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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Test Engineer - **Company:** Leidos, Inc. - **Location:** Bethesda, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $107,900.0 - $195,050.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Software Applications, Confluence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Configuration Management, Computer Programming, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Github, Integrated Development Environments, Apache JMeter, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, Regression Testing, Selenium, Software Engineering, Software Quality Assurance (SQA), Test Case, Performance Testing, Test Scripts, Software Performance, Katalon Studio, Jenkins - **Published:** September 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/86063294/1 ## About the Role * Experience in software quality assurance with a focus on automation testing. * Experience with creation, authoring, execution and documentation of test cases/result sets for software products in an agile cadence * Experience using automation frameworks and tools like Selenium or Katalon Studio * Familiarity in writing efficient and scalable test scripts. * Direct experience with software performance testing practices * Experience working/testing within Commercial Cloud Platforms (ex: AWS) and DevOps tools, and working in a SAFe Agile and DevOps development environment * Demonstrated ability to work within collaborative environment to execute test cases complimentary to development efforts * BS degree with 8 or more years of prior relevant experience or Master's with 6 or more years of prior relevant experience. Will consider experience in lieu of a degree * Candidate must have an active TS/SCI with Polygraph, * Hands-on experience with Katalon Studio and Katalon Runtime Engine * Programming skills in languages such as Java or Python enabling the ability to write efficient and scalable test scripts. * Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub) and their integration with automated tests. * Direct experience with AWS environments ## Description As a Test Engineer on this program, you will have the opportunity to design, develop, and execute automated tests to ensure the quality and reliability of software applications and services in a Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery Pipeline within a commercial cloud environment. You will play a crucial role in the software development lifecycle, aiming to streamline testing processes, reduce defects, and accelerate software releases., * Participate in program Agile software development initiatives (standup, planning, increment planning) to support innovation and enhancement of custom applications through iteration/functionality testing within a commercial cloud environment. * Participate and collaborate with team members to assess StoryPoint/complexity efforts (using best practices) to ensure proper testing and delivery of functionality per User Story Acceptance Criteria * Collaborate with team members (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Software Developers) to develop test approaches with emphasis on automation of recurring/regression test cases through selected toolsets * Develop automated test cases using knowledge of custom Applications through designated GUI/COTS products (ex: Selenium and Katalon Studio) * Leverage DevOps practices to ensure repeatability and Configuration Management of test cases/scripts are maintained and continuously improved * Develop and document end-to-end functionality test case narratives using task management system (JIRA/Confluence) and support performance testing/evaluation activities using tools such as Jmeter ## 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) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) ## 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) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)