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Sr. Test Engineer

Leidos Holdings Inc.Bethesda, MD

$107,900 - $195,050 / year

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Overview

Schedule
Flexible-schedule
Full-time
Career level
Senior-level
Compensation
$107,900-$195,050/year
Benefits
Paid Holidays
Parental and Family Leave
Flexible/Unlimited PTO

Job Description

Leidos has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Test Engineer in our Intel Security Sector's Analysis Solutions Business Area. Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

Job Summary

As a Test Engineer on this program, you will have the opportunity to design, develop, and execute automated tests to ensure the quality and reliability of software applications and services in a Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery Pipeline within a commercial cloud environment. You will play a crucial role in the software development lifecycle, aiming to streamline testing processes, reduce defects, and accelerate software releases.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Participate in program Agile software development initiatives (standup, planning, increment planning) to support innovation and enhancement of custom applications through iteration/functionality testing within a commercial cloud environment.

  • Participate and collaborate with team members to assess StoryPoint/complexity efforts (using best practices) to ensure proper testing and delivery of functionality per User Story Acceptance Criteria

  • Collaborate with team members (Scrum Master, Product Owner, Software Developers) to develop test approaches with emphasis on automation of recurring/regression test cases through selected toolsets

  • Develop automated test cases using knowledge of custom Applications through designated GUI/COTS products (ex: Selenium and Katalon Studio)

  • Leverage DevOps practices to ensure repeatability and Configuration Management of test cases/scripts are maintained and continuously improved

  • Develop and document end-to-end functionality test case narratives using task management system (JIRA/Confluence) and support performance testing/evaluation activities using tools such as Jmeter

Basic Qualifications:

  • Experience in software quality assurance with a focus on automation testing.

  • Experience with creation, authoring, execution and documentation of test cases/result sets for software products in an agile cadence

  • Experience using automation frameworks and tools like Selenium or Katalon Studio

  • Familiarity in writing efficient and scalable test scripts.

  • Direct experience with software performance testing practices

  • Experience working/testing within Commercial Cloud Platforms (ex: AWS) and DevOps tools, and working in a SAFe Agile and DevOps development environment

  • Demonstrated ability to work within collaborative environment to execute test cases complimentary to development efforts

  • BS degree with 8 or more years of prior relevant experience or Master's with 6 or more years of prior relevant experience. Will consider experience in lieu of a degree

  • Candidate must have an active TS/SCI with Polygraph

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Hands-on experience with Katalon Studio and Katalon Runtime Engine

  • Programming skills in languages such as Java or Python enabling the ability to write efficient and scalable test scripts.

  • Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub) and their integration with automated tests.

  • Direct experience with AWS environments

CABARESTON

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

January 22, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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FAQs About Sr. Test Engineer Jobs at Leidos Holdings Inc.

What is the work location for this position at Leidos Holdings Inc.?
This job at Leidos Holdings Inc. is located in Bethesda, MD, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Leidos Holdings Inc.?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $107,900 and $195,050 per year.
What employment applies to this position at Leidos Holdings Inc.?
Leidos Holdings Inc. lists this position under the following employment categories:
  • Flexible-schedule
  • Full-time
What experience level is required for this role at Leidos Holdings Inc.?
Leidos Holdings Inc. is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.
What benefits are offered by Leidos Holdings Inc. for this role?
Leidos Holdings Inc. offers following benefits: Paid Holidays, Parental and Family Leave, Flexible/Unlimited PTO, Career Development, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Tuition/Education Assistance for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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