QA Automation Tester

The AI Agentic Program seeks a senior automation tester with strong experience testing Agile software teams delivering cloud-native, intelligence-driven, and autonomous multi-agent systems. The individual should have deep knowledge of Agile practices and experience coordinating distributed engineering, data, and DevSecOps teams. This position requires one day onsite in Reston, VA. and lasts through September 2026., * Work with developers to integrate AI-driven test coverage into development pipelines

• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts incorporating AI-powered testing strategies
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and ad-hoc testing
• Conduct API testing (REST & SOAP) using appropriate tools
• Execute automation testing and maintain automation frameworks
• Perform performance and load testing
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure test coverage
• Support CI/CD pipelines and integrate automated tests into build processes
• Ensure application compatibility across Windows environments
• Drive best practices in test automation, code quality, and reusability
• Identify and drive implementation of best practices in automation testing, including AI-based techniques for defect detection, predictive test case generation, and maintenance of reusable test assets.
• Stay up to date on emerging trends in AI technologies and their application in quality assurance.

• Bachelors degree and 8+ years of experience in QA automation testing, including both manual and automation.
• Strong hands-on test automation experience using Selenium and Playwright.
• Hands-on experience with integrating AI-based test automation libraries and frameworks into custom automation framework with a focus on developing intelligent test generation mechanisms and adaptive test strategies.
• Familiarity with AI-powered testing tools or platforms (e.g., BlinqIO, TestMu).
• Understanding of AI based agentic frameworks for adaptive test strategies.
• Solid experience in API testing (REST & SOAP).
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Strong knowledge of JSON and XML.
• Hands-on experience with performance testing tools (JMeter.
• Proficiency in Python and scripting language such as PowerShell / Bash.
• Experience with Git version control systems.
• Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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