Testing Lead/Architect

About Niyam IT, Inc. (Niyam)

Niyam IT was founded in 2007 by a group of consultants who shared a unique vision: a technology company steeped in orderly process yet driven by passion and innovation. Over the following decade, we fine-tuned our craft and built an impressive track record of successful outcomes, securing our reputation as the go-to provider of smart, innovative solutions.

Today, Niyam is at the forefront of the industry, leading the way in crafting mission-critical technologies for Emergency Preparedness & Response, Natural Resource Management, Law Enforcement & Justice, Health IT, and Global Citizen Services.

What We Offer:

• Flexible Work Hours: Life doesn’t always fit into a 9-to-5 schedule. We offer flexibility to help you manage your work-life balance effectively.
• Remote Work: Niyam understands the value of flexibility. We offer remote work.
• Career Growth: Niyam is not just a job; it’s a career journey. We provide a supportive environment for your professional development and offer fully paid opportunities for training and advancement within the company.
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• Great Environment: Niyam fosters a great environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We believe in the strength of diverse perspectives. Your unique ideas are welcomed and celebrated every day at Niyam.

Join us in creating a workplace where innovation, diversity, and well-being thrive. Your journey at Niyam awaits. Apply today!

Niyam is seeking a Testing Lead/Architect to join our team in support of our work with a federal client. We offer competitive compensation and benefits. This leadership position focuses on directing a comprehensive testing organization for high-scale enterprise applications. The role requires a strategic approach to automated testing, performance engineering, and accessibility compliance to maintain robust software quality standards.   Candidate must be able to work onsite at client location in Ashburn, VA at least 4 days/week. 

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of over 30 specialists, including  automated testers,  performance testers, and  accessibility testers.
• Manage and scale Kubernetes-based environments for performance testing and automated test grids.
• Drive the evolution of Java-based testing frameworks to support modern tools like Playwright alongside existing Selenium implementations.
• Oversee the consolidation of complex performance data into actionable reports using automation and data visualization tools.
• Champion BDD-driven accessibility testing to ensure software meets high-level compliance standards.
• Develop bespoke scripts and internal tools using Python, Node.js, or Go to automate data reporting, consolidate performance metrics, and streamline infrastructure tasks.

Requirements:

• US Citizen with ability to successfully complete federal background investigation.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in the IT field with a proven record of excelling at a diverse set of technical tasks.
• Expert-level experience in building and maintaining pluggable automation frameworks. 
• Deep proficiency with Kubernetes, Helm, and Podman for infrastructure management. 
• Extensive experience working within enterprise cloud environments, specifically Amazon AWS.
• Proven ability to design and maintain a high volume of complex CI/CD pipelines to support rapid deployment cycles. 
• Proficiency in Python, Node.js, and Go for utility development and process automation. 
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts and code demonstrations clearly to stakeholders and clients. 
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.
  
• Must be local to Ashburn, VA and available to work onsite at least 4 days/week.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with mobile application testing (iOS and/or Android) including functional and usability testing.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

Niyam IT, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity (“EEO”) Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, disability, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.