Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens

• This announcement serves as public notice. Applications submitted be placed into a pool and will remain on file for selection as positions become available.
• Vacancies may be filled for up to 6 months after the closing date of this announcement. Applicants may not receive notifications of referral status until the full 6-month eligibility period has elapsed.
• Positions filled with applications from this pool will be placed into positions where artificial intelligence duties occupy the majority of the work performed.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship required
• Selective Service Registration, if applicable (www.sss.gov)
• Fingerprinting and background and/or security investigation may be required
• Job offers are contingent on fingerprinting and background / security investigation results
• Selectees may be required to serve a 1 year probationary period
• Relocation expenses will not be paid
• All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement
• Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

Qualifications

Resumes exceeding two pages in length will not be considered, please visit the new resume guidance for more information.

Duties

• Design, develop, and maintain automated test scripts using cutting-edge tools like Selenium, Cucumber, and more.
• Implement Behavior Driven Development (BDD) practices, crafting clear and effective test scenarios in Gherkin syntax.
• Develop and execute API tests with Parasoft and Ready API to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Git and leading automation platforms.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and QA team members to ensure comprehensive test coverage and alignment with requirements.
• Analyze test results, identify defects, and work closely with development teams to resolve issues quickly.
• Document test plans, test cases, and test results to maintain transparency and quality standards.
• Continuously improve test automation frameworks, processes, and best practices to stay ahead of industry trends.
• Participate in code reviews, providing feedback on testability and overall quality.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in test automation and quality assurance.
• Identify and implement AI-driven enhancements in test automation, such as intelligent test case prioritization, automated defect classification, and adaptive test maintenance.
• Assess existing testing processes and propose AI-powered solutions to increase automation, reduce manual effort, and improve overall system performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to pilot and adopt AI-based tools for test automation and quality assurance.

• Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; know about available products and services; and is committed to providing quality products and services.
• Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
• Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

The evaluation you receive is based on your responses to the online assessment questions completed during the application process.

Please make sure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your evaluation.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

Resumes exceeding two pages will not be considered. To be considered, your resume must:

• Clearly demonstrate your qualifications for the position
• Include your contact information

We recommend using a clear, easy-to-read format and focusing on information most relevant to the job announcement

• proof of eligibility with your application. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation Notice of Personnel Action, (SF-50); and
• proof of your most recent performance rating of at least "fully successful" (Level III) or equivalent.

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