Ardent is hiring a
Test Automation Engineer

Summary

Join Ardent as a Test Automation Engineer and contribute to solving customers' most difficult problems while enjoying a fulfilling life. As an employee, you'll be part of a dynamic team that values flexibility, innovation, collaboration, and career growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in test automation engineering, with a focus on federal contracting environments
• Proficiency in test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, TestNG, JUnit)
• Strong experience with Esri software and APIs, including ArcGIS and related technologies
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#
• Familiarity with federal contracting processes, documentation, and compliance requirements
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot issues and propose effective solutions
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with experience working in a collaborative environment
• Meticulous attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for Esri software products
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to understand requirements and define test plans, including both functional and performance criteria for Esri applications
• Execute automated tests, analyze results, and document test outcomes. Identify and report defects, and work with development teams to facilitate timely resolution
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and QA engineers to define test strategies, create test plans, and determine appropriate test automation approaches for Esri software
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot issues and propose effective solutions
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with experience working in a collaborative environment
• Meticulous attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work
• Analyze results, and provide detailed reports on test outcomes, including defect identification and resolution
• Work closely with development and QA teams to integrate automated testing into continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines
• Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of test processes, scripts, and results. Ensure that all documentation adheres to federal contracting standards
• Track and manage defect reports and test results, ensuring accurate logging and follow-up on issues discovered during automated testing
• Troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to test automation and software quality. Provide actionable feedback to development teams
• Ensure that all test automation activities comply with federal contracting requirements and standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with additional Esri products or tools
• Certification in relevant test automation tools or methodologies
• Previous experience working with Agile or DevOps methodologies