Business Analyst

Software Tester

Designation:
Computers/Software

Location:

Reston, VA

• Design, develop, and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts to validate functional and non-functional software requirements.
• Execute manual and automated testing across web and cloud-based applications, ensuring thorough validation of business processes and system workflows.
• Utilize tools such as Selenium, JUnit, TestNG and Postman to conduct regression, integration, performance, and API testing.
• Identify, document, and track software defects and inconsistencies, collaborating with development teams to ensure timely resolution.
• Develop and implement automation framework to improve testing efficiency and coverage, supporting CI/CD pipelines.
• Develop, maintain, and upgrade automated test scripts and architectures for application products.
• Conduct usability, accessibility, and cross-browser testing to ensure compliance with end-user expectations and federal standards.
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) by coordinating with business users and validating production readiness.
• Provide subject matter expertise in testing methodologies and best practices.
• Participate in all phases of risk management assessments and software development, with an emphasis on user requirements, test design, and test tool selection.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by analyzing testing outcomes and proposing enhancements to testing processes and tools.

• 5+ years of experience in software testing, including both manual and automated testing.
• 2+ years of experience with Selenium for automation testing.
• 1+ year of experience in accessibility testing, ensuring compliance with Section 508 standards.
• