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InterImage, Inc.

Automation Test Engineer

Pay: $114,375–$174,233/yr

Posted: 6 days ago

Location: Columbia, MD (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/11/2026

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What they do

A Software QA Engineer or Tester designs and runs in-depth diagnostic tests to evaluate software and check for problems before new products are marketed. Pilots software and applies tests to check for errors and glitches.

$106,248 / year median in Maryland

-24% projected decline

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Job Description

We have an immediate need for an Automated Test Engineer to support a data distribution and validation system and to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, passionate about software quality, and has a strong background in developing robust automated test suites. This role involves close collaboration with a cross-functional Agile team of software developers, system engineers, and product owners to validate functional enhancements and support the ongoing modernization of authoring and dissemination tools.

Salary:

114,375 - 174,233 Active Security Clearance with

Poly Required Responsibilities:

Test Automation Design & Development:

Independently design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable automated UI and API test scripts utilizing Cypress.

Test Execution & Reporting:

Execute automated test suites, analyze results, troubleshoot failures, and comprehensively document defects and testing metrics.

Integration & Delivery:

Partner with DevOps and software engineers to integrate automated testing seamlessly into the CI/CD pipeline (e.g., GitLab CI/CD) to ensure continuous quality and rapid feedback.

Collaboration:

Participate actively in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, demos) and work with the team to understand functional requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage for all new features and bug fixes.

Requirements Required Technical Skills:

Proven experience designing, writing, and maintaining automated tests using Cypress. Please ensure automation experience is specifically described on resume. Proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript for test script development. Experience testing modern web applications, RESTful microservices, and APIs. Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Practical experience with Agile software development methodologies and collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence. Experience with version control systems (Git).

Desired Technical Skills:

Experience configuring and integrating automated tests within CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI/CD). Familiarity with Cloud-based architecture and deployment (Amazon Web Services). Basic understanding of containerization (Docker) to test applications in consistent environments. Familiarity with domain knowledge surrounding government agency reporting and dissemination policies.