Senior Test Automation Engineer

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Project Overview:

We are modernizing FDA cloud infrastructure with a focus on procurement, migration, and optimization using AWS. This project aims to improve cloud operations, enhance security, and automate processes for mission-critical applications.

Position Overview:

REI is seeking a Senior Test Automation Engineer to drive the implementation of test automation strategies for cloud-based applications. This role requires expertise in automation frameworks, cloud environments, and DevSecOps practices to ensure high-quality software delivery. The Senior Test Automation Engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines while ensuring compliance with industry best practices.
Other similar professional duties maybe assigned as needed.

Perform detailed test designs using sound software test engineering principals in the context of test automation platforms and integration across distributed systems
• Develop and improve existing test automation frameworks (i.e. make them faster, more flexible, and easier to use) and utilize parallel processing or grid systems to speed up the tests
• Work across projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand complex interaction between systems
• Define and establish test metrics to measure not just product quality but also quality of testing and feedback to engineers
• Develop efficient and effective quantitative methods and guidelines to continuously improve quality processes and practices across multiple projects
• Experience supporting User Acceptance testing effort by user training and developing test artifacts

• 7+ years of experience in testing, including planning, test execution, and analysis
• 7+ years of experience in Information Technology
• At least 5 years of experience in developing automated QA test suites and tools using Selenium
• Hands-on experince with SQL is required
• Strong skills in anyone programming language, minimum required C++, OOPs concepts in any language
• Exposure to backend services/microservices testing is a plus
• Ability to review the complex code and write unit test cases
• Exposure to 508 compliance tools such as AMP, WAVE, NVDA
• Experience in designing tests using frameworks like Cucumber, Page-Object model
• Exposure to stress, reliability, and Performance testing using LoadRunner
• Knowledge in management tools such as JIRA Platform, Wiki, TFS and/or ALM
• Must be a self-starter/self-directed member of the team
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Educational Qualifications:

BS in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent

Clearance: Eligible to obtain a public trust clearance.

Location: Hybrid (One day per week or as needed in the REI Sterling Office)

EEO Statement: REI Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In our workplace, we seek, we welcome, and respect diversity in all of its forms.

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