Software Automation Engineer (Secret Clearance)

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking Software Automation Engineer to support a Visa Credentialing System for TSA in Colorado Springs, CO. The team is seeking an engineer skilled and interested in defining test requirements and validating software for an ongoing and critical TSA program.

Location: Colorado Springs, CO – on-site 1x a week  

Hours: Standard operating hours, 8-4

Clearance: Secret clearance, must be able to pass TSA background check (3-6 weeks) 

This job opens for applications on 12/18/2024. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

Responsibilities of the Software Automation Engineer: 

• Collaborate with developers, the professional services team, and product managers to define automated testing components for validating requirements against developed software.
• Possess 1-2 years of hands-on experience in automated test coding using Java (development experience with C++ or C# is also desirable).
• Have experience in analyzing automation results and generating automation result reports.
• Familiar with Functional Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, and User Acceptance Testing phases.   

Qualifications of the Software Automation Engineer: 

• Bachelors degree and 2+ years of experience in software testing, working with and supporting the development of an overall test plan and tailored test plans for each release
• Active Secret clearance, willing to obtain TSA clearance
• Must have experience using one or more of the following test management tools: Cucumber, Selenium, Rational Team Concert
•  Familiarity with API and regression testing
• Must have knowledge in REST/SOAP API design concepts with JSON/XML 

Compensation of the Software Automation Engineer: 

• Compensation: $75,000-$95,000 **based on years of experience**
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO/Holiday, Sick leave as required by law
• Hybrid work (90%) – remote 4x a week
•  Fully funded, long-term program (3+ years remaining)
• Contract mobility and job stability through Zachary Piper Solutions

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