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# Test Automation Engineer

- **Company:** CACI International Inc.
- **Location:** Fairfax, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $79,400.0 - $162,700.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 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, 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
- **Published:** July 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/4A797BC177134713947EA286EE1639C4/job/

## About the Role

* 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.

## 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.


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