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Lead Manual and Automation Tester, Scrum Master

Pinnacle Method Consulting United States

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Posted Nov 15, 2025

Role & seniority

  • Software Developer / DevSecOps-focused role, mid-level (3–5 years’ experience)

Stack/tools

Core: Docker, Jenkins, GitLab

Practices: Agile methodologies, SDLC

Architectures: API-centric, microservices, cloud-friendly designs

Additional/tools (preferred): Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, ALM, Change/Configuration Management tools (VersionOne, ServiceNow), Kubernetes, performance tuning, observability

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Design, code, test, and debug programs, independently or with a team

  • Participate in project planning to determine programming and hardware needs; prepare specifications

  • Ensure adherence to development standards and maintain system compatibility; revise/update programs and documentation; maintain stakeholder communication

Must-have skills

  • 3–5 years in technology/software development

  • 2+ years in Agile and SDLC practices

  • Experience with DevSecOps, secure coding, and Solutions Development Framework (Docker, Jenkins, GitLab)

  • Experience with API-centric, microservices, cloud-friendly designs

  • Eligibility: US citizen or US permanent resident; able to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance

Nice-to-haves

  • Accredited degree in a relevant field

  • Experience with Change/Configuration Management tools (VersionOne, ServiceNow)

  • Application lifecycle management (ALM)

  • Familiarity with Kubernetes, performance tuning, high observability

  • Experience designing event/message-based services using a message queue (e.g., Apache Kafka)

Full Description

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Employer Industry: Technology Development Services for Federal Government

Why Consider This Job Opportunity

Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization Work remotely from anywhere in the United States Engage in innovative projects utilizing the latest technologies in a DevSecOps environment Competitive salary with opportunities for annual extensions Collaborate with a skilled team and contribute to significant federal projects Chance to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance

What To Expect (Job Responsibilities)

Participate in project planning to determine programming and hardware needs, and assist in preparing programming specifications Design, code, test, and debug computer programs, either independently or as part of a team Ensure adherence to development standards, procedures, and processes while maintaining systems compatibility Maintain communication with team leaders, customers, contractors, and vendors to monitor project progress Revise and update computer programs and documentation as necessary

What Is Required (Qualifications)

Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in technology or software development Working knowledge (2+ years' experience) of Agile Methodologies and SDLC practices Familiarity with DevSecOps, Secure Coding practices, and Solutions Development Framework (Docker, Jenkins, GitLab) Experience with API-centric, microservices, and cloud-friendly application designs Must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance and be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident

How To Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications)

Degree from an accredited College/University in a relevant field Knowledge/experience with Change Management and Configuration Management tools (VersionOne, ServiceNow, etc.) Experience with application lifecycle management (ALM) Familiarity with Kubernetes, performance tuning, and high observability principles Experience designing and developing event/message-based application services using a message queue (e.g., Apache Kafka)

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