{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"1d23d7bad32cc1f914faa1ef","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1d23d7bad32cc1f914faa1ef","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1d23d7bad32cc1f914faa1ef","title":"Test Engineer (DEA)","description":"Expression is seeking a Tester Engineer to support the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Investigative Case and Data Ecosystem (ICDE) modernization effort. The program will modernize DEA's investigative and case management environment through a centralized, secure, scalable platform supporting integrated workflows, data exchange, mobile capabilities, analytics, and interoperability.\n\nThe Test Engineer will design, develop, and execute comprehensive functional testing for Pega applications and related system capabilities. This position will work across engineering, business analysis, and product teams to translate requirements and acceptance criteria into detailed test scenarios, identify and track defects, maintain regression coverage, and support reliable delivery throughout Agile development iterations.\n\nClearance: Top Secret level required and willingness to pursue SCI.\n\nLocation: Arlington, VA. The program is primarily onsite at DEA Headquarters.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDesign, develop, and execute functional test cases for Pega applications, ensuring comprehensive coverage of applicable business workflows.\nAnalyze business and system requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria and translate them into detailed test scenarios.\nCollaborate with developers, business analysts, product stakeholders, and other team members to clarify requirements and establish appropriate test coverage.\nValidate system functionality against business requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.\nIdentify, document, track, and retest defects, partnering with engineering teams to support timely and thorough resolution.\nAnalyze test results, identify risks and quality concerns, and provide clear, actionable feedback to development and product teams.\nSupport test planning by defining test scope, estimating effort, identifying dependencies, and contributing to test-strategy development.\nDevelop and maintain functional and regression test suites and supporting test artifacts.\nSupport User Acceptance Testing, system validation, and testing and validation reporting.\nContribute to interoperability testing for integrations between system components and external systems.\nParticipate in Agile ceremonies, including stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.\nCoordinate testing activities throughout development iterations to support frequent delivery and demonstrations of working software.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to promote quality throughout the SDLC.\nSupport defect-resolution feedback loops and communicate testing risks and outcomes to appropriate stakeholders.\nContribute to continuous improvement of QA processes, test coverage, and testing efficiency.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields 2+ years of professional experience.\nHands-on experience with Pega functional testing tools and QA approaches for Pega applications.\nStrong foundation in Quality Assurance principles, functional testing, test-case development, defect tracking, and regression testing.\nAbility to analyze requirements and translate them into detailed test scenarios while identifying gaps or ambiguities.\nFamiliarity with Agile/iterative development methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.\nExperience working with test-management and defect-tracking tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps.\nAbility to clearly document defects, risks, test results, and improvement recommendations.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, business, and product teams.\nPreferred Qualifications\nPega certification, such as CSA, CSSA, or related certification.\nExperience with automated testing tools for Pega applications, including PegaUnit or Selenium for Pega UI.\nFamiliarity with Agile-focused testing methodologies across Scrum, SAFe, or hybrid environments.\nExposure to test-automation or hybrid-testing frameworks.\nExperience participating in CI/CD-integrated testing workflows.\nExperience supporting User Acceptance Testing.\nExperience testing system integrations or interoperability.\nExperience supporting Federal Government or other complex enterprise software modernization programs.\n\nBenefits:\n\nExpression offers competitive salaries and benefits, such as:\n\n401k matching\nPPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance\nEducation reimbursement up to $10,000/yr\nComplimentary life insurance\nGenerous PTO and 11 days of holiday leave\nOnsite gym facility\nCommuter Benefits Plan\nIn-office Cold Brew Coffee\n\nAbout Expression:\n\nFounded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, AI/ML, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression's culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for our clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with our clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest-growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.\n\nWe make sure to provide everyone with the tools and opportunities to grow while working on some of the newest technologies in the industry. We get excited about celebrating our professionals' milestones, accomplishments, promotions, overcoming challenges, and many other aspects that make an engaging collaborative environment.