We are looking for QA Test Engineer with AI/ML for our client in Columbia MD.
Job Title: QA Test Engineer with AI/ML
Job Location: Columbia MD
Job Type: Contract
Job Overview:
Pay Range: $57.40hr - $62.40hr
Requirement/Must Have:
- Detailed knowledge of Salesforce applications, ML model lifecycle, and Generative AI concepts including LLMs, prompt engineering, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), and vector databases.
- 3+ years of relevant testing experience with a strong background in Software QA with cloud technologies, including 3+ years of experience with hands-on exposure to AI/ML application testing.
- 2+ years of relational database experience including generating complex queries, setting up database connections, and automating query processing, with familiarity in querying ML feature stores or data pipelines.
- Experience in automated and manual testing in cloud environments, particularly for AI/ML and Gen AI applications, including validation of model outputs, embeddings, and LLM-generated responses.
- Experience designing test strategies for non-deterministic systems, including techniques for evaluating accuracy, relevance, and safety of Gen AI outputs.
- 1+ years of experience with BDD/Selenium and automation tools, with a plus for experience in AI testing frameworks.
- Experience using Agile team collaboration and requirements management tools (Jira, Confluence).
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to clearly articulate AI/ML testing findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong aptitude to learn and adapt to emerging AI/ML technologies and evolving Gen AI tooling.
- Familiarity with AWS AI/ML services (SageMaker, Bedrock) or equivalent cloud AI platforms is a plus.
- Bachelor s degree required; technical degree preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct deep technical analysis and testing of AI/ML and Generative AI systems, including validation and verification of model outputs, prompt behavior, and end-to-end application workflows.
- Participate in Business Requirements reviews and collaborate with systems analysts and developers to fully test application changes, including AI/ML model integrations and Gen AI features.
- Understand functional specifications and scope of releases to design robust testing harnesses that ensure quality delivery of AI-powered applications.
- Write complex SQL queries for retrieval of data from multi-database environments, including querying ML feature stores and model metadata.
- Apply expert systems analysis and design techniques to complex enterprise systems, with a focus on validating Gen AI outputs, LLM responses, and ML model predictions.
- Maintain broad knowledge of data sources/flow, interactions of complex systems, and the capabilities and limitations of AI/ML systems, including model drift, hallucination detection, and bias evaluation.
- Work closely with Product Owners, developers, Data Scientists, and stakeholders to understand AI/ML product specifics and create corresponding test strategies, including evaluation frameworks for generative outputs.
- Execute manual and exploratory testing on frontend (UI) and backend (API) systems, including AI/ML inference endpoints and Gen AI prompt pipelines.
- Develop and maintain testing suites for a large-scale Salesforce environment integrated with AI/ML capabilities such as Salesforce Einstein and external LLM services.
- Responsible for front-end and back-end testing for applications built on the Salesforce platform, including AI-driven features and automated decision systems.
Skills:
- Salesforce.
- Machine Learning.
- Generative AI.
- LLM.
- Prompt Engineering.
- RAG.
- Vector Databases.
- SQL.
- Oracle.
- Cloud Technologies.
- BDD.
- Selenium.
- Jira.
- Confluence.
- AWS SageMaker.
- AWS Bedrock.
Qualification And Education:
- Bachelor s degree required; technical degree preferred.
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Benefits
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities
Disclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Systems Inc. reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.
About Cynet Systems
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading technology staffing and workforce solutions company serving Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and enterprise organizations across the United States and Canada. We deliver agile, scalable talent solutions across IT, engineering, life sciences, clinical, and professional staffing, powered by a high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia.
As a nationally and locally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Cynet Systems is committed to helping organizations build high-performing teams while empowering professionals to grow rewarding careers. Our organization is certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 Type II standards, reflecting our commitment to quality, security, operational excellence, and customer success.
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