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Test Engineer at Expression - QATestingJobs.com
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Test Engineer
Expression • United States
remotefull-time
Salary: $75,000 - $95,000 / year
Posted Feb 19, 2026
Role & seniority: Senior Test Engineer / Lead QA for a government web assets project (8+ years QA experience; 5+ years automation).
Stack/tools: WordPress CMS; UI & API automation (Gauge with Java + Selenium, Cucumber); ReadyAPI; MS SQL Server; Bitbucket; JIRA + Xray; Postman; CI/CD/build pipelines; Windows Server 2012/2016; test documentation tooling and Splunk for reports.
Top 3 responsibilities
Design, develop, maintain automated UI/API test scripts; create/maintain manual tests when needed.
Create, execute, and maintain test plans/cases; manage defects; coordinate with multiple dev teams; produce test reports and visualizations (Splunk).
Train others on automation concepts; gather/validate functional, performance, and load requirements; document process improvements and best practices.
Must-have skills: 8+ years structured QA experience; 5+ years automating tests; experience with Gauge (Java+Selenium) and API testing (ReadyAPI); programming in Java/.NET; MS SQL Server; Jira/Xray; Postman; CI/CD; agile environment; defect management; strong communication and analytical skills.
Nice-to-haves: 508 compliance testing; performance/load testing for CMS (WordPress/Drupal); automated visual regression; production code experience in Java, C#, .NET; WordPress experience; Unix/Linux system admin; SSRS; WordPress familiarity; ability to train small teams.
Location & work type: Remote in the United States; full-time contract/default remote work.
Full Description
Expression is seeking a highly skilled Test Engineer professional to support the Global Public Affairs Office of the US Department of State. The duties of this project team include the architecture, engineering, operations, development, UI/UX, user training and agile project management of their web assets hosted on cloud architecture running a content management system (WordPress). This position ensures that the functionality and performance of the site meets quality metrics goals in the most efficient manner possible.
Location
Remote in the United States
Responsibilities & Duties
Creating, maintenance and evaluation of software automation test scripts for both UI and API (including incorporation of dynamic test data) for a web site
Creating and maintaining manual test scripts when needed.
Conduct testing following a disciplined procedures and documentation (Test Strategy, Test Plan, Test Case, Results, Defect Analysis, Test Summary)
Ability to train others regarding automation test concepts; plus providing guidance and direction as needed.
Gathering and validating application functional/performance/load requirements
Creation and maintenance of test plans and test cases
Execution, as required, of manual and automated software testing in areas involving installation, functional, performance and load, integration, and regression testing.
Documentation of process improvements regarding best practices regarding test automation
Creation of test reports and test visualizations (Splunk)
Maintenance of all test documentation and results with results.
Coordination and prioritization of test development activities and the ability to work with multiple development teams and software projects are also critical for the selected candidate.
Management of defects within a corporate defect tracking system
Requirements
Minimum Public Trust (MRPT)
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science, Software Engineering, similar discipline, or equivalent work experience is required.
A minimum of 8+ years of structured software quality assurance engineering experience is required.
5+ years of hands-on experience with the development of automated test scripts, execution of test cases and reporting and dissemination of test results.
Experience with automated testing applications like Gauge (Java+Selenium, Cucumber)
Experience with API testing tools such as ReadyAPI.
Production software development experience with 2-3 structured programming languages such as .Net, Java and Pega.
Experience with quality assurance practices and testing methodologies
Experience with test plan and test case development and execution
Automation Test ScriptsUI TestingAPI TestingManual Test ScriptsTest StrategyTest PlanTest CaseDefect AnalysisTest SummaryPerformance TestingLoad TestingTest ReportsTest VisualizationsCI/CDAgile DevelopmentJIRA+ Xray
Experience with developing, executing, and maintaining automated test scripts.
Experience with MS SQL Server, BitBucket, JIRA+ Xray, Postman
Experience deploying in CI/CD and using Build Pipelines.
Demonstrated documentation and reporting experience.
Operating system management experience with Windows Server 2012/2016
Experience with commercial defect management systems
Experience training small teams regarding test engineering concepts.
Experience working within an Agile Development Environment
Experience with document management systems
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills
Basic understanding of program interfaces, services, databases, messaging, files systems, and other program objects.
Ability to troubleshoot independently both software and operating system level installation and configuration issues.
Desired Skills
508 Compliance testing
Performance & Load testing preferably on a Content Management System like Drupal or WordPress
Conduct automated visual regression testing using any tool.
Experience writing production JavaScript, HTML, XML, XSLT
Experience creating test visualizations using any automation tool
Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio 2015/2017
Experience writing production Java, C#, .NET.
System administration experience with Unix/Linux/Windows
Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
Experience with WordPress
Salary Range
$75,000 $95,000 depending on factors such as experience level, locality pay and the remote/hybrid/on-site schedule
Benefits
401k matching
PPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance
Education reimbursement
Complimentary life insurance
Generous PTO and holiday leave
Onsite office gym access
Commuter Benefits Plan
About Expression
Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression’s culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for our clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with our clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest-growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.
