AI Test Engineer - Entry, Nuclear QA & Automation

The Nuclear Company

Washington, District of Columbia, USFull-timeMid80,000 - 150,000Posted Jun 28, 2026

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Job description

The Nuclear Company is seeking an AI Engineer 1 in Washington, DC, to focus on test automation and quality practices for the Nuclear Operating System. This role is crucial for ensuring that all modules meet rigorous nuclear regulation standards while leveraging AI to enhance testing practices. Interested candidates should possess a computer science degree and have 0-2 years of experience, preferably with a background in test automation. The position offers a competitive salary and an inclusive work environment.

Job highlights

•Role: AI Test Engineer - Entry, Nuclear QA & Automation
•Company: The Nuclear Company
•Location: Washington, District of Columbia, US
•Type: Full-time
•Experience: Mid
•Compensation: 80,000 - 150,000
•Seniority: Mid
•Posted: Jun 28, 2026

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Q1.Where do you use AI in your day-to-day QA workflow, and where do you avoid it?
Q2.Walk me through a bug you found that shipped anyway — how did you handle it?
Q3.How do you decide what to automate vs test manually for a new feature?
Q4.How would you set up a test strategy for this team in your first 30 days?
Q5.Describe your ideal defect triage process with product + engineering.

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Salary context

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80,000 - 150,000

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