QA Automation Test Engineer W/ TS SCI Clearance And FS Polygraph

Q-Code Technologies; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 31 days total

401(k) 15% company contribution

100% employer-covered medical plan

100% covered dental premiums

100% covered vision premiums

$10,000 health benefits waiver bonus

STD/LTD and life insurance covered

Referral bonus $10,000

Job summary

Q-Code Technologies seeks a Quality Assurance/Automated Test Engineer in the United States. The role requires an active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph clearance and at least five years of QA/automation experience. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and hold a relevant degree.

The position involves designing test plans, creating automated scripts, and collaborating with sponsors to ensure software quality and release readiness across diverse environments.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph required.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of Quality Assurance/Automated Test Engineer experience.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Conduct software compatibility tests across programs, hardware, OS, and networks.
• Develop test plans, scripts, and procedures; create and maintain defect databases.
• Design, develop and use automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Plan test schedules aligned with project scope and delivery dates.
• Collaborate with sponsors and development teams to evaluate software quality.

Skills

Selenium

Playwright

Katalon

Cypress

Python

Java

JavaScript

Test automation

Framework design

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

Katalon

Cypress

Job description

At Q-Code Technologies, we strive to provide our clients with quality resources and solutions to enhancing their bottom line. We're able to deliver an exceptional product because Q-Code employees are passionate and proud of the work they do, never sacrificing excellence for a cut corner. Our organization was founded on creating innovative products, custom solutions, and technical proficiency while understanding our client's need for confidentiality and expediency.

With a focus on continuous improvement and growth, Q-Code Technologies is expanding our team and looking to fill Quality Assurance/Automated Test Engineer roles with skilled professionals who share our passion for excellence.

***An Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph Security Clearance is required for this position***

Why Work at Q-Code Technologies?

• PTO: 31 days total - 4 weeks PTO + 11 federal holidays
• 401(k): 15% company contribution, no employee contribution required, 100% vested on day one
• Medical: 100% employer-covered medical plan (PPO or HSA)
• Dental: 100% covered premiums
• Vision: 100% covered premiums
• Health Benefits Waiver: $10,000 bonus
• Insurance: 100% covered STD, LTD, and life insurance
• Referral Bonus: $10,000 for fully cleared candidates - $5,000 at hire and $5,000 after one year

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Conduct software compatibility tests with programs, hardware, operating systems, or network environments.
• Develop and define major and minor characteristics of quality including quality metrics and scoring parameters and determine requisite quality control resources.
• Create and maintain databases of known test defects.
• Design test plans, scenarios, scripts, or procedures.
• Design, develop and use automated testing tools.
• Develop or specify standards, methods, or procedures to determine product quality or release readiness.
• Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression testing, negative testing, error or bug retests, or usability.
• Assist the Sponsor in the evaluation of software and associated documentation.
• Participate in formal and informal reviews to determine quality.
• Identify program deviance from standards and suggest modifications to ensure compliance.
• Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.
• Install, maintain, and use software-testing programs.
• Investigate customer problems.
• Perform initial debugging procedures by reviewing configuration files, logs, or code pieces to determine breakdown source.
• Plan test schedules or strategies in accordance with project scope or delivery dates.
• Provide feedback and recommendations to development team on software usability and functionality.
• Test system modifications to prepare for implementation.
• Collaborate with field staff or customers to evaluate or diagnose problems and recommend possible solutions.
• Coordinate user or third-party testing.
• Conduct analyses of test results.
• Experience creating scripts using Selenium
• Experience with Playwright, Katalon, Cypress or similar tool
• Writing Scripts: Create programs using languages like Python, Java, or Javascript to simulate user actions.
• Building Frameworks: Design reusable testing structures from scratch to handle large amounts of code

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST HAVE:

• An ACTIVE TS/SCI with FSP Security Clearance
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
• 5+ years of Quality Assurance/Automated Test Engineer experience
• Must be eligible to work in the United States

Q-Code Technologies and partnering companies offers Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We comply with federal, state, and local laws regarding employment nondiscrimination in all our facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Company Description

Q-Code Technologies promotes work life balance. We work hard, but play harder.