Posted today
Top Secret
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$120,000 - $150,000
IT - QA and Test
Huntsville, AL•Reston, VA•Washington, DC•Colorado Springs, CO•Tampa, FL
Top Secret clearance required. $3,000 Relocation to Huntsville, Alabama. Work performed onsite at Redstone Arsenal.
Test Engineer – Backend Software Automation
Kforce seeks a seasoned Mid Level Test Engineer to lead backend software testing and automation for transformative government initiatives. You’ll architect, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks using Selenium, Cucumber, and related tools in Java, .NET, and C# environments, leveraging AWS for scalable solutions. Your work will directly support IT modernization, national security, and law enforcement missions.
Responsibilities:
• Design and execute automated test strategies for high-performance, large-scale systems
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement advanced test tools and methodologies
• Develop, maintain, and upgrade automated test scripts and frameworks (Selenium, Cucumber, etc.)
• Conduct backend, API, and database testing, including complex SQL queries
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum environments
• Analyze test results, document defects, and provide root-cause analysis with remediation guidance
• Review government test plans and ensure compliance with technical standards
• Support DevOps pipelines (CI/CD) using Jenkins, Docker, and Ansible
• Prepare and deliver detailed test reports and progress updates
Qualifications:
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in backend software testing and automation
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of degree
• Hands-on expertise with Selenium, Cucumber, and related automation tools
• Strong AWS and CI/CD pipeline experience
• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills
• Must meet eligibility for access to classified information
Test Engineer – Backend Software Automation
Kforce seeks a seasoned Mid Level Test Engineer to lead backend software testing and automation for transformative government initiatives. You’ll architect, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks using Selenium, Cucumber, and related tools in Java, .NET, and C# environments, leveraging AWS for scalable solutions. Your work will directly support IT modernization, national security, and law enforcement missions.
Responsibilities:
• Design and execute automated test strategies for high-performance, large-scale systems
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement advanced test tools and methodologies
• Develop, maintain, and upgrade automated test scripts and frameworks (Selenium, Cucumber, etc.)
• Conduct backend, API, and database testing, including complex SQL queries
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum environments
• Analyze test results, document defects, and provide root-cause analysis with remediation guidance
• Review government test plans and ensure compliance with technical standards
• Support DevOps pipelines (CI/CD) using Jenkins, Docker, and Ansible
• Prepare and deliver detailed test reports and progress updates
Qualifications:
• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in backend software testing and automation
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an additional 4 years of experience in lieu of degree
• Hands-on expertise with Selenium, Cucumber, and related automation tools
• Strong AWS and CI/CD pipeline experience
• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills
• Must meet eligibility for access to classified information
group id: kforcecx
We offer roles across all three clearance levels: Confidential, Secret and Top Secret. With a Top Secret Facilities clearance, a proven subcontractor track record and a deep understanding of agencies across Defense, Intelligence, Homeland, Justice and Federal Civilian Sectors, Kforce brings more than 20 years of experience to supporting critical missions at federal, state and local levels.
