Test Automation Engineer Anivas Tech LLC Kettering - MD - US Apply here: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=3cc50ad083b056aa Description: Anivas Tech is seeking a Test Automation Engineer to support our government agency IT operations. We are looking for a skilled professional with 5+ years of relevant experience who brings strong technical expertise and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in a mission-driven, high-visibility environment. Requirements: * Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and test suites for web, API, and backend systems * Collaborate with development, DevOps, and business analysis teams to integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines * Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and regression suites to validate functional and non-functional requirements * Perform performance, load, and security testing as part of the overall quality assurance strategy * Identify, document, and track defects through to resolution using standard defect management tools * Support shift-left testing practices by embedding quality activities early in the software development lifecycle * Analyze test results, generate reports, and communicate quality metrics and risks to project stakeholders * Maintain test environments and test data management practices to support repeatable automated test execution * Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements to test tooling, methodologies, and coverage * Contribute to documentation of test strategies, automation architecture, and quality standards * US citizen with ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field; 5 additional years of relevant experience accepted in lieu of degree * 5+ years of experience in software quality assurance with a focus on test automation * Proficiency in at least one automation framework (Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, RestAssured, or equivalent) * Experience with at least one programming or scripting language (Python, Java, JavaScript, or C#) * Hands-on experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or equivalent) * Familiarity with API testing tools (Postman, SoapUI, or equivalent) * Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in identifying and reporting defects * Ability to work collaboratively in Agile/Scrum delivery teams * Experience in a federal government IT environment * Experience with performance testing tools (JMeter, Gatling, or equivalent) * ISTQB or equivalent QA certification * Agile, SAFe, or BDD/TDD methodology experience * Familiarity with accessibility testing standards (Section 508, WCAG) "Anivas Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected characteristics as defined by law."