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Software Test Engineer

Shield Consulting Solutions, Inc.
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2026
  • Active TS/SCI w/Polygraph REQUIRED** Please do not apply if you do not currently possess this level of clearance.

Telework: None

Basic Requirements

  • 20 years experience as a system engineer
  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline
    • 5 additional years of experience as a system engineer may be substituted for a degree
Job Description

  • Software Test Engineer Level will design and implement automated tests for web applications.
  • Ideal candidate will have experience with automated and manual testing.

Required Experience

  • Understanding of how to construct Gherkin to capture the desired behavior of a system
  • Ability to develop and maintain automated test cases
  • Ability to analyze and interpret test results
  • Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve automation issues
  • Ability to occasionally perform manual test verification
  • Ability to participate in cross-disciplinary teams
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills for coordination with teammates in building automation frameworks

Desired Experience

  • Knowledge of test automation tools or willingness to learn (e.g., Cucumber, Selenium)
  • Experience writing tests in programming languages or willingness to learn (e.g., Python, Java)
  • Understanding of web technologies or willingness to learn (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Experience working with databases (e.g., SQL)
  • Experience designing and implementing automated systems to perform software testing
  • Experience identifying and replicating errors in automation scripts
  • Experience planning, executing, and analyzing test data to verify the performance and efficiency of system

Salary: $235,000 - $245,000 annually

Excellent benefits package including 25 days PTO, 11 paid holidays, 100% employer-paid healthcare for employees and dependents – available day 1, 8% 401(k) employer match – immediate vesting.

Disclaimer: The salary range provided is an estimate based on current market conditions and may be adjusted based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. The final salary offer will be determined after a thorough review of the candidate's background and alignment with the role. Please note that this range is subject to change and should be considered as a guideline rather than a definitive figure.

Shield Consulting Solutions is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a full time position

Salary : $235,000 - $245,000

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