Test Automation Engineer; Hybrid

Company Overview

Enlighten is a Top Workplace from USA Today and a leader in big data solution development, cloud-based services, software engineering, cyber capabilities, and data science. The hybrid work approach allows in‑person collaboration and flexibility to work from home when needed.

• 100% paid employee premium for health, vision, and dental plans.
• 10% 401(k) benefit.
• Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays.
• Education and training allowances.

Anticipated Salary Range: $82,733.00 – $.

Enlighten is seeking a dedicated Test Automation Engineer to enhance and uphold product quality throughout every phase of the software development lifecycle. The role is hybrid, with a high‑impact, fast‑paced team.

• Develop, implement, and maintain automated test scripts tailored to our software products.
• Serve as a specialist, providing testing know‑how for complex software and hardware applications.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement automation test tools and strategies.
• Leverage strong analytical skills to perform detailed testing, including functional, regression, performance, and user acceptance testing.
• Explore edge cases and identify potential vulnerabilities before they reach users.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to ensure alignment on testing requirements and timelines.
• Diagnose issues efficiently, analyze defects, prioritize resolutions, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining quality.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Security Clearance – A current Secret level U.S. Government security clearance is required; U.S. Citizen required.
• At least 5 years of experience writing automated tests for software applications and a Bachelor’s in a related field; or 3 years experience with a Master’s; or High School Diploma and 9 years experience.
• Test automation tools experience (e.g. Cypress, Selenium).
• Experience performing functional and non‑functional testing (functional, performance, regression, user acceptance).
• Strong ability to communicate effectively with product owner, technical team, and users.
• Experience in creating and executing robust test plans and procedures.
• Experience documenting software defects and generating test reports.
• Experience with configuration management tools (Git, Nexus, Maven).
• Experience with continuous integration and deployment tools (Gitlab CI/CD, Jenkins).
• Experience with the agile software lifecycle.
• Strong attention to detail, organized and efficient.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and work well both independently and in a team setting.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule with some on‑site, on average 1‑2 days a week in Greenville, SC. Flexibility is essential to accommodate any schedule changes.

• Java script, Typescript, or Java experience is a huge plus.
• Experience utilizing issue and project tracking software (Youtrack, Jira).
• Experience working with web services and APIs (RESTful APIs).
• Experience with the Linux operating system.
• Prior BDP experience is highly preferred.
• DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certifications may be required in this position as directed by the customer.

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