Mid-Level Test Engineer - DevOps & Quality Assurance

Summary

Data Intelligence is an established small business supporting critical government missions through system development, systems engineering, cybersecurity, and analytical and logistics support. The Mid-Level Test Engineer will develop, execute, maintain, and automate test plans, analyze results, troubleshoot defects, and support software quality and release readiness for prototypes and data-processing projects. The role collaborates with developers, DevOps engineers, QA personnel, and technical stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute, maintain, and automate test plans for software applications and data-processing projects
• Analyze test results, identify defects, troubleshoot issues, and work with development teams to drive defects through resolution
• Design and maintain automated testing solutions using modern test frameworks and CI/CD tools
• Support automated testing of mature prototypes and data projects prior to operational transition
• Document test results, defects, test coverage, and quality metrics
• Progress toward independently executing assigned testing activities and delivering results by the six-month mid-program review
• Collaborate with developers, DevOps engineers, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and transition partners to support software quality and release readiness

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
• 5-10 years of professional test engineering or software quality assurance experience
• Strong experience developing, executing, and automating software test plans
• Experience with Cypress, CI/CD tools, PyTest, and/or similar automated testing frameworks
• Experience troubleshooting software defects and analyzing test results to identify root causes
• Familiarity with automated testing of software prototypes, data-processing applications, or similar technical systems
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Self-driven with the ability to work independently, manage assigned tasks, and meet established deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams
• Demonstrated ability to progressively assume independent responsibility for testing activities
• Active Secret security clearance required
• Ability to work in McLean, VA; Huntsville, AL; or remotely, as required by the program

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
• 5-10 years of professional test engineering or software quality assurance experience
• Strong experience developing, executing, and automating software test plans
• Experience with Cypress, CI/CD tools, PyTest, and/or similar automated testing frameworks
• Experience troubleshooting software defects and analyzing test results to identify root causes
• Familiarity with automated testing of software prototypes, data-processing applications, or similar technical systems
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Self-driven with the ability to work independently, manage assigned tasks, and meet established deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams
• Demonstrated ability to progressively assume independent responsibility for testing activities
• Active Secret security clearance required
• Ability to work in McLean, VA; Huntsville, AL; or remotely, as required by the program

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k
• PTO
• 11 paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement