machine learning engineer salaries in washington, district of columbia

job summary: We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test) Automation Engineer to join our team at a prominent Randstad client in the DC area. The ideal candidate will have over a decade of hands-on experience in designing, building, and maintaining robust automation frameworks for a wide range of applications, including web, mobile (iOS/Android), and API services. This senior-level role requires a deep understanding of advanced Java concepts, integration with CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure, and a passion for promoting a "shift-left" testing culture. The successful candidate will not only write and execute automation scripts but also act as a technical leader, mentoring other engineers, defining best practices, and collaborating closely with DevOps, SRE, and development teams to ensure software quality and reliability.   location: Washington, Washington, D.C. job type: Contract salary: $45 - 55 per hour work hours: 9am to 5pm education: Bachelors   responsibilities: Create, maintain, and evaluate software automation test scripts for both UI and API, incorporating dynamic test data to ensure comprehensive test coverage. Provide training and guidance on automation test concepts and best practices to other team members. Gather and validate application requirements, including functional, performance, and load testing needs. Develop and maintain test plans and test cases, and manage defect reporting and tracking within JIRA. Execute manual and automated software testing for installation, functional, performance, load, integration, and regression testing as required. Document process improvements related to test automation and generate detailed test execution reports. Coordinate and prioritize test development activities while working with multiple development teams and software projects. Collaborate with DevOps, SRE, and engineering teams to integrate AI insights and automation into CI/CD pipelines. Champion "shift-left" testing practices by sharing automation expertise with development teams.  qualifications: 10+ years of hands-on experience in Automation Testing using Selenium, Cucumber, TestNG, Appium, or Webdriver IO. Previous experience with Amtrak is highly preferred. Advanced proficiency in Java, including multi-threading, POJO, and JS scripting. Extensive experience in building and enhancing automation frameworks. Hands-on experience with mobile automation testing (Android/iOS/AVD/Xcode/XCUITest/XCTest) using Appium for native and hybrid apps. Expertise in API automation with Rest Assured framework, including JSON/GSON objects and various HTTP protocols (GET/PUT/POST/DELETE). Working knowledge of integrating automation pipelines with cloud infrastructure (AWS) for automated file management. Experience with custom reporting tools such as HTML-based reports, BDD reports, Kibana, or other dynamic reporting solutions. Proficiency in web-based mobile testing, ADA testing, and PCI vulnerability testing. Experience in testing Mainframe applications and working with AWS applications. Hands-on experience with Charles Proxy servers for debugging and analysis. Knowledge of integrating UI automation codes with API request/response structures. Familiarity with GitHub Copilot and Codium (qodo) for test automation and CI/CD optimization. Experience with writing SQL queries and testing stored procedures.  skills: Automation Framework Expertise: The ability to design, build, and enhance robust test automation frameworks. Java Programming: Advanced proficiency in Java, including complex concepts like multi-threading and object-oriented design. Mobile Testing: Hands-on experience with native and hybrid mobile app testing on both iOS and Android platforms. API Automation: Expertise in automating tests for APIs using frameworks like Rest Assured. CI/CD Integration: Strong understanding and practical experience in integrating automation into continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines. Cloud & Infrastructure Knowledge: Familiarity with cloud services (like AWS) and integrating automation pipelines with them. Mentorship & Leadership: The ability to train, guide, and mentor other engineers on automation best practices. Analytical Thinking: The skill to gather and validate requirements, and to debug and analyze complex application issues. Shift-Left Methodology: A proactive approach to promoting early and frequent testing within the development lifecycle. Cross-Functional Collaboration: The capacity to work effectively with various teams, including development, DevOps, and SRE. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

A boutique IP law firm has a need for a Patent Agent - Electrical Engineering. In this role you will support clients with their patent prosecution needs.  This is a hybrid role with in office work Monday-Wednesday. Free parking. Beautiful office overlooking the Potomac.  Position requires: (a) BS in electrical engineering (b) 1+ years of patent prosecution experience; (c) ability to independently work a docket right away; (d) USPTO license Billable hour minimum is 1800. Includes a base salary, bonus, and excellent benefits, including profit sharing. salary: $130,000 - $220,000 per yearshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilitiesPatent ProsecutionSkillsPatent LawQualificationsYears of experience: 1 yearExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

A boutique IP law firm has a need for a Patent Attorney. In this role you will support clients with their patent prosecution needs.  This is a hybrid role with in office work Monday-Wednesday. Free parking. Beautiful office overlooking the Potomac.  Position requires: (a) BS in electrical engineering (b) 1+ years of patent prosecution experience; (c) ability to independently work a docket right away; (d) USPTO license Billable hour minimum is 1800. Includes a base salary, bonus, and excellent benefits, including profit sharing. salary: $150,000 - $235,000 per yearshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: DoctoralResponsibilitiesPatent ProsecutionSkillsPatent LawQualificationsYears of experience: 1 yearExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.