Software Test Engineer

CACI; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 87,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI seeks a Software Test Engineer in Washington, DC to design, develop, and maintain automated tests across functional, regression, API, and UI layers using Selenium and related tools. You will build scalable automation frameworks, integrate with CI/CD, and ensure accessibility testing within automation workflows.

You will lead ATDD efforts with multiple agile teams, define test metrics, and mentor junior testers while partnering with BAs, developers, and product owners to improve quality and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years testing, with 5+ years automation and 3+ years manual testing.
• Programming/scripting in Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python.
• Experience with Selenium Grid/WebDriver, Protractor/Jasmine, Cucumber/Gherkin, JUnit/TestNG.
• Experience with GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket; relational databases; UI/UX testing; Section 508 testing.
• Agile/Scrum; Jira/HP QC/Serena; onsite in Washington, DC; DHS/FEMA background check.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts across functional, regression, API, and integration testing.
• Build and optimize automation frameworks, including Selenium Grid and cross-browser runners.
• Incorporate AI-assisted testing approaches to accelerate script generation and coverage validation.
• Develop test strategies, plans, and automated pipelines integrated into CI/CD (GitLab/GitHub, Docker).
• Support accessibility assessments (Section 508/WCAG) within automation workflows.
• Refine acceptance criteria and enable ATDD with agile teams.
• Define metrics, KPIs, dashboards, and reporting for leadership visibility.
• Manage automated test data and synthetic datasets; debug and reproduce cross-system defects.
• Collaborate with BAs, developers, and product owners on logic, flows, edge cases.
• Influence design and testing practices; mentor junior testers; contribute to documentation.

Skills

Automation testing

Java

JavaScript/TypeScript

Python

CI/CD

Cross-team collaboration

ATDD

Test automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Selenium Grid/WebDriver

Protractor

Jasmine

Cucumber/Gherkin

JUnit

TestNG

GitHub

GitLab

Bitbucket

Job description

Job Title: Software Test Engineer

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: None

Type of Travel: None

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for functional, regression, performance, API, and integration testing using Selenium, Protractor, Jasmine, Cucumber/Gherkin, or equivalent tools.
• Build and optimize scalable automation frameworks, including Selenium Grid, parallel execution, cross-browser automation, containerized test suites, and cloud compatible runners.
• Implement AI-assisted development and testing approaches to accelerate script generation, data creation, defect triage, and coverage validation.
• Develop test strategies, plans, scripts, and automated pipelines integrated into FEMA’s DevSecOps environment (CI/CD, GitLab/GitHub, Docker).
• Support Section 508/WCAG accessibility assessments within automation workflows.
• Collaboratively refine acceptance criteria and enable Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD) across multiple agile teams.
• Define meaningful test metrics, KPIs, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms for leadership visibility.
• Manage automated test data, synthetic datasets, and validation rules across distributed systems.
• Perform advanced debugging, log analysis, root-cause identification, and cross-system defect reproduction.
• Partner with Business Analysts, developers, and Product Owners to evaluate business logic, user flows, and edge cases.
• Influence design, architecture, and user experience by identifying testability gaps and advocating for quality-focused engineering practices.
• Provide mentorship to junior testers and contribute to best-practice documentation.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree. Will consider experience in lieu of education
• 7 or more years of testing experience which includes 5 or more years of automated and 3 or more years of manual testing or related experience
• Demonstrated programming/scripting skills (Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, Python, etc.) with automated testing.
• Hands-on experience with 2 or more of the following:
  • Selenium Grid / WebDriver
  • Protractor or Jasmine
  • Cucumber/Gherkin
  • JUnit, TestNG
  • GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket
• Experience with relational databases, UI/UX testing, Section 508 compliance testing.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools such as Jira, Serena Business Manager, HP QC.
• Willing to work onsite in Washington, DC
• Must be willing and able to obtain a DHS/ FEMA EOD background investigation

Desired:

• Excellent communication skills—clear documentation, defect reporting, and technical articulation.

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$86,600 - $181,800

Equal Opportunity Employer

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.