Test Engineer 3 - Linux/Bash/Python/HPC/SQL/Splunk/Gitlab/Kibana/Grafana

Captivation; Maryland; On-site; USD 130,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 20% 401k contribution

6 Weeks Paid Time Off

HSA Contribution of $3,600

Company Paid Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Job summary

Captivation is seeking a Senior Test Engineer in Maryland to develop and validate testing for HPC systems. The role requires a Top Secret/SCI security clearance, with at least eight years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities include developing test plans, executing tests, and analyzing test data. The position offers an annual salary range of $130,000 - $270,000 and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance.
• Eight years of experience as a test engineer for complex programs is required.
• Experience with HP systems testing and validation.

Responsibilities

• Test and validate HPC systems according to test plans.
• Develop and execute test plans for HPC systems.
• Analyze logs and test results using data visualization tools.

Skills

Linux CLI

Bash/Python scripting

Test plans for HPC systems

REST APIs testing

Database queries

Defect tracking

Data visualization tools

CI/CD principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Math, Science, Engineering, or related discipline

Additional experience may substitute for degree

Tools

Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)

Splunk

Ansible

Git

Job description

Build to something to be proud of.

Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.

Description

Captivation Software is looking for a senior level test engineer who shall be responsible for testing and validating HPC systems in accordance with test plans to ensure that system requirements are met.

Requirements

Security Clearance:

• Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen

Minimum Qualifications:

• Eight (8) years’ experience as a TE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Science, Engineering, Statistics, Engineering Management, or related discipline form an accredited college or university is required
• Four (4) years of additional TE experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Required Skills:

• Experience using Linux CLI and the Linux suite of tools
• Proficient using Bash/Python scripting for task automation
• Experience developing and executing test plans for HPC systems
• Experience integrating and testing REST APIs related to HPC systems
• Experience creating complex database queries to analyze test data across various database platforms including SQL, and Splunk
• Demonstrated experience in defect tracking and resolution processes
• Experience analyzing logs and test results using data visualization tools such as Splunk, Kibana, and Grafana
• Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools including GitLab CI

Desired Skills:

• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)
• Familiar with Splunk for searching, monitoring, and analyzing machine generated data
• Familiar with SAFe Agile principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Experience with IaC principles and automation tools including Ansible
• Experience with Git Source Control System

This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.

Benefits

• Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)
• Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)
• Above Market Hourly Rates
• $3,600 HSA Contribution
• 6 Weeks Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D