
Automated Test Engineer (TLM - 006)
SageCor Solutions • Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States
**Role & seniority: ** QA/Test Automation Engineer (seniority not explicitly stated; “independently” design/develop/maintain indicates mid-level+).
**Stack/tools: **
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Test automation: Cypress
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Languages: JavaScript or TypeScript
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APIs/web: RESTful microservices, modern web apps, API testing
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CI/CD: GitLab CI/CD
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Dev tools/process: Agile, Jira, Confluence, Git
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Cloud/container (nice-to-have): AWS, Docker
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Security clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph required
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Top 3 responsibilities:
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Design, develop, and maintain scalable automated UI/API tests with Cypress.
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Run automated suites, analyze failures, troubleshoot, and document defects and test metrics.
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Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines and collaborate in Agile ceremonies to ensure coverage.
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Must-have skills:
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Demonstrated Cypress automation experience (must be specifically described on resume).
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Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript for test development.
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Experience testing modern web apps + RESTful microservices/APIs.
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Strong QA methodology/tool/process knowledge.
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Agile collaboration experience (Jira/Confluence) and Git version control.
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Nice-to-haves:
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CI/CD integration experience (e.g., GitLab CI/CD).
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Familiarity with AWS-based architectures/deployments.
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Basic Docker/containerization knowledge for consistent test environments.
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Familiarity with government agency reporting/dissemination p
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Full Description
Serving Maryland and the Greater Washington D.C. area, SageCor Solutions (SageCor) is a growing company bringing complete engineering services and true full lifecycle System Engineering services to areas requiring (or desiring) nationally-recognized expertise in high performance computing, large data analytics and cutting edge information technologies. Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph required.
Responsibilities
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Test Automation Design & Development: Independently design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable automated UI and API test scripts utilizing Cypress.
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Test Execution & Reporting: Execute automated test suites, analyze results, troubleshoot failures, and comprehensively document defects and testing metrics.
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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.
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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.
Required Technical Skills
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Proven experience designing, writing, and maintaining automated tests using Cypress. Please ensure automation experience is specifically described on resume.
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Proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript for test script development.
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Experience testing modern web applications, RESTful microservices, and APIs.
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Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
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Practical experience with Agile software development methodologies and collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence.
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Experience with version control systems (Git).
Desired Technical Skills
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Experience configuring and integrating automated tests within CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI/CD).
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Familiarity with Cloud-based architecture and deployment (Amazon Web Services).
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Basic understanding of containerization (Docker) to test applications in consistent environments.
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Familiarity with domain knowledge surrounding government agency reporting and dissemination policies.
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[Up to 2 days/week telework]
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Consistent with federal and state law where SageCor conducts business, SageCor Solutions provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other protected class.