Software Quality Assurance Specialist / Application Tester Jobs
Listed on 2026-08-16
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Software Development
Software Testing
Software Quality Assurance Specialist / Application Tester
We're seeking a Software Quality Assurance Specialist / Application Tester. You'll provide independent testing services throughout the development lifecycle for Intelligence Production Systems Applications and Services. The program supports the full intelligence production pipeline — from drafting and collaboration to dissemination and conveyance to policy makers. This role is critical to ensuring the quality, reliability, and security of applications that support mission-critical operations.
Compensation $150,000 - $250,000 (depending on experience) Security Clearance Required TS/SCI w/ Full Scope Poly
- Perform independent testing services continuously throughout the development lifecycle
- Design and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for new and existing applications
- Conduct unit testing, integration testing, regression testing, and user acceptance testing
- Test mobile applications built for iOS using Apple ecosystem tools (Xcode, Swift, SwiftUI)
- Validate applications supporting intelligence production, collaboration, dissemination, and conveyance workflows
- Identify, document, and track defects through resolution
- Collaborate with development teams within Agile sprints to ensure quality standards are met
- Leverage enterprise Sec Dev Ops tools (Git Hub, Jenkins) for automated testing and CI/CD integration
- Conduct maintenance testing on existing infrastructure and applications
- Provide test status reporting and quality metrics to stakeholders
- Active TS/SCI clearance with Full Scope Polygraph
- Experience with Agile development methodology
- Experience with testing of new applications across the full development lifecycle
- Experience performing independent testing services continuously throughout the development lifecycle
- Experience with enterprise Sec Dev Ops tools (Git Hub, Jenkins)
- Experience ensuring that software development encompasses unit/integration testing, user acceptance testing, and coordination of system changes
- Familiarity with application development in Ruby, Java, JavaScript, Type Script, HTML, C/Objective C, R, and/or Python
- Experience with mobile application testing, especially under iOS or the Apple ecosystem
- Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks
- Experience with performance and load testing
- Experience supporting Intelligence Community clients
- Knowledge of information security testing practices
- Experience with test management and defect tracking tools
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS)
- ISTQB or similar software testing certification
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Competitive salary: $150,000 - $250,000 (based on experience) 6% 401(k) match + 4% annual profit sharing Comprehensive health insurance 25 days PTO + 11 federal holidays Mission-critical work supporting national security Onsite at client location in Chantilly/McLean, VA Collaborative, mission-driven team culture Direct impact on national security operations Small company environment with significant growth potential
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