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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Test Engineer - **Company:** Davies, Linda M - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $95,000.0 - $110,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Bug Tracking Systems, Databases, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Machine Learning, Regression Testing, Software Coding - **Published:** June 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f4273de84defd7f6 ## About the Role Do you have a valid AWS Certified Machine Learning - Specialty certification?, Do you have experience in Public Cloud?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Essential: either a public trust or secret clearance * Essential: minimum 3 years experience * AWS Certified Machine Learning Certification is desirable. * Strong Software Test Engineering skills. * Proven Experience with AWS. * Proven Experience working in secure or regulated environments (e.g., government or defense) is desirable. * Strong problem-solving skills, ability to work both independently and in cross-functional teams, and clear written and verbal communication. * Bachelor's degree in IT from an accredited institution is desirable. * Ability and willingness to travel to DC for occasional work on-site to support projects for government and high-security clients as needed. Applications: * Must provide details about how applicant meets all essential requirements, desirable qualifications and relevant experience in the job description., * Do you have either a public trust or secret clearance? * Do you have a minimum of 3 years experience? * When are you available to start? Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20001 ## Description We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Software Test Engineer to join our team. This is a full-time remote role based in VA, MD, DC or NC with occasional travel to DC required. The Software Test Engineer will be responsible for ensuring a software product (system or application) meets the established standards of quality including reliability, usability and performance required for release. 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