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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Engineer 3 - **Company:** Markon, LLC. - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Application Testing, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Big Data, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, Data Integrity, DevOps, Information Lifecycle Management, Junit, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Mockito, Systems Integration, Strategies of Testing, Enterprise Data Management, Scripting, Test Scripts - **Published:** July 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/8eb34025-123b-4a7d-9d60-6b1483c59446 ## About the Role *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(-scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(-thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(-header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-69efba14-e104-832e-9250-eb6b1ebc82a5-7" data-turn-id-container="request-69efba14-e104-832e-9250-eb6b1ebc82a5-7" data-testid="conversation-turn-88" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> * Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with this Customer. * Bachelor's degree in a technical field or 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree * 8+ years of experience as a Test Engineer supporting programs of similar scope, type, and complexity * Experience leading test planning, execution, and quality assurance efforts for complex systems * Experience with automated testing and scripting using Python, Java, Bash, or similar languages * Hands-on experience with testing frameworks such as JUnit and Mockito * Experience testing applications and systems in Linux environments * Experience supporting testing activities within AWS cloud environments * Understanding of data ingest processes and data lifecycle management principles * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced Agile environment Desired Qualifications * Experience supporting DevOps and CI/CD environments * Experience with performance, load, and stress testing methodologies * Familiarity with containerized and cloud-native architectures * Experience supporting Intelligence Community mission systems, enterprise data platforms, or large-scale data processing environments * Experience leading testing efforts across multi-disciplinary development teams *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(-scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(-thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(-header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="313a7caf-7277-4ee9-82bd-82771c6d99d1" data-testid="conversation-turn-8" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="assistant"> ## Description Markon is seeking a Test Engineer 3 to support a fast-paced, mission-critical Intelligence Community program. This role serves as the lead Test Engineer, responsible for defining and executing comprehensive test strategies to ensure the delivery of high-quality, resilient systems. This role works closely with software developers, DevOps engineers, and mission stakeholders to validate system functionality, data integrity, performance, and operational readiness across complex environments., * Lead the testing strategy, planning, and execution for mission-critical applications and systems * Partner with software and DevOps engineers to integrate quality assurance throughout the development lifecycle * Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test cases across system, integration, regression, performance, and stress testing scenarios * Develop and maintain test plans, test procedures, test cases, test scripts, and test reports * Validate data ingest pipelines and ensure compliance with data lifecycle management requirements * Identify, document, track, and verify resolution of software defects and system issues * Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks utilizing tools such as JUnit and Mockito * Analyze test results and provide recommendations to improve system quality, reliability, and performance * Support system integration, deployment, accreditation, and operational testing activities * Coordinate testing efforts across development teams and provide status updates to leadership and stakeholders * Contribute to continuous improvement of testing methodologies, automation, and quality assurance processes ## Related Videos - [How Unit Testing Saved My Career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1642-how-unit-testing-saved-my-career) - [Test-Driven Development: It's easier than you think!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1598-test-driven-development-it-s-easier-than-you-think) - [Continuous testing - run automated tests for every change!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/190-continuous-testing-run-automated-tests-for-every-change) - [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) - [ChatGPT and Java: A Match Made in Heaven or Hell?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/536-chatgpt-and-java-a-match-made-in-heaven-or-hell) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [What is a Test Plan: Guide to Test Planning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/191-what-is-a-test-plan-guide-to-test-planning) - [Dev Digest 119 - ❤️ === ❤️](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/454-dev-digest-119)