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Hourly Automation Testing Jobs in Reston, VA (NOW HIRING)

Required Skills & Experience Quality Engineering / Manual Testing / Automation Testing • Experience owning test strategy, test plans, and test execution across SIT, UAT, and regression. • Hands ...

Mobile Automation Tester

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

From requirement through final testing, you will be responsible for designing, building, and ... Able to report mobile automation test results in a readable and consumer level format * Able to ...

Mobile Automation Tester

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

From requirement through final testing, you will be responsible for designing, building, and ... Able to report mobile automation test results in a readable and consumer level format * Able to ...

Tosca Test Lead

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$50.75 - $69.25/hr

Contract * Lead the automation testing team to design develop and maintain automated tests using Tricentis Tosca * Proven experience in leading onsite offshore teams with a strong emphasis on ...

Tosca Test Lead (Bethesda, MD)

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$50.75 - $69.25/hr

Lead the automation testing team to design develop and maintain automated tests using Tricentis Tosca. Proven experience in leading onsite offshore teams with a strong emphasis on collaboration and ...

Tosca Test Lead

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$50.75 - $69.25/hr

* Lead the automation testing team to design develop and maintain automated tests using Tricentis Tosca. * Proven experience in leading onsite offshore teams with a strong emphasis on collaboration and ...

Tosca Test Lead (Bethesda, MD)

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$50.75 - $69.25/hr

* Lead the automation testing team to design develop and maintain automated tests using Tricentis Tosca. * Proven experience in leading onsite offshore teams with a strong emphasis on collaboration and ...

Software Automation Tester

Reston, VA

$47.75 - $63.25/hr

We specialize in in Independent Verification and Validation, Test Automation and DevOps, Static ... Create logs to document testing phases and defects * Report bugs and errors to development teams

Must have 4+ years of experience as an automation tester * Must have experience in developing automated application test scripts with industry tools, preferably Selenium (Experience in UFT is s plus)

Software Automation Tester

Reston, VA · On-site

$47.75 - $63.25/hr

We specialize in in Independent Verification and Validation, Test Automation and DevOps, Static ... Create logs to document testing phases and defects * Report bugs and errors to development teams

Sr Test Automation Engineer

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$76K - $142K/yr

Design, build, and maintain scalable, reusable automated testing frameworks using Java, Selenium ... Test Automation Execution: Translate manual test cases, user stories, and acceptance criteria into ...

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CredentialsBasic knowledge of automation tools, scripting skillsTesting fundamentals, attention to detail
Work EnvironmentTest automation frameworks, scripting environmentsTest cases execution, user scenario testing
Industry UsageSoftware development, QA teamsSoftware testing, QA teams
Search & ComparisonOften compared for efficiency and cost-effectiveness

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QA Analyst & Automation Specialist

QA Analyst & Automation Specialist

CMT Services Inc

Hyattsville, MD • On-site

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Re-posted 28 days ago


Job description

Salary:

ABOUT US:

CMT Services Inc. is a dynamic and small business supporting Federal, State, and Local government agencies. As an SBA-certified HUBZone, Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB), we deliver quality, professional services to supportthe missions and strategic business goals of our clients.

PositionTitle: QA Analyst & Automation Specialist

Location:

University of Maryland Global Campus

3501 University Blvd. East

Adelphi, MD 20783


Period of Performance:

1 year

40 hours per week (no overtime).


Position Summary: UMGC We are seeking a versatile QA Analyst & Automation Specialist with a strong foundation in both manual and automated testing to join our dynamic quality assurance team. This hybrid role combines hands-on automation expertise with business-facing analytical skills to ensure the delivery of high-quality SaaS and integrated applications. The ideal candidate will be proactive, technically adept, and collaborative across cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze and review business and technical requirements, ensuring clarity, completeness, and testability.
  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test suites using Playwright (TypeScript) and Java-based frameworks for UI and API validation.
  • Execute functionality, integration, regression, and performance testing across SaaS platforms and backend systems.
  • Support and facilitate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) with business stakeholders, including demos and walkthroughs.
  • Build and maintain scalable automation frameworks integrated with CI/CD pipelines for continuous testing and feedback.
  • Conduct API testing using tools like Postman, validate backend data using SQL, and ensure compliance with OpenAPI/Swagger
  • Create and execute performance testing using JMeter for both UI and APIs.
  • Identify, document, and track defects, collaborating closely with development and product teams for resolution.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test documentation.
  • Participate actively in Agile ceremonies and contribute to evolving QA processes and best practices.
  • Evaluate and implement new automation and AI tools to enhance productivity and test coverage.

Required Skills

  • Strong experience with Java-based automation frameworks and Playwright with TypeScript.
  • Proficient in API testing, backend validation, and performance testing using
  • Experience testing SaaS applications, including integrations and workflows.
  • Skilled integrating automation with CI/CD tools (e.g., Git).
  • Familiarity with MuleSoft Anypoint, OpenAPI, and Swagger
  • Comfortable with version control systems and command-line execution of test scripts.
  • Proficient in defect tracking and test management tools.
  • Experience with OnBase workflows and DocuSign is a plus


Analytical & Agile Skills

  • Ability to critically evaluate UI/API requirements and ask insightful questions.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail in both manual and automated testing.
  • Demonstrated success in Agile environments with adaptability to changing priorities.


Communication & Collaboration

  • Excellent communicator capable of translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
  • Effective collaborator across distributed teams and business stakeholders.
  • Proactive in driving quality improvements and maintaining thorough documentation.
  • Enthusiasm for continuous learning and integrating AI tools into QA practices.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Minimum 57 years of QA experience, with a blend of manual and automation testing.
  • Proven track record in framework development, UAT support, and SaaS testing.

Join Our Team:

AtCMT Services, we believe that extraordinary results come from empowering exceptional people. If you're ready to lead innovative projects, solve complex challenges, and contribute to meaningful infrastructure development while advancing your career in a supportive, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

Disclaimer:

By submitting your resume for this job posting, you authorize CMT Services, Inc. to forward your resume to all applicable internal and external managers, agencies, and recruitment personnel for review and consideration to hire.