Test Engineer with Security Clearance

Pelagic AI, LLC
1765 Greensboro Station Place, Tower 1, Suite 900, McLean VA 22102 USA
pelagicai.com | +1 703.665.1335

Test Engineer - (Mid-Level / Senior)

Date Posted: September 2024

Job Title: Test Engineer - (Mid-Level / Senior)
Req Number: 6000-509
Location(s): Herndon, VA
Position Type: Full-Time, W-2 Employment
Salary Range: $140,000 to $210,000 per year depending on relevant professional skills and experience.

Experience:

8+ years of relevant professional experience with Bachelor's, 6+ with Master's and 3+ with a PhD

Education:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline

Security:

Current / active TS/SCI clearance with CI polygraph or willingness to take one. Background investigation required, including a minimum of a criminal and credit check as well as at least three professional references.

Role Overview:

Pelagic AI is seeking a Test Engineer who is experienced in both manual and automated testing to support various test processes across different environments (low side and high side) within the KTIS program. You will be responsible for delivering formal test documentation and ensuring that our products are reliable and meet necessary standards. We are looking for someone who has hands-on experience with automated testing (front-end, back-end, and full end-to-end) and who can contribute to the selection and implementation of the right technologies to meet testing needs.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Execute manual and automated test processes in low side and high side environments
• Deliver formal test documentation and reports, ensuring that products meet the necessary reliability and quality standards
• Provide hands-on automated testing expertise for front-end, back-end, and full end-to-end processes
• Collaborate with software and system engineers to ensure comprehensive test coverage and efficient test execution
• Contribute to the selection and implementation of the right tools and technologies for testing needs

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have a current/active TS/SCI and be willing and able to pass a CI polygraph
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline (4 years of additional experience may be substituted for a degree)
• Willing to take on a hands-on role in testing processes
• 5+ years of experience in manual and automated testing
• Strong experience with automated testing tools and frameworks for front-end and back-end testing
• Experience delivering formal test documentation in a structured environment
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows operating environments
• Experience with Java programming
• Experience working in an Agile environment
• Must be willing to work on-site

An Excellent Candidate for this position will meet most of the following experience requirements:

• Experience with end-to-end automated testing
• Experience with continuous integration environments, particularly Jenkins
• Experience in cloud testing environments
• Proficient in static code analysis tools such as SonarQube
• Experience with Cypress for automated testing, including running tests during builds and nightly end-to-end tests
• Familiarity with Fortify for security testing and troubleshooting configurations in Jenkins
• Experience with DevOps pipelines, including validation tests, services, processes, and reporting through Confluence
• Understanding of unit testing practices and how to utilize available data effectively in low side environments

General personal traits we know will connect well with the team:

• Superior communication skills
• An ability to think on your feet and solve problems quickly
• Adaptability to learn new methodologies and technologies
• Comfortable working in an agile team environment
• Technology and methodology agnostic, but accepts using tools needed for the requirement
• Enjoys coaching and teaching

About Pelagic AI

Pelagic AI is AI Solutions delivered: from tech road maps to custom software. Pelagic AI was founded by industry visionaries, each boasting decades of experience in the AI landscape. Our roots trace back to the early days of data mining, and our journey has encompassed pioneering work in modeling and simulation, algorithmic development, data science, machine learning, and generative AI. With a collective wealth of knowledge and a commitment to innovation, our team has shaped the evolution of AI across various domains. Pelagic AI embodies this rich heritage, offering cutting-edge solutions driven by the deep expertise of its founders, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of AI advancements. Join our team using data to optimize environments and future-proof businesses. Our team has worked in the AI/ML sector for nearly 20 years. We represent true expertise in the field with operations and engagements for several Fortune 500 companies. Join us as we bring our client's teams to the next level!

Summary of Benefits

We expect each member of our team to fully engage creatively and work collaboratively and perform each day to the best of their ability. To support this, we have created a benefit package focused on professional growth, achieving a healthy work-life balance, and participation in the long-term success of the company. Our benefits include: generous paid time-off; an Employee Incentive Program (EIP); Internal Investment Projects (IIP), and other professional development activities; performance incentives that include spot bonuses and recruiting bonuses. Our plan is comprised of a 401k: 3% up front non-discretionary safe harbor contribution, 3% matched contribution (1:1 up to 3%), then discretionary profit sharing based on company annual performance; Medical/Dental/Vision coverage; Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Long & Short-term Disability; AD&D insurance; and Term Life Insurance. Each team member is also provided a benefits addendum that are added benefits tailored to your role to help you be more successful on day one.

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