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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Test Automation Engineer - **Company:** PeopleTec Inc. - **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, DevOps, Scrum Methodology, E2e Testing, Selenium, Software Engineering, Test Case, Test Execution Engine, Strategies of Testing, Software Repository, Performance Testing, Cypress (Programming Language), Gitlab, SC Clearance, Integration Tests - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9050766/software-test-automation-engineer ## About the Role PeopleTec is looking for a talented Software Test Automation Engineer to join our team! This role requires a high level of expertise in creating and executing test plans, unit testing, and end-to-end testing. The ideal candidate will have a passion for quality assurance, a meticulous eye for detail, and a strong understanding of automation tools and best practices., * 5-10+ years of experience in software testing, with a focus on test automation. * Proficiency in test automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or similar frameworks. * Strong understanding of testing methodologies including unit testing, integration testing, and end-to-end testing. * Experience in test plan creation for complex applications, with a deep understanding of functional, regression, and performance testing. * Excellent communication skills: Ability to clearly document and explain testing procedures and results to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Familiarity with GitLab for code repositories and pipelines * Ability to work effectively within a collaborative environment composed of Government, Prime Contractor, Support Contractor, and other Government agencies/personnel. * Candidate must be confident in his/her ability to work across a vast organizational structure to effectively communicate complex technical issues. * Travel as required (estimated 10%). * Must be a U.S. Citizen * An active DoD Secret clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment. Education Requirements : * Bachelor's in STEM field. Desired Skills : * Familiarity with agile methodologies and participation in agile teams, with experience in sprint planning and backlog grooming. ## Description * Design, create, and document software development and infrastructure processes, including design specifications and test plans . * Implement and manage automated testing frameworks and scripts to support efficient, repeatable testing processes. * Lead the design and execution of unit and end-to-end testing processes to ensure robust, reliable, and high-quality software products. * Act as a subject matter expert, providing guidance to other team members on automation testing best practices, test case development, and effective testing methodologies. * Work closely with development, DevOps, and product teams to align on testing strategies, resolve issues, and improve overall testing efficiency. ## Related Videos - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Modern DevOps for IoT Devices and More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1805-wearedevelopers-live-modern-devops-for-iot-devices-and-more) - [Proactive monitoring and smoke testing in your production environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/139-proactive-monitoring-and-smoke-testing-in-your-production-environment) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [How to add test automation to your project: The good, the bad, and the ugly](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1668-how-to-add-test-automation-to-your-project-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly) - [How not to test ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/175-how-not-to-test) - [Enabling automated 1-click customer deployments with built-in quality and security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/83-enabling-automated-1-click-customer-deployments-with-built-in-quality-and-security) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [What is a Test Plan: Guide to Test Planning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/191-what-is-a-test-plan-guide-to-test-planning) - [Integration And E2E Testing: Are They Complementary or Interchangeable?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/86-integration-and-e2e-testing-are-they-complementary-or-interchangeable) - [How to create a test plan for software testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/56-how-to-create-a-test-plan-for-software-testing) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)