Job Description

This job opportunity is part of an RFP process; candidates are invited to submit their resumes detailing relevant experience. 

Location: Bethesda, MD (Hybrid) 

LCG is a minority-owned technology consulting firm that has been a trusted partner to more than 40 federal agencies, including 21 of the 27 Institutes and Centers (ICs) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). For over 25 years, LCG has brought digitization and innovation to the Health and Human Services (HHS) and the NIH ecosystems. We support IT organizations by bringing precision technology and operation models that achieve mission capabilities and performance success.

Job Title – Test Engineer III 

Job Summary - The Test Engineer III will interact with cross-functional engineering groups to define, document, and analyze tests for cloud-related products, systems, components, or modifications. The role is responsible for identifying functional issues, suggesting resolutions, and defining internal quality control standards while ensuring adherence to industry-specific testing standards. Additionally, the Test Engineer III will provide feedback and recommendations on product or design changes, and work to enhance the overall testing and quality control program. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Collaborate with other engineering groups to define and document test plans for cloud services, systems, and components. 

• Perform and interpret tests, ensuring compliance with industry-specific standards and best practices. 

• Identify functional problems in cloud infrastructure, applications, and migrations, suggesting appropriate resolutions. 

• Ensure testing aligns with strategic goals related to NIH cloud services and larger NIH objectives. 

• Analyze test results, document issues, and provide recommendations for product design and architecture changes. 

• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and cloud service providers to modify or develop testing protocols for components and ensure compliance with security and reliability programs. 

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing procedures, tools, and methods to improve overall quality and efficiency. 

• Participate in cross-functional assessments related to cloud security, application data management, and integration of cloud modules, workflows, and automation. 

• Document testing results and maintain reliability reports for strategic cloud services and their impact on NIH goals. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field. 

• 4 to 7 years of experience in software testing, cloud services, or related areas. 

• Proven experience with cloud architecture, cloud data management, and cloud security services. 

• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks, test automation tools, and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. 

• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform) and relevant testing methodologies. 

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills. 

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively on moderately complex projects. 

• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration and strategic advisement. 

• Experience with cloud service providers and cloud migrations (on-premise to cloud or between cloud providers). 

• Experience with scientific computing, data science workflows, and cloud automation. 

• Familiarity with GitHub, Azure AD federation, and cloud-native testing tools. 

• Knowledge of NIST, FIPS, and NIH security standards and best practices 

Compensation and Benefits 

The projected compensation range for this position is $105,750 to $142,500 per year benchmarked in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. The target salary is $123,000. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Salary at LCG is determined by various factors, including but not limited to role, location, the combination of education/training, knowledge, skills, competencies, certifications, and work experience.

LCG offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance options (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, retirement plan contributions, as well as paid leave, federal holidays, professional development, and lifestyle benefits.

Devoted to Fair and Inclusive Practices

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are interested in applying for employment with LCG and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, contact our Human Resources department by email at hr@lcginc.com .

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