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# Automation Software Test Engineer

- **Company:** Leidos, Inc.
- **Location:** Huntsville, AL, United States
- **Salary:** $110,000 - $145,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Computer-Aided Design, Systems Engineering, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Apache JMeter, Python (Programming Language), Load Testing, Requirements Traceability, Selenium, Software Engineering, Software Testing Automation Framework, Software Technical Review, Test Case, Strategies of Testing, Scripting, Performance Testing, Postman, Delivery Pipeline, Cypress (Programming Language), ReadyAPI, Git, Information Technology, Playwright, Software Version Control, Api Management, Jenkins
- **Published:** November 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=3062374594-2

## About the Role

* Software testing methodologies (functional, integration, regression, performance)
 * Test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright)
 * Scripting/programming languages for test automation (e.g., Python, Java, Java
 * Script)
 * Test case design and requirements traceability
 * Defect tracking and test management tools (e.g., JIRA, Test
 * Rail, Azure Dev
 * Ops)
 * Continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git
 * Lab CI)
 * API testing (e.g., Postman, REST-assured)
 * Performance and load testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Load
 * Runner)
 * Version control systems (e.g., Git)
 * Knowledge of secure software development and basic cyber hygiene

## Description

Leidos is seeking a Test Engineer to ensure the quality of mission-critical IT and software solutions for government and commercial clients. In this role, you will design and execute test strategies, plans, and automated suites for complex, distributed systems. You'll perform functional, integration, regression, and performance testing while collaborating closely with developers and systems engineers. The position supports a culture of integrity, innovation, and continuous learning, offering flexible work options, robust benefits, and opportunities to impact national security, health, and engineering programs., * Design and execute test plans, test cases, and automated scripts for complex IT systems

 * Perform functional, integration, regression, and performance testing across platforms
 * Collaborate with developers, systems engineers, and analysts to clarify requirements and resolve defects
 * Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks and tools
 * Document test results, defects, and coverage, ensuring traceability to requirements
 * Contribute to continuous integration and delivery pipelines with automated quality gates
 * Support security, reliability, and compliance testing for government and commercial clients
 * Participate in code and design reviews to improve testability and quality