Automated Test Engineer (Remote - US)

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Automated Test Engineer in the United States.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented software professional with a strong background in automated testing and quality assurance. The Automated Test Engineer will design, develop, and maintain test scripts to ensure high-quality software releases, supporting continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, including developers and Scrum teams, to enhance test coverage, detect defects early, and improve overall software reliability. Candidates will work in a structured, mission-driven environment where security, performance, and compliance are top priorities. Strong scripting skills, knowledge of test automation frameworks, and familiarity with Agile processes are key to success in this role.

Accountabilities

As an Automated Test Engineer, you will:

• Develop, execute, and maintain automated test scripts for functional, performance, and security testing.
• Convert manual test scripts to automated scripts within established timeframes.
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines using approved tools such as Checkmarx, ACAS, CAST, or Jenkins.
• Perform regression, performance, and interoperability testing before software releases.
• Maintain traceability of all tests to requirements and keep test artifacts under configuration control.
• Collaborate with Scrum teams to identify automation opportunities and improve test coverage.
• Support third-party verification and provide performance testing scripts as required.
• Participate in defect triage, root cause analysis, and backlog refinement related to testing outcomes.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Active Secret clearance required.
• IAT-II certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of software quality assurance experience, including 2+ years in automated testing.
• Proficiency with automated testing frameworks and tools such as Selenium, JUnit, or similar.
• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity requirements and secure coding standards.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
• Strong scripting skills in languages such as Python or JavaScript.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in distributed teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Remote or on-site flexibility depending on project requirements.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement plan options with company contributions.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and certification.
• Exposure to mission-critical government software systems and cutting-edge testing technologies.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!