[Remote] Automated Software Test Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. T-Rex Solutions, LLC is a mid-tier business providing data-centric mission services to the Federal government. They are seeking an Automated Software Test Engineer to support the development of products using cutting-edge technologies for the General Services Administration (GSA) customer, focusing on designing and operating quality products in a Cloud platform.ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop System Test Automation Scripts using Selenium web driver, Jest , Cucumber, API testing (for e.g. RestAssured/Karate) and experience in using Selenium Javascript APIsSupport Test Automation Solution Planning and Estimation. Analyze current architecture and test platforms to formulate a vision for growth and expansionPerform detailed test designs using sound software test engineering principals in the context of test automation platforms and integration across distributed systemsCollaboratively elaborate requirements to enable Acceptance Test Driven Development (ATDD) with BAs and developersPerform tasks required for automated test implementation including review acceptance criteria (Gherkin scripts), create integration/regression test scenarios, test cases, implement test data management strategy, and generate required reportsImprove existing test automation frameworks (i.e. make them faster, more flexible and easier to use). Utilize parallel processing or grid systems to speed up the testsGather non-functional performance requirements, analyze and strategize the performance test approachBuild performance testing frameworks that can be leveraged by development teams and QA teams to do their performance testingHands-on script development using JMeter or Gatling or other open source toolsMeasure various aspect of the system performance, including throughput, response times, resource usage such as CPU, memory, thread utilization and IO statisticsAbility to work closely with Application Development and DevOps teams to identify, troubleshoot and debug performance issuesSkillsHigh School Diploma or equivalentMust be able to obtain Federal Government Public Trust10+ years of full-lifecycle application development experience and at least 3 years of experience using the technologies listed below and AWS cloud platformPost-secondary education in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field can substitute for years of experience: Associates Degree replaces 3 years, Bachelors Degree replaces 6 years, and Masters Degree replaces 9 years of experienceMinimum of 4 years demonstrated experience in one or more of the following toolsets/frameworks: Selenium Grid/WebDriver, Selenium JavaScript APIs, Cucumber/Gherkin, jUnit, TestNG, API testing (RestAssured/Karate)Experience in development using JavaScript (React.js, Node.js, modern JavaScript libraries - ES6 - 2015 and later versions)Experience working with databases and various data formats and related technologies for testingExperience in Agile and Scrum development methodologiesExperience in testing UI/UX best practices and 508 complianceKnowledge in management tools such as JIRA Platform, Serena Business ManagerStrong written and communication skills requiredDemonstrated experience in one or more of the following toolsets/frameworks is desired: Jest, Protractor/Jasmin, Github/Bitbucket, JMeter, GatlingBenefitsCompetitive salariesPerformance bonusesTraining and educational reimbursementTransamerica 401(k)Cigna healthcare benefitsPTO available to use immediately upon joining (prorated based on start date)Paid parental leaveIndividual and family health, vision, and dental benefitsAnnual budget for training, professional development and tuition reimbursement401(k) plan with company match fully vested after 60 days of employmentCompany OverviewT-Rex is a leading IT solutions provider helping the Federal government modernize, protect, and scale its systems and data efficiently and effectively. It was founded in 1999, and is headquartered in Greenbelt, Maryland, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.trexsolutionsllc.com.