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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Automated Tester - **Company:** Blu Omega - **Location:** Ashburn, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $62,000.0 - $72,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Software Bug Management, C Sharp (Programming Language), Continuous Integration, Github, JSON, Apache JMeter, Python (Programming Language), Open Web Application Security, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, Regression Testing, Selenium, Test Data, TypeScript, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Applications, Performance Testing, Postman, Software Security, Cypress (Programming Language), ReadyAPI, Git, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Playwright, Devsecops, Api Management, Docker, Jenkins - **Published:** August 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9115311/automated-tester ## About the Role * 3+ years of software testing experience with hands-on test automation. * Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, or TypeScript. * Experience testing web applications and APIs, developing automated regression test suites. * Hands-on experience with automation frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright. * API testing and automation experience with tools such as Postman/Newman, RestAssured, or Karate. * Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and modern SDLC practices. * Knowledge of Git and CI/CD workflows. * Strong communication skills and ability to produce clear documentation. * Ability to meet federal background check requirements., * Experience supporting federal IT programs or regulated environments. * Knowledge of DevSecOps, containerized environments like Docker, and infrastructure-as-code. * Familiarity with accessibility standards such as Section 508 and WCAG. * Understanding of application security fundamentals, including OWASP Top 10. * Experience with mortgage, lending, or financial systems. * Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or k6. ## Description Blu Omega is seeking an Automated Tester to support a federal program focused on IT modernization and mortgage technology. This role operates within a remote environment and is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining automated testing solutions. The position requires experience supporting quality assurance practices across web applications, APIs, and integrated systems., * Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks for UI, API, integration, and regression testing. * Create and execute automated test scripts using frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright. * Develop API test automation for REST/JSON services using tools like Postman/Newman, RestAssured, or Karate. * Collaborate with developers to improve application testability and support unit and integration testing strategies. * Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins. * Define and manage test data, test environments, and automated reporting metrics. * Translate user stories and requirements into test scenarios and automation plans. * Perform defect triage and root-cause analysis, documenting results to support audit readiness. * Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate across distributed teams. ## 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) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [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) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [13 AI Tools for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/302-13-ai-tools-for-developers) - [What is a Test Plan: Guide to Test Planning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/191-what-is-a-test-plan-guide-to-test-planning) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)