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12 results for Qa Automation Engineer in Washington, DC

Robotics Software Engineer
  • McLean, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 42 - 47 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Position Overview</p><p>We are seeking a Robotics Software Engineer with a solid foundation in Python on Linux and a working knowledge of robotics and autonomous systems. You will design and implement software packages, write tests to support CI, create interface adapters (e.g., JSON↔XML), and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate project goals into design, implementation, and verification tasks. Experience with Git, code reviews, and Agile practices is essential. Opportunities exist to contribute to systems design and C++ components if you bring preferred qualifications.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Design and implement software in Python on Linux for robotics/autonomy use cases.</li><li>Develop unit and integration tests; support continuous integration and automated pipelines.</li><li>Implement interface adapters for data transformation (e.g., JSON ↔ XML).</li><li>Break down goals into stories/tasks; collaborate with systems, controls, and hardware teams.</li><li>Use Git for version control; participate in code and document reviews.</li><li>(Preferred) Contribute to C++ modules, architecture/ICD docs, and algorithm prototyping.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-03-13T00:00:00Z
Principal Advanced Analytics Engineer
  • Herndon, VA
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 160000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Principal Advanced Analytics Engineer to join our team in Reston, Virginia. In this role, you will collaborate with business leaders and technical experts to design and implement cutting-edge AI and machine learning solutions that drive impactful insights and decision-making. This position offers the opportunity to lead advanced analytics initiatives, establish engineering standards, and mentor team members while staying at the forefront of emerging technologies.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement AI/ML solutions tailored to business objectives.<br>• Develop and enforce engineering standards, design patterns, and quality controls for analytics projects.<br>• Build and manage CI/CD pipelines for machine learning models, incorporating automated testing, monitoring, and retraining processes.<br>• Integrate Responsible AI practices to ensure fairness, bias detection, explainability, and compliance with regulations.<br>• Create and maintain enterprise data models, including dimensional and star schemas, to support analytics and business intelligence.<br>• Work closely with analytics teams to deliver scalable and efficient data solutions.<br>• Implement robust data security measures, access controls, and lineage tracking in line with corporate policies and privacy laws.<br>• Stay updated on advancements in AI, ML, and BI technologies, bringing innovative solutions to the team.<br>• Provide mentorship to Data Analytics Engineers, fostering attention to detail and promoting best practices.
  • 2026-03-10T00:00:00Z
Software Engineering II
  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 53 - 60 USD / Hourly
  • <p><strong>Locations:</strong> Gaithersburg, MD • Eagan, MN • Egg Harbor, NJ</p><p><strong>Schedule:</strong> Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)</p><p><strong>Clearance:</strong> Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust (U.S. Citizenship required)</p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a Junior Software Engineer with AI-enabled development experience to support a large-scale modernization program involving real‑time, high‑availability, safety‑critical systems. This role combines traditional software engineering with emerging AI‑augmented development techniques to enhance delivery, code quality, and system performance.</p><p>This position is ideal for engineers who actively apply AI in their day‑to‑day workflow and want to contribute to a mission-critical, complex engineering environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Design, develop, test, and maintain software for real-time, high-availability systems.</li><li>Use AI-assisted development tools to accelerate coding, refactoring, debugging, and automated test generation.</li><li>Apply responsible AI practices across the full SDLC — requirements, design, implementation, testing, documentation, and code review.</li><li>Analyze complex system requirements and translate them into efficient, maintainable designs.</li><li>Develop and maintain automation scripts across development, test, and production environments.</li><li>Promote code quality, reuse, traceability, and cross-team collaboration.</li></ul>
  • 2026-03-11T00:00:00Z
DevOps Engineer
  • Rockville, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 67.92 - 71.52 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our company is seeking a talented DevOps Engineer to join our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will collaborate closely with development, QA, and IT teams to streamline and enhance deployment pipelines, automation, and cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate is adept at solving complex problems, communicates well, and is proactive in identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support scalable application development and deployment. Automate software build and deployment processes to improve reliability and efficiency. Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure (such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform). Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to infrastructure, deployment, and automation. Collaborate with developers and other team members to identify requirements and deliver technical solutions aligned with project goals. Maintain infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar. Implement and uphold security best practices in DevOps workflows and cloud architectures. Document procedures and share knowledge across the team to support a collaborative work environment.</p>
