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# Software Tester L1 - TS/SCI with Poly required

- **Company:** EMTAK. LLC
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $131,300.0 - $237,350.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Automation of Tests, Software Quality, GIS Applications, Apache JMeter, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Selenium, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), Strategies of Testing, Performance Testing, Gatling, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Microservices
- **Published:** July 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us431e775660d3f1945ceed9dd31f0f585/eaa

## About the Role

* Active TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph
 * 2+ years of Test Engineering experience supporting programs of similar scope and complexity
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (four additional years of Test Engineer experience may be substituted for the degree)
 * Strong Python programming experience for test automation, framework development, and CI/CD integration
 * Ability to mentor junior Test Engineers

Desired Skills

 * Experience testing geospatial applications, Java microservices, and RESTful APIs
 * Test automation with Selenium, JUnit, or similar frameworks
 * Performance testing using JMeter, Gatling, or similar tools
 * Knowledge of geospatial analysis and visualization
 * Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices
 * Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
 * Ability to work independently and take ownership of testing efforts

## Description

We are seeking a Test Engineer Level 1 to support the testing and validation of mission-critical geospatial applications and Java microservices within the Intelligence Community. The ideal candidate will have experience with automated and manual testing, Python, and software quality assurance.
Required Responsibilities

 * Develop test strategies, test plans, and test cases
 * Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts
 * Perform manual, regression, and performance testing
 * Identify, document, and track software defects
 * Collaborate with developers to ensure software quality
 * Create and maintain test documentation
 * Support continuous improvement of testing processes, This is a full-time position, and requires a TS/SCI/Full Scope Polygraph Clearance. 2HB Incorporated is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer to support its government customer in Anna…
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