Senior Quality Assurance Engineer - Billing Platform *HYBRID*

Government Employees Insurance Company; Bethesda (MD); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

GEICO in Bethesda, MD is seeking a Senior Software Test Engineer to design robust automation frameworks, execute test strategies, and drive performance testing across UI, API, and integrations.

You will collaborate with Dev and product teams to integrate testing into the CI/CD pipeline, ensure test coverage, and help optimize QA processes in a fast-paced environment.

This hybrid role requires strong Java/Python/JS, experience with Selenium/Playwright, and cloud/container skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software test engineering with automation, functional, and performance testing.
• Strong programming skills in Java, Python, or JavaScript for automation.
• Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Typescript, Playwright, or TestNG.
• Experience in designing and implementing custom automation frameworks from scratch.
• Expertise in performance testing tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or k6.
• Proficiency in API testing with tools like Postman, REST Assured, GraphQL.
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI/CD).
• Knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of SDLC and agile methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in creating SQL or Postgres Queries.
• Experience with test management tools like Azure, or Jira.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for UI, API, and Integration testing
• Develop and execute functional, regression, End to End and performance test cases to ensure application reliability
• Implement and enhance automated test scripts using industry-standard tools and frameworks
• Conduct performance testing using tools like K6 and LoadRunner to identify bottlenecks
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to integrate testing into the CI/CD pipeline
• Ensure test coverage, traceability, and maintain test documentation
• Identify, track, and report defects, providing detailed analysis and recommendations
• Optimize and improve existing QA processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

Skills

Automation testing

Java

Python

JavaScript

Selenium

Playwright

TestNG

API testing

CI/CD

Cloud

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL

Jira

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

TestNG

Postman

REST Assured

GraphQL

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

GitLab CI/CD

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Why Join GEICO?

At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities. Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide. Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.

About Geico

At GEICO, we are not just an insurance company; we are a technology-driven organization that is transforming the insurance landscape. Our mission is to leverage cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional experiences for our customers and create innovative solutions that redefine the industry.

About The Team

The Billing team at GEICO oversees the tools, infrastructure, data, reporting, analytics, and services essential for delivering seamless billing experiences to internal users, end customers, and partners. Our billing platform functions as the backbone for managing financial transactions and customer interactions, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction while supporting strategic growth and ensuring compliance.

What you will do

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Test Engineer with expertise in automation, functional, and performance testing, along with experience in framework design. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our applications by designing robust automation frameworks, executing test strategies, and optimizing performance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for UI, API, and Integration testing
• Develop and execute functional, regression, End to End and performance test cases to ensure application reliability
• Implement and enhance automated test scripts using industry-standard tools and frameworks
• Conduct performance testing using tools like K6 and LoadRunner to identify bottlenecks
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to integrate testing into the CI/CD pipeline
• Ensure test coverage, traceability, and maintain test documentation
• Identify, track, and report defects, providing detailed analysis and recommendations
• Optimize and improve existing QA processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

Who you are

We are looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in software test engineering with expertise in automation, functional, and performance testing
• Strong programming skills in Java, Python, or JavaScript for automation
• Hands-on experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Typescript, Playwright, or TestNG
• Experience in designing and implementing custom automation frameworks from scratch
• Expertise in performance testing tools like JMeter, LoadRunner, or k6
• Proficiency in API testing with tools like Postman, Bruno with REST Assured, GraphQL
• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI/CD)
• Knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in creating SQL or Postgres Queries
• Experience with test management tools like Azure, or Jira

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the financial domain, with a focus on billing, payments, subscription management, and financial reporting
• Exposure to security testing methodologies
• ISTQB or relevant certification is a plus

Education

Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree, preferably in Computer Science, or equivalent experience

This is a Hybrid role working out of the following offices

• Bethesda, MD
• Richardson, TX
• Palo Alto, CA

Annual Salary

$100,000.00 - $215,000.00

The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/ annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.

GEICO will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.

GEICO Pledge

• Great Company: Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity.
• Great Careers: Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.
• Great Culture: Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success.
• Great Rewards: Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled. GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.

Opportunities for Students & Grads

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