Full-Time

Senior Automated Test Engineer

Multiple Teams

Posted on 10/4/2025

NT Concepts

NT Concepts

201-500 employees

Data-driven, mission-critical security solutions

No salary listed

Vienna, VA, USA

Hybrid

Local to the DC Metro Area, Remote Flexible

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
QA & Testing (1)
Requirements
  • 7–10+ years in manual, automated, regression, and performance testing.
  • 6–8 years of backend testing experience using SQL and database objects.
  • Proven ability to build QA/test functions from the ground up.
  • Strong proficiency in Java, including Spring framework.
  • Skilled in Python for automation scripting and test cycle execution.
  • Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Self-motivated, independent, and collaborative team player.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor junior team members.
  • Clearance: Active TS/SCI CI Poly
Responsibilities
  • As a Senior QA/Test Engineer, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of testing activities across complex projects.
  • You will ensure the quality and reliability of software systems through comprehensive testing strategies and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Plan, execute, control, and close testing deliverables for one or more projects.
  • Design, develop, and execute test plans and test cases for functional, system, regression, and Section 508 compliance testing.
  • Document and manage project issues, clarifications, and defects; proactively identify and communicate project risks.
  • Collaborate with project teams to create test documentation and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Analyze, triage, and assign post-production defects.
  • Build and maintain QA/test functions, including automation frameworks and performance testing tools.
  • Automate test cases using Python and Java to reduce manual testing efforts.
  • Perform backend testing using SQL, including execution of stored procedures, views, and functions.
  • Write clean, maintainable code and manage source control using Git.
  • Mentor junior developers and testers, providing guidance and support.
  • Communicate testing processes, results, and technical concepts clearly and effectively.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience testing and validating AI/ML models and algorithms.
  • Ability to develop code generators for automated test creation.
  • Strong proficiency in Java, including design, implementation, and debugging; familiarity with the Spring framework.
  • Experience with Robot Framework for test automation.
  • Familiarity with Robot Runner for executing and managing Robot Framework tests.
  • Experience working with Postman Collection for API testing and automation.
  • Experience with JUnit for unit testing in Java-based applications.
  • Familiarity with Drools for business rule management and validation.
  • Experience with REF (Rules Engine Framework) for rule-based logic and automation.
  • Proficiency in working with JSON for data exchange and validation in test scenarios.
  • Experience with JSON-LD for linked data and semantic web applications.

NT Concepts provides data-driven technology solutions for national security, working with government agencies to protect the nation. It delivers customized, contract-based services that combine data analysis with secure technology implementations, building data platforms and scalable systems for defense and intelligence needs. It focuses on national security and sensitive data with trusted, long-term government partnerships and bespoke solutions rather than generic offerings. Its goal is to help government agencies modernize operations, safeguard data, and respond effectively to evolving threats.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$10M

Headquarters

Vienna, Virginia

Founded

1998

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Dan Maguire's 30-year GovCon experience drives software prototyping expansion.
  • Bhargavi Kodali appointed CIO November 2025 to advance mission-ready tech.
  • USSF Space Systems Command IDIQ enables data software services growth.

What critics are saying

  • Small business status expires 12-24 months, losing 20-40% set-aside contracts.
  • No major wins or revenue growth in 4 years under Maguire erodes edge.
  • Maguire's CEO role at Lockdown Experts divides attention in 6-12 months.

What makes NT Concepts unique

  • NT Concepts delivers AI/ML and advanced analytics for Intelligence and Defense missions.
  • Secured OASIS+ Unrestricted and Small Business contracts for federal scalability.
  • Awarded $151B MDA SHIELD IDIQ for missile defense digital modernization.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Professional Development Budget

Company News

GovCon Wire
Apr 28th, 2022
Next Tier Concepts, Inc. hires Dan Maguire as CEO

Dan Maguire, a GovCon industry veteran, has been appointed CEO of Vienna, Virginia-based information technology services provider NT Concepts.

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