Test Automation Engineer

CACI International Inc.
Fairfax, VA, United States
24 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
3 years minimum
Compensation
$79,400.0 - $162,700.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Microsoft Word Java (Programming Language) Microsoft Excel Apache ActiveMQ Agile Methodology Confluence Automation of Tests C++ (Programming Language) CentOS Code Coverage Signals Intelligence Computer Engineering
+27 more
Continuous Integration Data Distribution Service Software Debugging Software Design Patterns Linux Programming Tools Junit Python (Programming Language) Radio-Frequency Identification Microsoft PowerPoint Software Architecture Red Hat Enterprise Linux Regression Testing Selenium Software Engineering Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) DevOps Tools - Open-source Gitlab Pytest Containerization Gitlab-ci Kubernetes Information Technology Restful APIs Devsecops Docker Jenkins

Job description

Join an Agile development team building cutting-edge software systems for Navy signals intelligence, radar, and communications prototypes. As a Test Automation Engineer , you will develop automated tests, work with CI/CD pipelines, support containerized applications, and collaborate closely with developers and system engineers to ensure high-quality software delivery. This role is ideal for someone passionate about test automation, modern development tools, and continuous integration., * Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts for functional, integration, and regression testing.

  • Partner with developers, QA engineers, and customer stakeholders to define test requirements and ensure complete test coverage.
  • Translate customer and cross-functional requirements into end-to-end automated test solutions.
  • Work with DevSecOps teams to integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (GitLab, Jenkins).
  • Support and maintain test environments, including containerized deployments (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Troubleshoot and analyze test failures; document results clearly and accurately.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to process improvements.
  • Integrate software products into multiple environments and support cross-team testing.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline.
  • 3-5 years of hands-on software development experience.
  • Proficiency in at least two languages (Java, C/C++, Python).
  • Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and scalable systems.
  • Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Kubernetes, Docker/Podman).
  • Experience testing RESTful and AMQ-based applications.
  • Proficiency with automated testing frameworks (PyTest, JUnit, Selenium).
  • Knowledge of CI/CD workflows and automated testing integration.
  • Strong debugging, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within Agile teams.
  • Strong documentation skills (Confluence, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with Linux systems (RHEL, CentOS).
  • Knowledge of networking and data distribution protocols (Vita49.2, TCP, UDP, Sockets, ActiveMQ, DDS).
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI).
  • Interest or experience with RF systems or DSP concepts.

Benefits & conditions

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$79,400 - $162,700

About the company

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation’s most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

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