Erias Ventures, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment based on merit, without discrimination. We welcome individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Referrals & Inquiries

Do you know a cleared professional seeking to advance their career? Interested in earning some extra cash? If so, refer them to us with their name and contact details, and you could be eligible for a referral bonus of up to $10,000 for each successful hire.

Please send referrals and inquiries to: [e-mail]

To learn more about our company visit our webpage or LinkedIn.