Test Engineer (Systems-Level, Automation & Test...

CGI Federal is seeking a Test Engineer to support a large federal agency enterprise-wide testing environment, executing systems-level functional testing, automated testing, and test data management across a federal agency's Shared IT & Enterprise Services landscape. This role provides hands-on validation support for mainframe, web, API, and distributed applications while enabling modernization through automation and improved testing practices.

This position is located in Baltimore, MD

Your future duties and responsibilities:

. Plan, develop, and execute system-level functional and acceptance tests across mainframe batch, CICS, web-based, and cloud-integrated applications.

. Analyze requirements and produce test cases, scenarios, traceability matrices, and validation documentation following testing standards.

. Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using tools such as Selenium, REST-Assured, Parasoft, Cucumber/BDD, and other agency-approved frameworks.

. Support enterprise adoption of automated testing by providing mentoring, onboarding assistance, troubleshooting, and best practice recommendations.

. Validate API-level functionality, data integrity, and service behavior using modern API testing methods and tools.

. Manage and provision test data, including data extraction, sanitization, and environment readiness checks.

. Investigate ABENDs, execution failures, and data issues; document findings, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.

. Produce weekly status summaries, problem logs, and testing documentation required for SITES reporting.

. Participate in the Testing Support Group (TSG) initiative groups-including Automated Testing and Service Virtualization-to support enterprise testing improvements.

. Collaborate with developers, analysts, systems testers, and internal/external stakeholders in Agile release cycles and validation planning sessions.

Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance

. Bachelor's degree +7 years of relevant IT experience

. Experience performing systems-level testing in large enterprise or federal environments.

. Hands-on automation experience with Selenium Java, REST-Assured, TestNG/JUnit, Cucumber/BDD, or similar automated frameworks.

. Strong understanding of API testing, HTTP/HTTPS, REST/SOAP, JSON/XML payload validation, and authentication mechanisms (OAuth2/JWT).

. Experience analyzing and troubleshooting mainframe-based processes, including JCL, ABEND codes, logs, and batch workflows.

. Familiarity with test data management, data sanitization, and working in multi-platform test environments (DB2, PostgreSQL, Mongo).

. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

. Ability to work in Agile/DevOps environments, updating tasks and defects in Jira or equivalent tools.

Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required:

. Experience supporting federal modernization efforts and testing environments.

. Knowledge of ETDMS, Data Solutions/Data Privacy Workbench, or similar enterprise test data provisioning systems.

. Familiarity with service virtualization tools and enterprise API management concepts.

. Experience with performance monitoring or diagnostics using tools like Dynatrace, Introscope, Splunk, or similar.

. Background with mainframe utilities, Control-M, REXX, or validation environment scheduling is a plus.

CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $56,600.00 - $139,300.00.

CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

. Competitive compensation

. Comprehensive insurance options

. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan

. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time

. Paid parental leave

CGI is in the top 5 largest global IT companies spread across 40 countries with endless opportunities to expand and grow. As a Federal CGI Partner, you have the opportunity to be a shareholder at CGI and join a family of 91,000 CGI Partners strong., Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.