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled\nExpression is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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The program will modernize DEA's investigative and case management environment through a centralized, secure, scalable platform supporting integrated workflows, data exchange, mobile capabilities, analytics, and interoperability.\n\nThe Test Engineer will design, develop, and execute comprehensive functional testing for Pega applications and related system capabilities. This position will work across engineering, business analysis, and product teams to translate requirements and acceptance criteria into detailed test scenarios, identify and track defects, maintain regression coverage, and support reliable delivery throughout Agile development iterations.\n\nClearance: Top Secret level required and willingness to pursue SCI.\n\nLocation: Arlington, VA. The program is primarily onsite at DEA Headquarters.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nDesign, develop, and execute functional test cases for Pega applications, ensuring comprehensive coverage of applicable business workflows.\nAnalyze business and system requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria and translate them into detailed test scenarios.\nCollaborate with developers, business analysts, product stakeholders, and other team members to clarify requirements and establish appropriate test coverage.\nValidate system functionality against business requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.\nIdentify, document, track, and retest defects, partnering with engineering teams to support timely and thorough resolution.\nAnalyze test results, identify risks and quality concerns, and provide clear, actionable feedback to development and product teams.\nSupport test planning by defining test scope, estimating effort, identifying dependencies, and contributing to test-strategy development.\nDevelop and maintain functional and regression test suites and supporting test artifacts.\nSupport User Acceptance Testing, system validation, and testing and validation reporting.\nContribute to interoperability testing for integrations between system components and external systems.\nParticipate in Agile ceremonies, including stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.\nCoordinate testing activities throughout development iterations to support frequent delivery and demonstrations of working software.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to promote quality throughout the SDLC.\nSupport defect-resolution feedback loops and communicate testing risks and outcomes to appropriate stakeholders.\nContribute to continuous improvement of QA processes, test coverage, and testing efficiency.\n\nRequired Qualifications\n\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related fields 2+ years of professional experience.\nHands-on experience with Pega functional testing tools and QA approaches for Pega applications.\nStrong foundation in Quality Assurance principles, functional testing, test-case development, defect tracking, and regression testing.\nAbility to analyze requirements and translate them into detailed test scenarios while identifying gaps or ambiguities.\nFamiliarity with Agile/iterative development methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.\nExperience working with test-management and defect-tracking tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps.\nAbility to clearly document defects, risks, test results, and improvement recommendations.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, business, and product teams.\nPreferred Qualifications\nPega certification, such as CSA, CSSA, or related certification.\nExperience with automated testing tools for Pega applications, including PegaUnit or Selenium for Pega UI.\nFamiliarity with Agile-focused testing methodologies across Scrum, SAFe, or hybrid environments.\nExposure to test-automation or hybrid-testing frameworks.\nExperience participating in CI/CD-integrated testing workflows.\nExperience supporting User Acceptance Testing.\nExperience testing system integrations or interoperability.\nExperience supporting Federal Government or other complex enterprise software modernization programs.\n\nBenefits:\n\nExpression offers competitive salaries and benefits, such as:\n\n401k matching\nPPO and HDHP medical/dental/vision insurance\nEducation reimbursement up to $10,000/yr\nComplimentary life insurance\nGenerous PTO and 11 days of holiday leave\nOnsite gym facility\nCommuter Benefits Plan\nIn-office Cold Brew Coffee\n\nAbout Expression:\n\nFounded in 1997 and headquartered in Washington DC, Expression provides data fusion, data analytics, AI/ML, software engineering, information technology, and electromagnetic spectrum management solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense, Department of State, and national security community. Expression's culture focuses on creating immediate and sustainable value for our clients via agile delivery of tailored solutions built through constant engagement with our clients. Expression was ranked #1 on the Washington Technology 2018's Fast 50 list of fastest-growing small business Government contractors and a Top 20 Big Data Solutions Provider by CIO Review.\n\nWe make sure to provide everyone with the tools and opportunities to grow while working on some of the newest technologies in the industry. We get excited about celebrating our professionals' milestones, accomplishments, promotions, overcoming challenges, and many other aspects that make an engaging collaborative environment.\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled\nExpression is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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