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# Test Automation Engineer (Hybrid Onsite)

- **Company:** MarineTraffic
- **Location:** Ashburn, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Agile Methodology, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Visual Studio, Regression Testing, Smoke Testing, Test Execution Engine, Gherkin, Playwright
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www2.jobdiva.com/portal/?a=j7jdnwgck4wulo816y7l865pzq556q05f5cqdk65b0o0dpy0m5p196w9a9ln1g3w&compid=0/jobs/32793426#/jobs/32793426

## About the Role

5-8 years of software testing and quality assurance experience.
Hands-on experience with Playwright test automation.
Experience with BDD frameworks and Gherkin scenarios.
Experience with XRay, Jira, Azure DevOps, and Visual Studio.
Experience creating automated UI, functional, and regression tests.
Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with business stakeholders and cross-functional development teams.

## Description

Marathon TS is looking to hire an onsite Test Automation Engineer to support a Federal Agency in Washington DC. The individual will be responsible for developing and maintaining automated test suites using Playwright and BDD methodologies, while also performing manual testing, regression testing, and supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT). The role requires close collaboration with business stakeholders, product owners, developers, business analysts, and architects to ensure high-quality software releases. All candidates should have the following experience, Develop and maintain automated test suites using Playwright.
Create BDD-based test scenarios and automated regression tests.
Execute automated, manual, functional, integration, and smoke testing as needed.
Manage test cases, test execution, and traceability using XRay.
Support QA, SIT, and UAT activities across project releases.
Identify, document, and track defects through resolution.
Participate in Agile ceremonies and requirements reviews.
Collaborate with business stakeholders and the development team to validate requirements and ensure product quality.

Project Context
RASR-Next is a cloud-native modernization of the legacy RASR platform, built on Microsoft Azure, supporting regulatory business processes with high standards for security, scalability, and compliance.


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