Job Requirements
San Diego, CA Panama City Beach, FL Charleston, SC Stafford, VA
Secret Polygraph not specified
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$140,000 - $195,000
Job Description
DHI Group is hiring a Senior Test Automation Framework (TAF) Developer to support a classified Department of Defense program. This role is focused on the design, development, and sustainment of automated test frameworks that integrate into DevOps pipelines and support system verification and validation in secure, classified environments.
The ideal candidate is a hands‑on developer with a strong background in test automation, frameworks, and CI/CD integration, and experience operating within DoD or classified systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain robust Test Automation Frameworks (TAF) supporting mission‑critical systems
Implement and integrate automated test solutions within existing CI/CD and DevOps pipelines
Develop test scripts, utilities, and tooling using Python, Bash, Java, or similar languages
Collaborate with software engineers, DevOps teams, and system engineers to embed automated testing throughout the development lifecycle
Analyze test results, troubleshoot failures, and improve automation reliability and test coverage
Support testing activities within classified and security‑restricted environments
Contribute to documentation, standards, and continuous process improvements
Required Qualifications
7+ years of experience in software development, test automation engineering, or related roles
Demonstrated experience building or maintaining Test Automation Frameworks (TAF)
Proficiency in one or more languages: Python, Bash, Java, or similar
Experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines
Active Secret clearance (required at time of hire)
Ability to work onsite at one of the listed locations
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience supporting DoD programs or working in classified environments
Familiarity with DevOps tools, automated testing platforms, and secure software development practices
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently in mission‑driven environments
Why DHI Group
Support high‑impact national security and defense missions
Work with experienced engineering teams on technically challenging systems
Long‑term program stability within classified environments
The ideal candidate is a hands‑on developer with a strong background in test automation, frameworks, and CI/CD integration, and experience operating within DoD or classified systems.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain robust Test Automation Frameworks (TAF) supporting mission‑critical systems
Implement and integrate automated test solutions within existing CI/CD and DevOps pipelines
Develop test scripts, utilities, and tooling using Python, Bash, Java, or similar languages
Collaborate with software engineers, DevOps teams, and system engineers to embed automated testing throughout the development lifecycle
Analyze test results, troubleshoot failures, and improve automation reliability and test coverage
Support testing activities within classified and security‑restricted environments
Contribute to documentation, standards, and continuous process improvements
Required Qualifications
7+ years of experience in software development, test automation engineering, or related roles
Demonstrated experience building or maintaining Test Automation Frameworks (TAF)
Proficiency in one or more languages: Python, Bash, Java, or similar
Experience integrating automation into CI/CD pipelines
Active Secret clearance (required at time of hire)
Ability to work onsite at one of the listed locations
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience supporting DoD programs or working in classified environments
Familiarity with DevOps tools, automated testing platforms, and secure software development practices
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently in mission‑driven environments
Why DHI Group
Support high‑impact national security and defense missions
Work with experienced engineering teams on technically challenging systems
Long‑term program stability within classified environments
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