Test Engineer L2 - HPC/Linux

Technology Resource Experts LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Paid federal holidays

Ravens season tickets

Company golf events

Job summary

Technology Resource Experts, LLC is seeking an experienced Test Engineer to join their rapidly growing team focused on HPC systems. The role involves testing against plans, designing automated strategies, SAFe participation, and cross-team collaboration to verify system requirements.

Candidate should be proficient with Linux, Python, SQL, REST APIs, and CI/CD tools, and hold an active TS/SCI clearance. The team emphasizes data analysis with Splunk, Jira defect tracking, and clear communication

Qualifications

• Develop test cases from system requirements.
• Experience with Linux CLI, file systems, permissions, and process management.
• Scripting in Python, Bash, or Perl.
• Strong database querying and data analysis with Splunk preferred.
• Understanding of REST APIs and practical applications.
• Experience in Scrum or Agile.
• Defect tracking and resolution experience.
• Git and version control with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab).
• Log analysis and data visualization with Splunk, Kibana, or Grafana.
• Self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to convey findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Willing to learn new tools and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Independently test and validate HPC systems against test plans.
• Design, develop, and implement testing strategies with automated tests.
• Participate in SAFe ceremonies and Agile planning.
• Collaborate to develop test plans for HPC systems.
• Use Linux CLI and scripting to troubleshoot and automate tests.
• Develop complex database queries and analyze test data (SQL, Splunk).
• Track and report defects using JIRA or similar tools.
• Contribute to REST API testing related to hardware.
• Work with cross-functional teams to verify system requirements.
• Generate test reports after formal test events.
• Review HPC documentation to assess testability.

Skills

Linux CLI

Python

Bash

Perl

SQL querying

Splunk analytics

REST APIs

Agile SAFe

JIRA

Git version control

CI/CD Jenkins

Kibana Grafana

Log analysis

Education

Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph

Tools

JIRA

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Splunk

Kibana

Grafana

Job description

Technology Resource Experts, LLC is looking for an experienced Test Engineer to join their rapidly growing team!

Position Description

• Independently test and validate HPC systems in accordance with test plans to ensure that system requirements are met.
• Design, develop, and implement testing strategies, to include automated test execution and data analysis.
• Participate in all SAFe activities including, but not limited to, planning meetings, daily stand-upmeetings, demos, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with team members to develop and execute test plans for HPC systems.
• Utilize Linux command-line interface and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to troubleshoot hardware, execute tests and automate testing processes.
• Develop complex database queries and analyze test data across various database platforms (SQL, Splunk, etc.).
• Track, document, and report defects using defect tracking systems (JIRA or similar tools).
• Contribute to the integration and testing of Rest APls related to hardware systems.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze system requirements and ensure that system verificat1ion standards are met.
• Generate test reports at the conclusion of formal test events.
• Review HPC system documentation and interpret system requirements, to provide technical guidance on system testability.

Experience

• Ability to develop test cases through the analysis of systems requirements.
• Extensive experience with Linux command-line interface with an understanding of file systems,permissions, and process management.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following scripting languages for task automation: Python, Bash, Perl.
• Strong expertise in -database querying and data analysis; Splunkexperiencepreferred.
• Understanding of REST APls and their practical applications.
• Experience working in Scrum or similar Agile framework.
• Demonstrated experience in defect tracking and resolution processes.
• Experience with Git and version control systems with knowledge of Cl/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, Gitlab Cl or similar.
• Ability to analyze logs and test results using data visualization tools such as Splunk, Kibana, orGrafana.
• Self-motivated to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to convey findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders through oral and writtencommunication.
• Willingness to work with cross-functional teams.
• Comfortable in learning new tools and technologies as required

Qualifications

• An active TS/SCI with polygraph is required - Last poly must be within the last 5 years.

Technology Resource Experts, LLC offers the very best compensation packages and the flexibility to let our employees decide what’s most important to them. No vesting schedule, no annual requirements for perks — we believe you should have the freedom to choose the benefits that work best in your life.

Employee Freedom of Choice

Our focus is on people first. We offer comprehensive and flexible compensation packages that match the best the industry has to offer and can be customized to fit your needs.

Our Benefits:

• 100%company-paidhealth,dental, andvisionpremiums
• Automaticcompany contributedHealth Savings Account (HSA)upto$3,900for families
• Up to 7 weeksof Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Automatic 401kInvestment
• Paid11 Federal Holidays
• BlueCross BlueShieldHealth Insurance
• Tuition/TrainingReimbursement
• Access toRavensseason ticketsin club level
• Company-paidgolf events foryour timeandcourse fees

Technology Resource Experts provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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.

The projected compensation range for this position is $150K - $175K. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition,Technology Resource Experts, LLC invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Trexperts' benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Dental and Vision Coverage, Health Savings Account (HSA), Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay,Short Term and Long Term Disability,Life Insurance, 401(k) Plan, Safe Harbor 401k Investment, Learning and Development opportunities, Referral Bonuses and Flex Time.