Senior Test Engineer

Leidos Inc; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 116,350 - 210,325; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and wellness programs

Paid leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Leidos Inc is offering an exciting opportunity for a Senior Test Engineer to lead the testing strategy within the Intelligence Sector. This role is crucial for ensuring the reliability of complex data pipelines that support national security operations.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience and an active TS/SCI clearance. Responsibilities include validating data ingest pipelines and collaborating with development teams to ensure high-quality systems.

Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Test Engineer supporting programs of similar scope and complexity.
• Hands-on experience with testing tools such as JUnit and Mockito.
• Active TS/SCI with Polygraph clearance.

Responsibilities

• Own the testing strategy as the lead Test Engineer on a fast-paced program.
• Partner with software and DevOps engineers to deliver high-quality systems.
• Design and execute automated and manual tests across scenarios.

Skills

Automated testing and scripting

Experience testing in Linux environments

Data lifecycle management

Experience with JUnit

Experience with Mockito

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

JUnit

Mockito

Python

Java

Bash

Job description

Senior Test Engineer

Leidos has a new opportunity for a Senior Test Engineer in the Intelligence Sectors, Cyber and Analytics Business Area (CABA). The role supports critical data capabilities for national security operations.

Job Summary

Join a high-impact program delivering critical data capabilities that directly support national security operations. You will play a key role in ensuring the reliability and integrity of complex data pipelines and systems, working at the intersection of software, infrastructure, and mission-driven analytics.

Primary Responsibilities

• Own the testing strategy as the lead Test Engineer on a fast‑paced, mission‑critical program.
• Partner directly with software and DevOps engineers to deliver high‑quality, resilient systems.
• Design, develop, and execute automated and manual tests across system, integration, regression, and stress scenarios.
• Develop and maintain test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports.
• Validate data ingest pipelines and ensure alignment with data lifecycle management requirements.
• Identify, document, and track defects through resolution.
• Contribute to automated testing efforts using tools such as JUnit and Mockito.

Basic Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Test Engineer supporting programs of similar scope and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (or 4 additional years of experience in lieu of degree).
• Experience with automated testing and scripting (e.g., Python, Java, Bash). Hands‑on experience with testing tools such as JUnit and Mockito.
• Experience testing in Linux environments and familiarity with AWS.
• Demonstrated understanding of data ingest processes and data lifecycle management.
• Clearance Requirement – Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $116,350.00 – $210,325.00. Benefits include competitive compensation, health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.