Full-Time

Senior QA Automation Engineer

A-TEK

A-TEK

51-200 employees

Federal IT and scientific services

Compensation Overview

$120k - $130k/yr

Bethesda, MD, USA

Hybrid

Category
QA & Testing (1)
Required Skills
Sharepoint
Microsoft Azure
Python
JavaScript
React.js
Git
TypeScript
.NET
AWS
JIRA
Playwright
DevOps
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years of QA automation experience
  • Strong expertise in Playwright (JavaScript/TypeScript preferred)
  • Experience testing React and .NET applications.
  • Hands-on experience with PowerApps testing
  • Proficiency in Python for automation or scripting
  • Experience with GitHub, Jira, AWS, and Entra (Azure AD)
Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks using Playwright.
  • Build scalable, maintainable test scripts for UI, API, and end-to-end testing.
  • Test applications developed with React, .NET, and PowerApps.
  • Collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and DevOps teams.
  • Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using GitHub.
  • Analyze test results, identify defects, and track issues to resolution using Jira.
  • Support testing efforts in AWS cloud environments.
  • Maintain test documentation and artifacts in SharePoint.
  • Ensure compliance with accessibility standards, including Section 508
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience supporting NIH or other federal projects.
  • API testing experience (Postman, REST clients)
  • Knowledge of performance, security, and accessibility (ADA/Section 508) testing
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
  • Experience with Docker and DevSecOps practices

A TEK is a woman-owned small business that provides information technology and scientific services to U.S. federal agencies. It helps federal civilian, health, and homeland security missions by delivering specialized IT solutions and scientific support under government contracts. The company’s offerings include GIS integration and tools such as the COVID-19 Tracking Tool powered by Archibus, showcasing its ability to deliver complex projects quickly and tailored to agency needs. Unlike many competitors, A TEK emphasizes long-standing federal partnerships (25+ years) and a track record of efficient delivery, combining domain expertise with rapid, mission-focused implementations. The goal is to help federal agencies advance their missions by providing reliable, scalable IT and scientific solutions that meet unique governmental requirements.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

McLean, Virginia

Founded

1996

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What believers are saying

  • Acquired Mackson Consulting to expand IT capabilities.
  • Dr. William Vantine joined board, adding federal expertise.
  • Secured federal contract on Dec. 29, 2025 under NAICS 541512.

What critics are saying

  • NIH/FDA budgets cut discretionary IT spending in 6-12 months.
  • Booz Allen, Leidos underbid A-TEK on renewals in 12-18 months.
  • Customer loss like NIH drops revenue 15-25% in 18-36 months.

What makes A-TEK unique

  • A-TEK blends digital services with scientifically trained staff for health missions.
  • Woman-owned status secures federal set-asides for IT contracts.
  • GIS COVID-19 tool delivered via Archibus in record time.

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Business Wire
Jul 5th, 2023
McLean, VA-based A-TEK, Inc. Announces Dr. William Vantine Has Joined A-TEK’s Board of Directors | Business Wire

MCLEAN, Va.--( BUSINESS WIRE )--A-TEK, Inc. announced today that long-time government executive Dr. William “Bill” Vantine has joined its Board of Directors.