QA Engineer and Tester

Summary

Blu Omega supports mission-focused organizations across the federal healthcare sector by delivering solutions for application modernization and software quality. The QA Engineer and Tester will ensure enterprise applications and data platforms are stable, secure, and validated through automated and manual testing, cloud-based test environments, CI/CD integration, and quality analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated testing frameworks for web applications, APIs, and data platforms
• Build scalable cloud-based test environments using AWS, Azure, Docker, or similar technologies
• Apply AI-enabled testing techniques, such as GitHub Copilot and agentic UI automation, to accelerate validation efforts
• Perform automated and manual testing, including functional, regression, usability, user acceptance testing, and API validation
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test scripts, and validation strategies for enterprise applications and data platforms
• Implement and support CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Bitbucket, Jenkins, or similar tools
• Integrate automated testing into CI/CD workflows to enable continuous validation and release quality improvement
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, Product Owners, and QA team members to identify defects and optimize testing coverage
• Analyze testing results, identify quality risks, and recommend improvements
• Maintain detailed documentation of test cases, defect reports, test results, and quality metrics
• Mentor junior QA team members and promote automation best practices
• Ensure applications meet functional, security, performance, and accessibility standards

Skills

• 4+ years of experience designing, developing, and maintaining automated testing frameworks
• 4+ years of programming or scripting experience using Python, Java, Groovy, SQL, or Bash
• 2+ years supporting CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Bitbucket, Jenkins, or similar
• Hands-on experience developing and executing automated API tests
• Experience building scalable test environments using cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or Docker
• Experience applying AI-powered QA tools such as GitHub Copilot or agentic UI automation
• Strong understanding of test methodologies, quality engineering practices, and SDLC
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in Agile environments with cross-functional teams
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, information technology, or a related field
• Experience testing data pipelines, data platforms, or solutions built within Palantir Foundry
• Experience with MuleSoft, API platforms, enterprise integrations, or middleware technologies
• Knowledge of human-centered design, usability testing, and Section 508 compliance
• Experience supporting federal government or healthcare environments
• Mentoring junior QA professionals and contributing to quality standards

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 4+ years of experience designing, developing, and maintaining automated testing frameworks
• 4+ years of programming or scripting experience using Python, Java, Groovy, SQL, or Bash
• 2+ years supporting CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Bitbucket, Jenkins, or similar
• Hands-on experience developing and executing automated API tests
• Experience building scalable test environments using cloud technologies such as AWS, Azure, or Docker
• Experience applying AI-powered QA tools such as GitHub Copilot or agentic UI automation
• Strong understanding of test methodologies, quality engineering practices, and SDLC
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in Agile environments with cross-functional teams
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability/Fitness determination
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, information technology, or a related field

Nice to Haves

• Experience testing data pipelines, data platforms, or solutions built within Palantir Foundry
• Experience with MuleSoft, API platforms, enterprise integrations, or middleware technologies
• Knowledge of human-centered design, usability testing, and Section 508 compliance
• Experience supporting federal government or healthcare environments
• Mentoring junior QA professionals and contributing to quality standards

Benefits

• Remote work environment
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage through national providers
• 401(k) with company match (eligible after 6 months; vesting applies)
• Company-paid Life and AD&D insurance with additional voluntary options
• Short-term disability (company-paid) and long-term disability options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support and mental health resources
• Telehealth and virtual care options available through medical plans
• Pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for eligible employees
• Paid federal holidays for salaried employees
• Access to wellness programs, discounts, and lifestyle benefits