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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Automation Test Lead - **Company:** Amatriot Group, LLC - **Location:** Fairfax, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $155,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Software Bug Management, Google Chrome, Code Coverage, Software Quality, Databases, Continuous Integration, File Systems, Perl (Programming Language), Github, Groovy, IntelliJ IDEA, Mobile Application Software, Python (Programming Language), Windows Servers, Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Webui, Selenium, SoapUI, Software Engineering, SQL Server Reporting Services, Subversion, Test Data, Strategies of Testing, TortoiseSVN, Circleci, Scripting, Postman, Appium, Test Scripts, Cypress (Programming Language), ReadyAPI, Gitlab, Git, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Bitbucket, Restful APIs, Software Version Control, Api Management, Katalon Studio, Jenkins, Web Api - **Published:** August 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=09bbbb1fa9171e1b ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. * An additional 15 or more years of demonstrated experience may be substituted for the degree requirement., * 15 or more years of general experience, including at least 10 years of specialized hands-on experience in automated testing. * Experience developing, executing, and maintaining automated test scripts. * Experience working in an Agile development environment. * Experience with Windows Server 2012/2016 administration. * Experience with commercial defect management systems, such as JIRA., * Demonstrated proficiency in two to three object-oriented programming languages, with Java preferred and some Groovy experience. * Experience using automated testing IDEs such as IntelliJ. * Experience with API testing tools such as Katalon, Postman, SoapUI, or ReadyAPI. * Basic understanding of program interfaces, services, databases, messaging, and file systems. * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Clearance * Active Secret clearance. * Must be able to successfully complete a government background investigation and maintain eligibility for a Secret clearance., * Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins, or CircleCI. * Experience with web UI automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, or equivalent. * Scripting proficiency in Groovy, Cygwin, Bash, Perl, or Python. * Experience using production RESTful interfaces. * Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS). * Experience with source control management software such as Git, Tortoise SVN/Subversion, or BitBucket. * Working knowledge of Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, and Google Chrome. * Experience with mobile application testing and automation frameworks such as Appium, XCUITest, or Espresso. * Demonstrated commitment to self-learning and staying current with industry trends. ## Description Amatriot is seeking a Software Automation Test Lead with an emphasis on API testing to support software development efforts for the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). This role leads the testing team, develops and maintains automated testing solutions, and ensures software quality through manual and automated testing in an Agile environment., Test Leadership * Manage a team of five or more testers. * Evaluate industry-standard testing tools and recommend solutions based on best practices. * Establish test strategies to ensure features meet acceptance criteria. Test Automation and Execution * Create, maintain, and evaluate automated test scripts. * Develop and execute manual and automated test cases to ensure functional coverage for assigned features. * Manage test data, including creating test data through API calls. * Create test reports and maintain testing documentation., * Work closely with developers and Requirements Analysts to clarify requirements and improve test coverage. * Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and retrospectives, providing testing-related input. ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [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) - [Continuous testing - run automated tests for every change!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/190-continuous-testing-run-automated-tests-for-every-change) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [13 AI Tools for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/302-13-ai-tools-for-developers) - [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) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline)