Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)

Avum Inc. is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test to support Department of Defense programs. The role designs and maintains scalable automated testing frameworks, integrates tests into CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines, and performs functional, regression, performance, and load testing while collaborating with development and QA teams to resolve defects and improve software quality.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable, reusable automated testing frameworks and test suites for complex federal applications
• Develop data-driven testing solutions using external sources such as JSON, CSV, Excel, and databases to execute parameterized test scenarios
• Apply the Page Object Model and object-oriented programming principles to separate test logic from user interface elements, reduce code duplication, and improve maintainability
• Integrate and optimize automated tests within CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines
• Develop, execute, and maintain automated functional, regression, smoke, integration, performance, and load tests
• Monitor automated test results, investigate failures, perform root cause analysis, and collaborate with developers to resolve defects
• Review automation code and provide technical guidance to QA team members on coding standards and automation best practices
• Analyze application workflows, user interfaces, and business rules to identify reusable testing patterns and opportunities to expand automation coverage
• Evaluate testing tools, libraries, and methodologies that may improve automation efficiency, reliability, and testing speed
• Maintain test plans, automation documentation, execution results, defect records, and performance metrics in support of contract deliverables and compliance requirements
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, release planning, and other cross-functional development activities

Requirements:

• • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field. Equivalent education, training, or professional experience may be considered
• • At least five years of experience in automated software testing, test automation engineering, or an SDET role
• • Proficiency in at least one object-oriented programming language, such as Java, Python, C#, TypeScript, or JavaScript
• • Hands-on experience designing and maintaining automation frameworks using the Page Object Model or similar design patterns
• • Experience developing data-driven automation frameworks that separate test scripts from test data
• • Ability to evaluate application architecture, user workflows, and business logic to design reusable automation components and testing solutions
• • Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines
• • Proficiency with Git, including branching, merging, code reviews, and pull requests
• • Experience with Agile or Scrum development environments and modern software quality assurance practices
• • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and root cause analysis skills
• • Ability to clearly document testing processes, results, defects, and technical findings
• • U.S. citizenship is required
• • Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
• • Hybrid/remote work environment with potential on-site requirements based on contract needs
• • U.S. citizenship required
• • Security clearance: Active Secret clearance required or ability to obtain
• • Experience with FitNesse for Appian, Appian Locust, or other Appian testing tools
• • Appian Certified Developer credential or hands-on experience testing Appian applications
• • Experience with performance and load-testing tools such as Apache JMeter, LoadRunner, or Locust
• • Experience testing applications hosted within secure cloud environments, preferably AWS
• • Experience supporting the Department of Defense or other federal government programs
• • Familiarity with government procurement systems, federal acquisition processes, FAR, or DFARS requirements
• • Relevant certifications such as ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Automation Engineering, Certified Associate in Software Testing, AWS Certified Developer, or DAWIA Test and Evaluation certification