Junior Software Engineer

Software Development Engineer - Testing

Contract-to-Hire

Reston, VA or Washington, DC (1 day/week)

$68-72k depending on experience

We are seeking an entry level Software Development Engineer to join our Health Insurance client's dynamic IT team. You'll have the opportunity to design, develop, and maintain cutting-edge test automation frameworks that drive efficiency and reliability across various lines of business. If you're passionate about technology, eager to learn, and excited to collaborate with talented IT professionals, we encourgage you to apply!

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or similar combination of educational/professional experience.

Hands-on experience working with Java, Python, or other software development language in either academic or internship experience.

Basic understanding of test automation frameworks and principles.

Proficiency in designing and developing RESTful APIs.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Excellent communication skills.

Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with UI, API, and backend testing.

Basic knowledge of accessible UI development.

Experience with DevOps pipelines, particularly Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD.

Knowledge of containerized environments and their configuration.

Responsibilities:

Design and enhance reusable, scalable test automation frameworks for functional, API, and performance testing across different projects and teams.

Implement and maintain automation test scripts for UI, API, and backend validations.

Ensure seamless test execution by integrating automated tests with DevOps pipelines using Jenkins or GitLab CI/CD.

Build robust test execution strategies, incorporating parallel execution and integrating reporting to Jenkins, JIRA, or custom reporting tools.

Set up and configure containerized test execution environments.

Collaborate with development, product, and DevOps teams.

Assess the current test automation framework and identify areas for improvement.

Build custom utilities and libraries to improve test reliability, reduce maintenance, and simplify test creation.

Develop and maintain testing infrastructure, including test data management solutions and environment setup automation.

Expand CI/CD integration with proper parallelization, failure analysis, and notification systems.

Prepare well-maintained test framework documentation.

Design and develop RESTful APIs.

Assist in developing accessible UI for test data requests.

What is the Elevate Program?

Founded in 2000, Elevate is a national program supported in over 32 cities across the country – it is a turnkey program that’s being leveraged by over 100 Fortune 500 corporations. Brooksource’s Elevate program is designed to accelerate skill-set development for cutting-edge technologies through in-depth, technical training and professional development. While working in the Elevate program, you will learn the skills and capabilities needed for advanced promotional activities and become a part of our client’s next generation Leadership pipeline. We are looking for passionate, hardworking, career-oriented individuals that are ready to take the next step!

What’s in it For You…?

Join a team dedicated to building and enhancing digital technology and directly impact the member experience and enhance how members interact with technology.

Join Brooksource’s exclusive Elevate program that provides online technical training meant to rapidly enhance your technical ability and a senior mentor to be your source of truth.

Get your foot in the door of a massive health insurance network that is on the cusp of a massive digital revolution and create a direct impact in said revolution.

Enroll in weekly paychecks, comprehensive health benefits, and more.