Description

We are currently seeking a motivated and energetic Automation Engineer to join our team in Alexandria, VA to begin an exciting and challenging career.

The Automation Engineer will develop automation test cases using Java to verify the processing of incoming and outgoing messages and storing the end state data in the database. The candidate will be responsible for developing and testing Java code as dictated by project requirement.

Job Responsibilities â€“

Write automation test scripts using Java
Generating test data and performing Data Validation by writing SQL queries
Data interface message testing preferably with XML message set
Developing SQL or Unix scripts for test data generation or test harness automation
Implement automated testing during feature development to facilitate integration, regression, functional and system testing of applications and services Verifying results and producing test summaries and defect reports
Identify functional and performance defects and requirement discrepancies; generate defect Jira tickets and reporting discrepancies
Use modern software engineering IDEs including Eclipse, IntelliJ, etc. for design, development, and testing the software
Work with the project team using an Agile approach to understand and document test cases in JIRA

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience â€“

Bachelors in Computer Science or related field
9+ Years of relevant technical experience (prior experience as a developer is a plus)
Experience with Java
Experience with one of the following Test Management Software Tools: TestNG, Selenium and Jira
Write SQL queries with clear understanding of relational databases.
Ability to understand data models and write test scripts based on the data model
Ability to generate test data and perform validation
Proven ability to develop, execute and maintain automated test suites across multiple environments: backend applications, middleware, desktop, and web service testing using Soap UI with basic XML knowledge.
Evaluate test results, report and manage defects
Strong written/oral communication skills and problem-solving skills; ability to communicate information to a variety of groups at different technical skill levels
Experience working in an agile development environment

Additional Preferred Skills and Experience â€“

Experience with test automation for applications running in the cloud (AWS or equivalent cloud providers)
Experience in all stages of application testing, especially backend testing, functional, usability, regression, load/stress and performance testing

Prior software development experience is a plus.
Experience with XML a plus.
Ability to work in a high-pressured, tight-deadline environment.
Strong collaboration skills.
Strong initiative: must be able to take a high-level requirement, ask questions/seek clarifications, and get the job done.

Target salary range: $145,001 - $155,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.

Overview

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.

We are more than 26,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a respectful work culture based on diversity, equity, and inclusion that values all contributors. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.

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