iCallidus, Inc · 5 months ago
Automation Lead
Columbia, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$91K/yr - $117K/yr
10+ years expiCallidus, Inc is an innovative company focused on developing and managing IT solutions across various sectors. They are seeking an experienced Automation Lead responsible for implementing automation frameworks and improving quality assurance processes while collaborating closely with development teams.
AnalyticsConsultingInformation ServicesInformation Technology
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and implementation of automation frameworks for test execution
Develop and maintain automated test scripts for functional, regression, performance, and integration testing
Oversee the automation roadmap and strategy, ensuring alignment with project objectives and technical requirements
Collaborate with development, DevOps, and QA teams to integrate automated testing into the CI/CD pipeline
Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to the automation team
Work with business analysts and stakeholders to define automation requirements and acceptance criteria
Evaluate and recommend automation tools, frameworks, and best practices
Develop and maintain test data and automation reports, providing actionable insights on test results
Ensure compliance with security policies, regulations, and Section 508 accessibility requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Project Management, Cybersecurity, or related field
Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in automation development, automation lead excels in providing leadership to create and implement automated solutions using latest frameworks
Significant experience leading or working with Agile teams and utilizing the latest automation tools, techniques, and methods to design, implement, and maintain automated solutions across various processes
Strong proficiency in automation frameworks such as Selenium, TestNG, JUnit, and Cypress
Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Java, JavaScript, or C#
Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps, or Bamboo
Expertise in API automation testing using Postman, RestAssured, or similar tools
Working knowledge of performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner
Experience implementing test automation within Agile, DevSecOps, and CI/CD environments
Strong understanding of OWASP security principles and adherence to NIST 800-53 and FISMA security controls
Knowledge of database testing with SQL and NoSQL databases
Familiarity with cloud-based automation solutions (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud)
Preferred
Experience with AI-driven test automation frameworks
Federal government contracting experience is highly preferred
Certifications such as ISTQB Certified Tester – Advanced Level, Certified Agile Tester, or AWS/Azure DevOps Certifications
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
401(K)
Short Term Disability
Standard Basic Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) will take into effect after the 90-day probationary period
Company
iCallidus, Inc
At iCallidus, a Women-Owned Small Business Management and IT Consulting firm, our mission is to pioneer, implement, and oversee groundbreaking solutions tailored for the modern enterprise.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase