[Remote] Test Engineer 100% Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Serco Inc. is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc, providing services across Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. They are seeking a Test Engineer to lead the design, development, and deployment of an automated testing framework for a large-scale federal eligibility program, while guiding a team of engineers in cloud-based test automation.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, configure, and maintain automated test scripts and test environments using Selenium and Cucumber (BDD)Perform analysis of business requirements, identify gaps, and translate user requirements into automated test solutionsCreate test scenarios, test cases, and test data, and identify candidates for regression automationDevelop and maintain robust end-to-end (E2E) automated test scenarios across UI, API, and database layersExecute smoke tests prior to each code drop to confirm environment setup and readiness for testingExecute automated and manual test cases once code is deployed into the test environmentPerform REST and SOAP API testing, along with DB validation, logging validation, and UI validationBuild and run SQL scripts to create test data, validate test results, and support accurate test data requestsGenerate and maintain the Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM)Identify, document, log, re-test, and track defects through resolution in JiraIntegrate automation frameworks with Eclipse IDE and leverage Eclipse plugins for efficient script development, debugging, and executionManage source code and CI/CD pipelines using Git, Jenkins, Java, Groovy, and MavenWrite Linux-based scripts (Shell or Python) to support application integration and test automationImplement incremental automation within Agile/SAFe team cadenceReview release scope and provide effective Level of Effort (LOE) estimatesFacilitate testing activities by proactively communicating with Project Managers, Business Analysts, Developers, and Scrum MastersProvide guidance and mentorship to fellow testers and contribute to team growthSkillsA Bachelors degree and 8 years of QA Automation testing experience with demonstrated expertise in creating test scriptsHands-on experience developing automated test scripts using Selenium and Cucumber (BDD)Strong programming and scripting skills in Java, Groovy, and MavenProficiency with Git, Jenkins, and Eclipse IDE (including relevant plugins) for source control, CI/CD, and automation developmentExperience writing Linux-based scripts using Shell or PythonStrong experience with REST and SOAP API testingSolid SQL skills for creating test data, querying databases, and validating test resultsExperience performing testing on both front-end and back-end systems, including DB, logging, and UI validationExperience performing gap analysis on business requirements and system specificationsHands-on experience with AWS technologies such as S3, Lambda, EventBridge, SQS, AWS Batch, and CloudWatchProficiency with Jira for defect logging, reporting, and trackingExperience working in an Agile or SAFe Agile environment with cross-functional teamsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work autonomously or collaboratively, providing guidance to other testers as neededExperience with test-driven development (TDD) and behavior-driven development (BDD) frameworksDeep understanding of Agile/SAFe methodologiesExperience leading or mentoring QA automation engineers on large-scale programsPrior experience supporting federal healthcare or eligibility programs (CMS, Medicare, Medicaid, or Health Insurance Exchanges)Experience modernizing or scaling cloud-based test automation frameworksBenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insuranceRobust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract401(k) plan that includes employer matching fundsTuition reimbursement programLife insurance and disability coverageOptional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protectionBirth, adoption, parental leave benefitsEmployee Assistance PlanCompany OverviewSerco provides government services, IT, cybersecurity, logistics, and transportation support in North America. It was founded in 2014, and is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.serco-na.com.Company H1B SponsorshipSerco has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 5 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 4 in 2023, 12 in 2022, 12 in 2021, 15 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.