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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Test Automation Engineer(Web) - **Company:** INC Research - **Location:** Alexandria, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Computer Programming, Databases, Gradle, Apache JMeter, Load Testing, Apache Maven, Scrum Methodology, Selenium, SoapUI, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Test Execution Engine, Strategies of Testing, Testng, Web Applications, Performance Testing, Postman, Cypress (Programming Language), Backend, Gitlab, Git, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Gherkin, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Real Time Data, Build Tools, Npm(Software), Front End Software Development, Cucumber (Software), Software Version Control, Devsecops, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** July 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9016828/test-automation-engineerweb ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience * 3+ years of experience in test automation or software testing * Developed automated test suites for web applications using tools such as Cypress, Selenium, or similar * Experience testing both front-end and back-end systems, including APIs * Hands-on experience with functional and non-functional testing (performance, regression, etc.) * Worked in an Agile software development environment * Authored test cases, procedures, and documented results * Experience with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) * Tested complex systems composed of microservices or modular architectures * Strong troubleshooting skills and collaboration with development teams to resolve defects * Programming/scripting experience in Java, JavaScript, or similar, including BDD tools (Cucumber, Gherkin) * Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI or similar) and version control systems (Git) EVEN BETTER * Experience with API testing tools such as Postman, REST Assured, or SoapUI * Familiarity with build tools including Maven, Gradle, or NPM * Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter * Working knowledge of databases and SQL * Experience testing systems in secure or regulated environments (e.g., DoD, RMF, NIST) * Exposure to DevSecOps practices and secure software testing ## Description We are seeking a Test Automation Engineer to join our Software Engineering team. In this role, you will build scalable automated testing solutions that ensure the reliability and performance of mission-critical systems supporting Defense and Homeland Security operations. You will work across the full development lifecycle to validate systems that process large volumes of real-time data., * Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for large-scale, distributed software systems * Build and execute automated test suites for web applications and APIs to ensure comprehensive coverage * Develop integration and end-to-end test scripts supporting complex system interactions * Evaluate, select, and integrate automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, TestNG) into CI/CD pipelines * Implement automated performance and load testing to analyze system scalability and reliability * Conduct functional, regression, performance, and security testing to identify defects and ensure system quality * Collaborate with developers, system engineers, and product teams to define test strategies and identify automation opportunities * Participate in agile ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) to align testing with development efforts * Track, triage, and resolve defects using tools such as GitLab or JIRA * Optimize automation frameworks and test execution for speed, reliability, and maintainability * Document test plans, methodologies, and results; ensure alignment with system requirements and architecture ## Related Videos - [Continuous testing - run automated tests for every change!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/190-continuous-testing-run-automated-tests-for-every-change) - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Integration And E2E Testing: Are They Complementary or Interchangeable?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/86-integration-and-e2e-testing-are-they-complementary-or-interchangeable)