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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Automation Tester - **Company:** Computer World Services - **Location:** Springfield, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $115,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, JIRA, User Authentication, Automation of Tests, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Integrity, DevOps, Digital Content, Github, Groovy, JSON, Apache JMeter, Junit, Python (Programming Language), CURL, PostgreSQL, Load Testing, Log Analysis, Apache Maven, MySQL, OAuth, Oracle (Applications), Regression Testing, Ruby, Swagger, JSON Web Token, Shell Script, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), SoapUI, SQL Databases, Test Case, Testng, Web Services, Web Services Description Language, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Diagnostic Tools, Performance Testing, Postman, Backend, Git, Pytest, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Kibana, Cucumber (Software), Splunk, Docker, Jenkins, Microservices - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59132608-automation-tester ## About the Role The Automation Tester will design automated test scripts in support of user requirements for moderately complex to extremely complex software of IT systems. They will perform activities such as determining what technical testing strategy to implement; converting manual test cases to automated scripts, analyze test case scenarios, identifying validation points and metrics to be collected; ability to identify which protocol is best to use for building scripts and connecting to test environment interfaces; conducting various types of tests and collecting necessary metrics; writing test analysis documents highlighting key findings and recommendations; perform code reviews. The Automation Tester may make recommendations and advise on system improvements, optimization, or maintenance efforts to reduce operating time and improve efficiency. The Automation Tester should have the following skills: * Experience in backend or API test automation * Strong knowledge of Agile, CI/CD, and DevOps practices * Experience with performance testing and systems engineering * Experience with JMeter and developing Curl or Shell scripts * Excellent communication and problem-solving skills * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams * Ability to convey technical information to non-technical individuals, * Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 10 years of experience * 8-10 years of experience in backend or API test automation The ideal candidate should be able to demonstrate working knowledge with several of the following concepts or technologies: Core Expertise * REST / SOAP API Testing * Backend & Microservices Testing * Postman, Swagger, SOAP UI * REST Assured, PyTest, Karate * JSON, XML, WSDL, OAuth, JWT * SQL (PostgreSQL, Oracle, MySQL) * Jenkins, Maven, Git, JIRA * TestNG, JUnit, PyTest * Cucumber * Docker / Kubernetes Environments * Performance Testing (JMeter, Locust) * Languages: Java, Ruby, Python, XML Desired Expereince * AWS or other Cloud Platform experience * API Monitoring (e.g., Splunk, Kibana) * TDD / BDD experience * Security and authentication testing * Federal or large-scale enterprise system experience Certification Requirements * Relevant certifications desired, * Candidate must be a US Citizen, possess DHS Suitability background investigation or be eligible to qualify for DHS Entry of Duty background investigation followed by DHS Public Trust Clearance, The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity. The posted range is appropriate for a typical candidate meeting, at a minimum, all the core requirements of the position ## Description We are seeking an experienced Automation Tester with strong expertise in Backend, API, and Microservices testing. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and maintain automation frameworks supporting REST, SOAP, and distributed backend services. This role requires hands-on experience with API validation, database verification, and performance testing in Agile/DevOps environments., * Analyze functional and non-functional requirements to define API and backend testing needs. * Design and develop automated test scripts for REST, SOAP, and microservice interfaces. * Validate API responses, payloads, and data integrity using Postman, Swagger, and SOAP UI. * Execute integration and regression testing for backend systems. * Build and maintain automation frameworks using Python, Java, or Groovy. * Verify backend data using SQL (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL). * Troubleshoot API and data issues through log analysis and diagnostics tools. * Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI). * Support load and performance testing using JMeter or similar tools. * Participate in code reviews and provide recommendations to improve automation coverage. * Collaborate with developers, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure system quality and reliability. ## Related Videos - [Continuous testing - run automated tests for every change!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/190-continuous-testing-run-automated-tests-for-every-change) - [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) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [Coffee with Developers: David Heinemeier Hansson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/875-coffee-with-developers-david-heinemeier-hansson) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [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) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Benefits of Using JMeter For Performance Testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/96-benefits-of-using-jmeter-for-performance-testing)