Automation Tester

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Automation Tester supporting complex Appian environments and quality assurance initiatives with a focus on automated testing solutions. Collaborating effectively in Agile delivery environments to ensure software quality.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $67,355 - $114,503 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in automated testing for Appian applications, including the development and maintenance of test suites and frameworks. Proficient in executing various testing activities and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance with project objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Automated TestingAppian Platform ExperienceFitNesse FrameworkCI/CD Testing ActivitiesJira and Git/GitHub Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Automated TestingFunctional TestingRegression TestingIntegration TestingSystem TestingTest Case DevelopmentTest Script CreationDefect TrackingTroubleshootingTesting Documentation

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingAgile MethodologiesContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

FitNesseRubyJenkinsJiraXrayGitGitHub

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreePublic Trust Clearance

Industry Keywords

Automated Testing FrameworksLow-Code PlatformsUser Acceptance TestingAgile CeremoniesFederal Contract Compliance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JenkinsRuby

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, execute, and maintain automated test suites supporting Appian applications, integrations, and custom plugins
Execute functional, regression, integration, and system testing activities for complex software solutions
Support validation efforts associated with Appian platform upgrades, plugin remediation, and modernization activities
Analyze failing automation tests, troubleshoot root causes, and document testing issues and defects
Create and maintain automated and manual test cases, test scripts, and testing documentation
Ensure testing coverage aligns with development priorities, release schedules, and project objectives
Assist with defect tracking, reproduction, retesting, and remediation verification activities
Maintain and enhance existing automated testing frameworks to improve reliability and testing efficiency
Develop and maintain automated testing scripts using FitNesse for Appian, Ruby/JRuby, or similar automation tools
Support Jenkins-based automation pipelines and scheduled test execution activities
Assist with troubleshooting automation execution failures and testing environment issues
Support containerized or standardized testing environments where applicable
Collaborate with developers and QA leads to improve automation stability and test coverage
Participate in test planning, test execution, risk identification, and quality review activities
Coordinate with developers, Scrum Masters, Business Analysts, and stakeholders to clarify testing requirements and priorities
Validate software functionality against business and technical requirements
Support user acceptance testing (UAT) coordination and release readiness activities where needed
Ensure test results, defects, and testing artifacts are properly documented and tracked
Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
Provide regular updates on testing progress, risks, defects, and automation health
Contribute to a collaborative team environment focused on delivery quality and continuous improvement
Support knowledge-sharing initiatives across the broader Appian practice, including exposure to Appian AI capabilities where applicable

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of professional experience in software testing, automated testing, or quality assurance activities
Bachelor’s degree
2+ years of experience supporting automated testing efforts within Appian or other low-code platform environments
2+ years of experience executing or maintaining automated testing frameworks using FitNesse, Ruby/JRuby, or similar automation technologies
2+ years of experience executing functional, regression, integration, and system testing activities for complex software systems
2+ years of experience supporting CI/CD testing activities and automated test execution pipelines
2+ years of experience utilizing Jira, Xray, Git/GitHub, or similar testing and source control tools
US Citizenship or Green Card is required (required by the federal government for this position).
Must be able to obtain Public Trust clearance.
MUST RESIDE IN THE United States (U.S.) and the work MUST BE PERFORMED in the United States (U.S.), as this work is for a federal contract and laws do apply

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities