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# Application Developer 1/2/3

- **Company:** Tensley Consulting
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Data Analysis, Apache HTTP Server, Application Testing, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, C Shell, Unix, C++ (Programming Language), Adobe Coldfusion, Software Quality, Communications Protocols, Computer Programming, Databases, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Linux, Web Development, Perl (Programming Language), Ethernet, H.323 Protocol, Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Linux Kernel, Media Gateway Control Protocol (MGCP), Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Network Protocols, Object-Oriented Software Development, Oracle (Applications), Systems Development Life Cycle, Simple Network Management Protocols, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Subversion, System Testing, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Strategies of Testing, X.25 (ITU-T Recommendations), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Scripting, Sybase, Virtual Environment, Git, Pytest, Information Technology, Reverse Engineering Software, Software Version Control, Atlassian Bamboo, Jenkins
- **Published:** July 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9523954fe4c8ab5e

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
Four (4) years of relevant military experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
A master's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering is preferred., Experience developing software in Python, preferably using Python virtual environments.
Experience developing automated tests using pytest or a similar testing framework.
Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or Bamboo.
Experience using version-control tools such as Git or Subversion.
Understanding of software development, integration, and testing methodologies.
Experience developing or testing software in Unix, Linux, or Windows environments.
Knowledge and experience in at least three of the following areas:
System requirements analysis
Software system design
Software system development
Software system integration
Software system testing

Experience in at least four of the following technical areas:
Software development using C, C++, or Java
Software development for Unix, Linux, or Windows environments
Development of Windows DLLs
Object-oriented programming
Script development using Python, Perl, Bourne shell, C shell, or another scripting language
Web development using XML, PHP, MySQL, ColdFusion, or Apache
Database experience with Sybase, Oracle, or Microsoft SQL Server
Software reverse engineering and analysis
Unix or Linux kernel development
Bit-level data analysis
Computer telephony development using technologies such as Dialogic cards
Network protocol and standards experience, including TCP/IP, SNMP, H.323, X.25, 802.11, 802.16, SIP, MEGACO, or MGCP
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Desired Skills

Experience with network protocols such as TCP/IP, MPLS, and Ethernet.
Experience performing network or protocol analysis.
Experience working with mission-critical or government software systems.
Familiarity with multiple programming, scripting, database, and operating-system environments.

## Description

Tensley Consulting is seeking an Automated Test Engineer to support the development, integration, and testing of mission-critical software systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on Python development experience, a strong background in automated software testing, and experience working within modern CI/CD environments.

This position will focus on developing and maintaining automated test solutions, supporting software integration activities, troubleshooting system and network-level issues, and improving the reliability and quality of software releases., Develop, maintain, and execute automated software tests using Python.
Build automated test solutions using frameworks such as pytest.
Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins or Bamboo.
Analyze software and system requirements to develop appropriate test strategies.
Support software system development, integration, and testing activities.
Identify, document, troubleshoot, and track software defects.
Use version-control systems such as Git or Subversion to manage software and test code.
Test applications operating within Unix, Linux, or Windows environments.
Assist with network and protocol-level troubleshooting and analysis.
Collaborate with software developers, systems engineers, and other technical stakeholders to improve software quality., About TensleyTensley Consulting is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business focused on mission engineering in support of the United States Intelligence Community and the Department of Defense. Our team consists of System Engineers, Software Engineers, Test Engineers, and Signals Analysts performing work throughout the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS).
Equal Opportunity, Diversity & InclusionWe aim to build a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We embrace inclusion and ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other personal characteristic.


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