Junior Automation Tester

Summary

Sparksoft Corporation is an IT solutions company serving government clients through technology innovation and delivery. The Junior Automation Tester will develop and maintain automated testing scripts and frameworks, execute API, functional, integration, performance, and regression testing, and collaborate with Agile teams to resolve defects and improve application quality.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using BRUNO, Selenium, and Postman
• Create and maintain test suites using Scala, JavaScript, SQL, and basic Python
• Develop and enhance Gatling performance testing simulations and frameworks
• Convert manual test cases into automated test scripts to improve test coverage
• Maintain regression test suites to ensure application stability and data integrity
• Execute API, functional, integration, and regression testing activities
• Collaborate with Agile teams during sprint planning, testing, and defect resolution
• Support and enhance existing automation testing frameworks
• Evaluate and leverage AI-assisted testing tools, Code Assist, and Generative AI capabilities
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve testing issues and defects

Skills

• 3+ years of experience in Test Automation and Quality Engineering
• Hands-on experience with BRUNO, Selenium, Postman, and Gatling
• Proficiency in Scala, JavaScript, and SQL
• Basic knowledge of Python
• Experience with API, functional, integration, and regression testing
• Intermediate knowledge of the Spring Application Framework
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong analytical, debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance
• Candidates must have lived in the United States 3 out of the past 5 years
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience supporting CMS or Federal Healthcare projects
• Experience with AI-assisted testing tools and Generative AI technologies
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps testing practices
• Experience with AWS cloud testing environments

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 3+ years of experience in Test Automation and Quality Engineering
• Hands-on experience with BRUNO, Selenium, Postman, and Gatling
• Proficiency in Scala, JavaScript, and SQL
• Basic knowledge of Python
• Experience with API, functional, integration, and regression testing
• Intermediate knowledge of the Spring Application Framework
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Strong analytical, debugging, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance
• Candidates must have lived in the United States 3 out of the past 5 years
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field

Nice to Haves

• Experience supporting CMS or Federal Healthcare projects
• Experience with AI-assisted testing tools and Generative AI technologies
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps testing practices
• Experience with AWS cloud testing environments

Benefits

• A 401(k) with employer contributions to help you plan for the future
• Flexible paid time off
• Hybrid ways of working that support true work-life balance
• Comprehensive health coverage—including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• A curated in-office experience designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
• Opportunities to give back through Sparksoft Cares, including annual company-wide fundraising events
• Training and development programs that build new skills and prepare you for leadership roles
• A collaborative, transparent, and fun culture—recognized as a Great Place to Work®