Test Engineer

GovCIO is currently hiring for a tester role to incorporate modern tools-including automation and AI-assisted capabilities where appropriate-to enhance efficiency, quality, and the Veteran experience, while upholding security, accessibility, and responsible technology adoption. This position will be fully remote within the United States position., * Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using frameworks such as Cypress, Selenium WebDriver, or TestNG.

• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to support continuous testing and faster feedback.
• Develop and maintain test scripts using Java, JavaScript, or C#.
• Design and execute test cases and automated test scenarios based on user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Identify, document, and track defects discovered during testing.
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and QA team members to ensure application quality.
• Perform manual and automated testing for web applications, APIs, and system integrations.
• Use tools such as Postman or ReadyAPI for API testing.
• Execute functional, regression, and integration tests as part of the Software Testing Life Cycle.
• Perform basic database validation using SQL queries when needed.
• Maintain testing artifacts and track testing activities using tools such as Jira and XRay.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and automation coverage.

• Bachelor’s degree with 2-5 years of experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Experience in manual, integration, functional, and automated testing.
• Experience using Jira to build or manage test plans, issues, test executions, and reports.
• Understanding of modernized system functions, including those influenced by automation or data-driven workflows.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Extensive experience with integration and interface testing.
• Exposure to Corporate Database, MPI, VA Profile, and existing API services in the VA network.
• Ability to write basic Oracle scripts for testing.
• Experience working with the VA or other Federal agencies.
• Experience supporting remote work environments.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and VA’s Veteran-Focused Integration Process (VIP).
• General awareness of responsible automation and VA modernization priorities, with openness to learning how AI-assisted tools may support testing workflows.
• Interest in using emerging tools-potentially including AI-supported analytics-to enhance testing accuracy and efficiency.

Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a Suitability/Public Trust clearance.