  • 2026-03-03T00:00:00Z
DevOps Engineer
  • McLean, VA
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 68.01 - 74.51 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our company is seeking a talented DevOps Engineer to join our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will collaborate closely with development, QA, and IT teams to streamline and enhance deployment pipelines, automation, and cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate is adept at solving complex problems, communicates well, and is proactive in identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support scalable application development and deployment. Automate software build and deployment processes to improve reliability and efficiency. Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure (such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform). Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to infrastructure, deployment, and automation. Collaborate with developers and other team members to identify requirements and deliver technical solutions aligned with project goals. Maintain infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar. Implement and uphold security best practices in DevOps workflows and cloud architectures. Document procedures and share knowledge across the team to support a collaborative work environment.</p>
  • 2026-03-03T00:00:00Z
DevOps Engineer
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 70 - 100 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Job Title: DevOps Engineer (Platform Specialist)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Washington, DC (Hybrid – 2 days onsite near K Street/Penn Quarter)</p><p><strong>Company:</strong> Robert Half </p><p><strong>Experience Level:</strong> Mid-to-Senior (4+ years)</p><p>The Mission</p><p>Your goal is to make software delivery invisible. You will design and maintain the Internal Developer Platform (IDP) that our engineering teams use to deploy applications. You aren&#39;t just a &quot;support&quot; person; you are a builder who treats &quot;Infrastructure as Code&quot; as a product. Your focus will be on transitioning from traditional CI/CD to <strong>autonomous, self-healing pipelines.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-16T00:00:00Z
DevOps Engineer
  • Baltimore, MD
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 62.05 - 68.24 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Our company is seeking a talented DevOps Engineer to join our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will collaborate closely with development, QA, and IT teams to streamline and enhance deployment pipelines, automation, and cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate is adept at solving complex problems, communicates well, and is proactive in identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support scalable application development and deployment. Automate software build and deployment processes to improve reliability and efficiency. Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure (such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform). Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to infrastructure, deployment, and automation. Collaborate with developers and other team members to identify requirements and deliver technical solutions aligned with project goals. Maintain infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar. Implement and uphold security best practices in DevOps workflows and cloud architectures. Document procedures and share knowledge across the team to support a collaborative work environment.</p>
  • 2026-03-03T00:00:00Z
DevOps Engineer
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 68.27 - 74.24 USD / Hourly
  • Our company is seeking a talented DevOps Engineer to join our team on a contract basis. In this role, you will collaborate closely with development, QA, and IT teams to streamline and enhance deployment pipelines, automation, and cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate is adept at solving complex problems, communicates well, and is proactive in identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support scalable application development and deployment. Automate software build and deployment processes to improve reliability and efficiency. Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure (such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform). Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues related to infrastructure, deployment, and automation. Collaborate with developers and other team members to identify requirements and deliver technical solutions aligned with project goals. Maintain infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or similar. Implement and uphold security best practices in DevOps workflows and cloud architectures. Document procedures and share knowledge across the team to support a collaborative work environment.
  • 2026-03-03T00:00:00Z
Software Engineer in Test (SDET) – Java (Backend)
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 50 - 55 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Software Engineer in Test (SDET) – Java (Backend)</p><p><strong>Hybrid – Washington, DC </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Job Summary</p><p>We’re hiring a <strong>Software Engineer in Test (SDET)</strong> who can <strong>write automation code in Java</strong> and owns the <strong>full backend testing lifecycle</strong> for modern service-based systems. This role is <strong>100% backend</strong> (no UI/front-end testing) and focuses on validating <strong>microservices and APIs</strong> running in a containerized environment. You’ll work closely with engineering and product teams to identify risk early, build reliable automated coverage, and speak up when something isn’t ready.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Build and maintain <strong>Java-based automated tests</strong> for backend services and APIs.</li><li>Execute and improve the <strong>end-to-end testing process</strong> (test planning, test execution, defect validation, regression).</li><li>Test <strong>microservices</strong> and distributed systems, including service-to-service behavior and integration points.</li><li>Validate <strong>REST APIs</strong> and troubleshoot issues through logs, debugging, and structured investigation.</li><li>Support <strong>performance testing using Gatling</strong>; expand/maintain performance suites as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to <strong>raise concerns</strong>, communicate risk, and drive quality decisions.</li><li>Work with internal tooling used for automation and testing (no required external framework experience—strong fundamentals matter most).</li><li>Contribute to quality improvements across deployments and releases in <strong>Kubernetes</strong> environments.</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-16T00:00:00Z
