# Automation Test Engineer

> InterImage · Columbia, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-29

**Salary:** USD 114,375–174,233

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

We have an immediate need for an Automated Test Engineer to support a data distribution and validation system and to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, passionate about software quality, and has a strong background in developing robust automated test suites. This role involves close collaboration with a cross-functional Agile team of software developers, system engineers, and product owners to validate functional enhancements and support the ongoing modernization of authoring and dissemination tools.

**Salary: 114,375 - 174,233**

**Active Security Clearance with Poly Required**

Responsibilities:

-   _Test Automation Design & Development:_ Independently design, develop, and maintain high-quality, scalable automated UI and API test scripts utilizing Cypress.
-   _Test Execution & Reporting:_ Execute automated test suites, analyze results, troubleshoot failures, and comprehensively document defects and testing metrics.
-   _Integration & Delivery:_ Partner with DevOps and software engineers to integrate automated testing seamlessly into the CI/CD pipeline (e.g., GitLab CI/CD) to ensure continuous quality and rapid feedback.
-   _Collaboration:_ Participate actively in Agile ceremonies (sprint planning, demos) and work with the team to understand functional requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage for all new features and bug fixes.

## Requirements

Required Technical Skills:

-   Proven experience designing, writing, and maintaining automated tests using Cypress. _Please ensure automation experience is specifically described on resume._
-   Proficiency in JavaScript or TypeScript for test script development.
-   Experience testing modern web applications, RESTful microservices, and APIs.
-   Strong understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
-   Practical experience with Agile software development methodologies and collaboration tools such as Jira and Confluence.
-   Experience with version control systems (Git).

Desired Technical Skills:

-   Experience configuring and integrating automated tests within CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab CI/CD).
-   Familiarity with Cloud-based architecture and deployment (Amazon Web Services).
-   Basic understanding of containerization (Docker) to test applications in consistent environments.
-   Familiarity with domain knowledge surrounding government agency reporting and dissemination policies.

## Apply

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