Senior Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Evolver Federal is seeking a Senior Automation Engineer (SDET) to design, develop, and lead the implementation of end-to-end automated regression testing frameworks for Spring Boot / React-based applications running in AWS ECS. These applications integrate through REST APIs and JMS (SQS) messaging.

The primary goal of this position is to build robust, scalable, and maintainable automated regression test suites that execute across different layers of the system and integrate seamlessly into Jenkins CI/CD pipelines.

This role requires a hands-on developer-tester who can both build frameworks and mentor others, guiding development and QA teams on automation best practices, framework design, and execution strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated regression testing frameworks for Spring Boot / React applications.
• Implement automation for REST APIs, UI, and JMS (SQS) message flows.
• Develop Jenkins pipelines for automated regression execution-both standalone and integrated within build and deploy processes.
• Support different levels of regression testing: Surface testing: quick, high-level verifications for deployments. Detailed testing: full regression coverage for validation cycles.
• Ensure all test suites perform automated cleanup (test data, environment, containers) after execution.
• Collaborate closely with developers and DevOps engineers to embed test automation into the SDLC.
• Design and maintain data-driven and hybrid test frameworks in Java using TestNG, JUnit, or similar tools.
• Build automated test scripts for both functional and non-functional validation (API, UI, database, and performance).
• Conduct performance and load testing using JMeter or equivalent tools.
• Maintain test data, environment configurations, and reusable components for consistent regression execution.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues uncovered during automated test runs; identify root causes in collaboration with development teams.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to developers and QA engineers in automation practices and framework usage.
• Participate in continuous improvement of QA processes, tools, and standards.
• Support user acceptance and production validation as part of release readiness activities.

Basic Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in software testing and automation development.
• 3 years of programming experience in Java, including exception handling, object-oriented design, and reusable code creation.
• 3 years of experience in Selenium WebDriver, Playwright, TestNG/JUnit, RestAssured, or JMeter.
• 3 years of experience with test case management systems such as TestRail.
• 5 years of experience automating REST APIs, UI, and JMS/SQS messaging workflows.
• 3 years of experience with Page Object Model (POM) and modular automation architecture.
• 3 years of experience with Jenkins, Maven/Gradle, and Git.
• 3 years of experience building and integrating automated test pipelines within CI/CD environments.
• 2 years of experience with containerized applications (Docker, ECS).
• 5 years of experience with database testing, ETL, and data validation.
• 5 years of experience with continuous integration and deployment principles.
• 2 years of experience with AWS services (ECS, S3, SQS) for test integration and environment setup.
• 2 years of experience with JIRA, Confluence, and related lifecycle tools.
• Must be able to pass a CMS Public Trust background investigation which includes having have lived in the United States for at least 3 of the last 5 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with federal health IT systems or CMS projects.
• Experience leading test automation modernization efforts or building frameworks from the ground up.
• Experience testing in microservices and distributed environments.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Proven ability to mentor other testers and developers in automation design and execution.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, iterative development environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, guide others, and drive automation initiatives.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, guide others, and drive automation initiatives.
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.
• Effective communicator and technical mentor.
• Results-driven with a focus on automation excellence and reliability.

Evolver Federal is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all job seekers. It is the policy of Evolver Federal not to discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, age, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic factors, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, or any other factor protected by law.

Actual salary will depend on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, market and work location. Evolver Federal offers competitive benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies.