Python Automation QA Engineer - Onsite DC (TS Clearance)

Soft Tech Consulting, Inc; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Soft Tech Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, implement, and run automated tests that ensure reliable, accurate, and high-performance application functionality.

This is an onsite role supporting development teams in the DC metro area. The ideal candidate has strong Python skills, 2+ years of Python, and experience with browser-based testing tools like Playwright, plus familiarity with CI/CD and API testing.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python with clean, maintainable, testable code.
• 2+ years of Python experience.
• Knowledge of QA automation and test frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using Python-based frameworks.
• Collaborate with developers, BAs, and product teams to clarify requirements and ensure test coverage.
• Execute automated and manual test scenarios to validate functionality, integration, and regression.
• Investigate, document, and track defects; support root-cause analysis.
• Analyze test results and produce clear, actionable reports for stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes, tools, and documentation.

Skills

Python

Analytical thinking

Communication

Tools

Playwright

CI/CD tools

API testing

Job description

Soft Tech Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, implement, and run automated tests that ensure reliable, accurate, and high-performance application functionality.

This is an onsite role supporting development teams in the DC metro area. The ideal candidate has strong Python skills, 2+ years of Python, and experience with browser-based testing tools like Playwright, plus familiarity with CI/CD and API testing.