Peraton

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Responsibilities Peraton is looking to hire a Senior Automated Test Engineer who collaborates with a team of testers and developers to ensure quality and security are built into solutions and release deployments to production are error free. They are responsible for conducting functional, regression, and system integration testing strategies. This role will have the ability to work in remotely. As an Automation Test Engineer specializing in web applications, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining automated testing frameworks. Responsibilities: Design and develop automated test scripts for web applications using industry-standard testing frameworks Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand software requirements and acceptance criteria Execute and maintain automated test suites, ensuring comprehensive test coverage Identify, document, and prioritize test cases based on risk and business impact Integrate automated tests into the continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline Collaborate with developers to troubleshoot and resolve issues identified during testing Stay updated on testing best practices, industry trends, and emerging tools Working on multiple projects simultaneously, develop test system modifications or new development to prepare for implementation Leading the creation test automation frameworks; perform testing of developer’s applications; and installing, configuring, and administering applications that automate testing Develop automated testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, security, and usability Lead automation, integration and test efforts ensuring defects are mitigated Coordinate testing of software defects, enhancements, and upgrades with users and other application teams Lead the development and execution of automation test scripts using testing tools such as Selenium. Configure Testing Framework to execute Selenium scripts Support test events including system, integration, independent verification & validation, and user acceptance tests. Attend Project Agile Sprint daily stand-up meetings, customer meetings, and other team meetings Work in a Scrum team – participate in all Scrum ceremonies (daily Scrum, Sprint Planning, Review, Retrospective, Program Increment Planning ceremonies, etc.) Qualifications What you'll need: Education: Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD or 12 years of experience with HS diploma/equivalent. Clearance: Active DoD Secret clearance Certification: Security + certification or must obtain within 60 days of starting Proven experience as an Automation Test Engineer with a focus on web applications Proficiency in test automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or similar Strong programming skills, preferably in languages like Java, Python, or JavaScript Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD tools Solid understanding of web technologies and architecture Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Familiarity with Agile Methodologies and Kanban Framework Familiarity with DevOps principles and practices Prior working experience with Functional Testing, Integration Testing, System Acceptance Testing, and User Acceptance Testing phases Experience developing repeatable test procedures, executing tests, recording results, and working with developers to identify and resolve issues Proficiency with open-source automation tools (Selenium Web Driver, Cucumber, Gherkin) Assist in coding an automated framework Desired Qualifications Experience with scripting in one or more languages (UNIX based scripting, Python) Experience with SCM solutions such as (GitLab, Artifactory) Familiarity with LoadRunner, Gitlab, Artifactory, jFrog, Amazon Cloud Services, HTML, XML, ServiceNow Testing certifications (e.g., ISTQB, Selenium WebDriver) Experience with API testing tools and frameworks Knowledge of performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter) Proficiency with Java programming language Working experience with AI/ML data and testing Peraton Overview Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure. Target Salary Range $86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. EEO EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.