Agile Programming Methodologies, Analysis Skills, Apache JMeter, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Artificial Intelligence (AI) Programming Languages, Automation, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Debugging Skills, Emerging Technology, Functional Testing, Git, Information Technology & Information Systems, Integration Testing, JSON, Load Testing, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Performance Testing, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Services, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Assurance Methodology, REST (Representational State Transfer), Regression Testing, SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol), SQL (Structured Query Language), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Selenium, Software Testing, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Sprint Planning, Standup Meetings, Test Automation, Test Case, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Requirements, Test Scripts, Test Strategy, Test Tools, Testing, Trend Analysis, United States Citizen, Windows PowerShell, Work From Home, XML (EXtensible Markup Language)
QA Automation Tester
Job ID: 2613846
Location: Reston, VA, United States
Date Posted: Jun 18, 2026
Category: Engineering and Sciences
Subcategory: Test Engineer
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Day Job
Travel: No
Minimum Clearance Required: None
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: None
Potential for Remote Work: Hybrid
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Job Description
Description
The AI Agentic Program seeks a senior automation tester with strong experience testing Agile software teams delivering cloud-native, intelligence-driven, and autonomous multi-agent systems. The individual should have deep knowledge of Agile practices and experience coordinating distributed engineering, data, and DevSecOps teams. This position requires one day onsite in Reston, VA.
Responsibilities:
- Work with developers to integrate AI-driven test coverage into development pipelines
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
- Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts incorporating AI-powered testing strategies
- Perform functional, regression, integration, and ad-hoc testing
- Conduct API testing (REST & SOAP) using appropriate tools
- Execute automation testing and maintain automation frameworks
- Perform performance and load testing
- Collaborate with developers, product owners, and stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure test coverage
- Support CI/CD pipelines and integrate automated tests into build processes
- Ensure application compatibility across Windows environments
- Drive best practices in test automation, code quality, and reusability
- Identify and drive implementation of best practices in automation testing, including AI-based techniques for defect detection, predictive test case generation, and maintenance of reusable test assets.
- Stay up to date on emerging trends in AI technologies and their application in quality assurance.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree and 8+ years of experience in QA automation testing, including both manual and automation
- Strong hands-on test automation experience using Selenium and Playwright
- Hands-on experience with integrating AI-based test automation libraries and frameworks into custom automation framework with a focus on developing intelligent test generation mechanisms and adaptive test strategies
- Familiarity with AI-powered testing tools or platforms (e.g., BlinqIO, TestMu)
- Understanding of AI based agentic frameworks for adaptive test strategies
- Solid experience in API testing (REST & SOAP)
- Proficiency in SQL
- Strong knowledge of JSON and XML
- Hands-on experience with performance testing tools (JMeter)
- Proficiency in Python and scripting language such as PowerShell / Bash
- Experience with Git version control systems
- Strong analytical, debugging, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Must be a US Citizen
Overview
SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.
SAIC is a premier mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, intelligence, and civilian markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services, and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.
We are approximately 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.
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Science Applications International Corp
SAIC is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's digital transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, IT modernization, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.
We are a team of 26,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.