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# Visa Independent - Sr. Java Test Automation Engineer - Local to VA

- **Company:** Octans Group Llc
- **Location:** McLean, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $130,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Code Coverage, Software Quality, Software Debugging, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Junit, Mockito, SonarQube, Software Testing Automation Framework, GitHub Copilot, Spring-boot
- **Published:** July 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us5540532b2ef1c36a667996d6ea2054f8

## About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Java Test Automation Engineer with strong backend Java experience and deep expertise in automated testing. This role focuses primarily on building and maintaining high-quality test automation for enterprise Java applications rather than feature development., * Minimum 8-10 years of Java development/testing experience

 * Strong experience with Java, Spring Boot, and JUnit
 * Hands-on with Mockito, SonarQube, and test automation frameworks
 * Experience improving code coverage, unit testing, and code quality
 * Familiarity with Java 21 or modern Java versions
 * Experience using GitHub Copilot or AI-assisted coding tools is a strong plus
 * Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.



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