Principal Test Engineer 16401

Current Openings
Any Location, VA
Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Principal Test Engineer to lead and execute testing efforts for large-scale, highly integrated enterprise systems.

Requirements

  • Lead and execute integration, regression, and functional testing for complex, highly integrated systems
  • Develop and maintain expert-level test plans, test strategies, and documentation aligned with established testing standards
  • Analyze functional and technical requirements to design comprehensive manual and automated test cases
  • Coordinate and perform System Integration Testing (SIT) activities across cross-functional teams
  • Design automation-ready test cases and develop, execute, and troubleshoot complex automated test scripts
  • Build and maintain automation using approved DevSecOps and low-code automation frameworks
  • Integrate test automation artifacts into CI/CD pipelines and ensure audit traceability within Azure DevOps
  • Perform advanced root cause analysis for defects; document findings and partner with developers on resolution
  • Track, prioritize, and manage defects throughout the defect lifecycle
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to testing peers on advanced testing and automation practices
  • Participate in Agile/SAFe ceremonies, sizing, estimation, and release planning
  • Identify testing process, data, and technology improvement opportunities and provide actionable recommendations
  • Communicate testing progress, risks, blockers, and results clearly to technical and business stakeholders

Benefits

  • W2 (with 56 hours PTO)
  • Competitive pay
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plans
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