HPC Test Automation Engineer

GIGATEC Engineering; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Paid Healthcare

10% 401k in every paycheck

100% Fully Vested!

Job summary

GIGATEC Engineering in Maryland seeks a detail-oriented engineer for test engineering roles designed for HPC systems. The role involves validating system performance through disciplined testing, executing test plans, and uncovering potential issues using tools like Python and SQL.

This position requires extensive knowledge of Bash scripting, REST APIs, and data visualization tools such as Splunk and Grafana. A Top Secret clearance is necessary, and potential candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Validate performance, reliability, and readiness of HPC systems.
• Develop and execute test plans and analyze test data.
• Validate REST APIs and use automation tools to uncover issues.

Skills

Linux CLI

Bash/Python scripting

Test plan development

REST API integration

SQL database querying

Defect tracking

Log analysis with Splunk

Data visualization tools

CI/CD practices

Tools

GitLab CI

Atlassian Tool Suite

Ansible

Job description

NOTE– Our positions require aTop Secret clearance, as well as the favorablecompletion of a polygraph. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment Visa.

What You’ll Be Doing

Validate the performance, reliability, and readiness of HPC systems through disciplined test engineering and automation. In this role, you will develop and execute test plans, analyze logs and test data, validate REST APIs, and use tools such as Python, Bash, SQL, Splunk, Kibana, Grafana, and GitLab CI to uncover issues before they impact operations. This position is a strong fit for a detail-oriented engineer who enjoys turning complex systems into measurable, mission-ready outcomes.

Required Skills

• Experience using Linux CLI and the Linux suite of tools
• Proficient using Bash/Python scripting for task automation
• Experience developing and executing test plans for HPC systems
• Experience integrating and testing REST APIs related to HPC systems
• Experience creating complex database queries to analyze test data across various database platforms including SQL, and Splunk
• Demonstrated experience in defect tracking and resolution processes
• Experience analyzing logs and test results using data visualization tools such as Splunk, Kibana, and Grafana
• Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools including GitLab CI

Desired Skills

• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)
• Familiar with Splunk for searching, monitoring, and analyzing machine generated data
• Familiar with SAFe Agile principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Experience with IaC principles and automation tools including Ansible
• Experience with Git Source Control System

Perks and Benefits

• 100% Paid Healthcare
• 10% 401k in every paycheck
• 100% Fully Vested!