Software Tester

Our Mission

At Dobbs Defense, we deliver mission‑centric IT, Cyber, and data analytics solutions for our government and commercial clients through the convergence of automation, innovation, training, and education. Delivering high‑quality IT, cybersecurity, and data analytics solutions through proven and innovative methods is our vision.

Dobbs Defense Solutions is looking for a Software Tester to add to our team. The Software Tester will support manual and automated testing activities across multiple application releases. This role is responsible for developing and executing test cases, documenting results, and tracking defects to ensure software quality and readiness for deployment. The tester will work closely with development, architecture, and project teams to validate system functionality and support ongoing release cycles.

• Develop, maintain, and execute test cases and test procedures for functional, integration, regression, and system testing.
• Document detailed test execution results using established tracking methods (e.g., Excel‑based test logs).
• Log, track, and manage defects and enhancements in Jira through resolution.
• Validate requirements against delivered functionality to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Participate in test case walkthroughs with development and project teams.
• Support post‑deployment validation and production verification activities.
• Provide clear and timely status updates on testing progress and defect trends.
• Contribute to test readiness activities, including validation of test data and environments.
• Identify gaps in test coverage and recommend improvements.

Required

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and 4–7 years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing test cases within an Agile team.
• Ability to manage testing tasks across multiple concurrent releases.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while escalating risks appropriately.
• Experience using Jira for defect tracking and workflow management.
• Experience using Confluence and SharePoint for documentation and collaboration.
• Familiarity with X‑Ray or similar test management tools is preferred.
• Experience documenting test results in structured formats (e.g., Excel or similar tools).
• Exposure to test automation tools or frameworks (Selenium, Postman, or similar) is a plus.
• Experience executing API, regression, integration, and functional testing.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.

Hybrid; 2 days per week on‑site in Ashburn, VA required.

Ability to obtain and maintain CBP clearance.

Dobbs Defense Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), gender expression and transgender status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital or domestic partner status, genetic information, citizenship, low‑income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

Pay range information will be disclosed consistent with applicable state and local pay transparency laws once available. For this position, the anticipated salary range is $95,000.00‑$ annually, depending on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.