Software Engineer
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 50 - 65 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Job Title: Software Engineer (Microsoft Stack / .NET)</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Washington, DC </p><p><strong>Company:</strong> Robert Half </p><p><strong>Tech Focus:</strong> .NET 10/11, Azure, Blazor, and AI-Integration</p><p><br></p><p>Role Overview</p><p>You will be responsible for designing and developing the next generation of enterprise applications that power the District’s most critical industries. In 2026, our &quot;Microsoft Stack&quot; isn&#39;t just about the backend; it&#39;s a full-stack journey using <strong>Blazor</strong> for interactive UIs, <strong>.NET Aspire</strong> for cloud-ready distribution, and <strong>Azure OpenAI</strong> to build intelligent features directly into the business workflow.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-16T00:00:00Z
Cyber Security Engineer
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 83 - 88 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Position Overview</p><p>We are seeking a Mid-Level Cyber Security Engineer to provide expert cyber domain guidance across compliance, vulnerability assessment, cyber defense, and incident response activities. This position supports a highly technical environment requiring hands‑on security engineering, risk assessment, and continuous monitoring across systems with varying classification levels. The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead or guide other technical staff in cyber‑related initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>This role is 100% onsite in Washington, DC and requires the ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Cyber Security Engineering &amp; Analysis</p><ul><li>Conduct and review complex cybersecurity assessments</li><li>Identify system vulnerabilities and areas of non‑compliance with cybersecurity standards</li><li>Recommend mitigation strategies and risk‑reduction approaches</li><li>Perform research, evaluation, and development in advanced cybersecurity areas</li></ul><p>Security Operations &amp; Monitoring</p><ul><li>Perform and maintain vulnerability scans, generating clear reports for leadership</li><li>Track and report Information Assurance Vulnerability Management (IAVM) compliance</li><li>Support incident response teams with domain-specific expertise</li><li>Maintain a library of security audit tools and related testing processes</li></ul><p>Risk Management &amp; Compliance</p><ul><li>Review and update Authorization to Operate (ATO) documentation</li><li>Manage and report Plan of Action &amp; Milestones (POA&amp;M) compliance</li><li>Review Certification &amp; Accreditation (C&amp;A) documentation for compliance and completeness</li><li>Ensure systems adhere to agency standards, regulatory frameworks, and RMF requirements</li></ul><p>Technical Leadership &amp; Collaboration</p><ul><li>Provide cybersecurity guidance to penetration testers, analysts, incident handlers, and support teams</li><li>Lead or support integration of cyber requirements into IT and communication systems</li><li>Assist with managing networks and systems across multiple classification environments</li><li>Coordinate with cross‑functional engineering teams and mentor technical staff</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-02-26T00:00:00Z
Cyber Security Engineer
  • Washington, DC
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 100 - 105 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Position Overview</p><p>We are seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to provide hands‑on cyber expertise across compliance, vulnerability management, incident response, and secure systems engineering. The role supports complex networks and systems (including multi‑classification environments), integrates cybersecurity into IT/communications platforms, and guides cross‑functional technical teams. This position is 100% onsite in Washington, DC and requires eligibility for a Public Trust.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Cyber Engineering &amp; Analysis</p><ul><li>Conduct and review technical cybersecurity assessments.</li><li>Identify vulnerabilities and non‑compliance with cybersecurity standards; recommend mitigations.</li><li>Perform research, design evaluation, technical development, and system integration planning.</li></ul><p>Security Operations &amp; Monitoring</p><ul><li>Perform and maintain vulnerability scans; produce clear reports and metrics.</li><li>Track and report IAVM (Information Assurance Vulnerability Management) compliance.</li><li>Maintain a curated library of security audit tools and procedures for testing, internal audits, incident response, and diagnosis.</li></ul><p>Risk Management &amp; Authorization</p><ul><li>Maintain Authorization to Operate (ATO) records and supporting artifacts.</li><li>Manage and report POA&amp;M (Plan of Action &amp; Milestones) compliance.</li><li>Review C&amp;A (Certification &amp; Accreditation) documentation for completeness and compliance.</li></ul><p>Architecture, Integration &amp; Leadership</p><ul><li>Integrate cybersecurity requirements with IT and communications systems.</li><li>Guide/coordinate activities of penetration testers, incident handlers, cyber analysts, and product support teams.</li><li>Lead or contribute to complex cyber, engineering, and architecture tasks; mentor technical staff as needed.</li></ul>
  • 2026-02-25T00:00:00Z