Lead Test Engineer

Lead Test EngineerSuitland, MDLead Test Engineer, #1074Security Requirement: U.S. Citizenship requiredWork Location: Suitland, MDWe are seeking a senior-level Lead Test Engineer to ensure the quality, reliability, and proper functionality of applications and integrated systems. This role possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high-impact assignments, plans and leads major testing assignments, and functions as a technical expert across multiple project assignments. The Lead Test Engineer designs and executes test plans and strategies, implements automated testing tools, and drives multi-layer and system-level integration testing. May supervise others.What You'll Be Doing:Design, implement, and execute test plans, strategies, test cases, test scripts, and test scenarios for applications and integrated systemsImplement and tune automated testing tools, frameworks, and scripts, maximizing automation across the software delivery pipelineConduct multi-layer testing, including functional, non-functional, interface, system, performance, scalability, load/stress, usability, UAT, regression, and security testingSupport system-level integration testing to validate end-to-end functionality, data flow, and performance across all relevant systems and external interfacesDevelop, update, and maintain Test Analysis Reports and a System Defect Management PlanCreate and maintain synthetic and integrated test data in accordance with Census and Decennial data security policiesCategorize, track, and disposition all software defects, collaborating with developers and stakeholders on resolutionProvide reporting metrics and data visualizations capturing defects, testing trends, timeframes, and categoriesSupport and participate in technical reviews, including test readiness and test analysis reviewsConduct multi-platform validation across smartphones, laptops, tablets, and desktopsMaintain source code and documentation repositories relevant to system-level integration and testingRequired Education, Experience, and Skills:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field10–14 years of experience, possessing and applying comprehensive knowledge across key testing tasks and high-impact assignments (Senior level)Automated testing experience — mandatory; hands-on experience developing and maintaining automated test scripts and frameworksExpertise in multi-layer testing (functional, performance, security, regression, UAT, and more)Demonstrated experience with system-level and integration testing across complex, interconnected systemsExperience creating synthetic and integrated test data and managing defect lifecyclesProficiency in producing test analysis reports, metrics, and data visualizationsPreferred Skills and Experience:ISTQB Certified Tester / Certified Agile TestingCertified Software Test Professional (CSTP)Experience in testing in Agile, Iterative, Incremental, and Waterfall methodologiesFamiliarity with CI/CD test automation integration and screen-recording/synthetic data toolingExperience with Section 508 testing coordinationStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skillsOur estimated salary range for this position is $104,000 - $160,000; this presented salary range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Offered salary is based on experience, geographic location, and possibly contractual requirements as appropriate to the role. *Salary could fall outside of this range.Who We AreDev Technology is a growing IT company with an employee-centric culture that works on mission-critical projects for the federal government. We partner with our federal customers to deliver technology services and solutions, and to drive our client's missions forward through innovation. We use Agile and DevSecOps principles to provide services including application development, biometrics and identity management, cloud and infrastructure optimization, IT and legacy modernization, and data management.As a Washington Post Top Workplace award winner for the past THIRTEEN years in a row, the Top Workplaces USA for the past five years, and a recipient of the Companies As Responsive Employers (CARE) Award for the past six years, Dev Technology employees enjoy:Generous and flexible time-off policyFlexible work schedules and telework options, including remote work availability for eligible projectsCareer development opportunities including a mentorship program, technical and management training through Dev University, hands-on learning through DevLab, tuition reimbursement, and paid training opportunitiesIndustry-leading benefits including a choice of two health plans that include dental and vision, flexible spending account, commuter benefits, life insurance, and more401K matching with a 5% matching contributionRegular team and company social events including our annual party, happy hours, fitness challenges, and moreA focus on community engagement including company wide support activities, employer match for donations, and time off for volunteer effortsTo learn more about working at Dev Technology, visit Working At Dev Technology GroupEqual Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected VeteransDev Technology Group operates in the following states: AL, AR, AZ, CO, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, MD, MA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NJ, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV.