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# Python Test Engineer [$273k/yr+] TS/SCI-FS Poly

- **Company:** SYSTOLIC, INC.
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $273,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Continuous Integration, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, System Testing, Strategies of Testing, Test Scripts, Splunk, Jenkins
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9034260/python-test-engineer-273kyr-tssci-fs-poly

## About the Role

Degree: Technical bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Years of experience: 8+ years
Salary: $273k+ yearly compensation

## Description

* Execute comprehensive software testing, integration, and system testing across diverse hardware platforms.
 * Develop and implement Python-based test scripts to automate testing processes and validate system functionality.
 * Analyze complex log data to identify issues and manage discrepancy reporting through resolution.
 * Contribute to requirements analysis and continuous software development within lab environments., * Conduct full lifecycle software testing, integration, and system testing on various hardware platforms.
 * Design, develop, and execute Python test scripts for automation and validation.
 * Utilize Jenkins for continuous integration pipelines and Splunk for log data analysis.
 * Administer and troubleshoot Linux-based systems for test environments.
 * Perform detailed requirements analysis to inform test strategy and software development efforts.
 * Manage discrepancy reports, including tracking, analysis, and verification of fixes.
 * Apply Agile/Scrum methodologies throughout the software development and testing lifecycle.
 * Engage in software development activities specifically tailored for lab environments.
 * Leverage expertise in Integration and Test (I&T) and Systems Engineering principles.


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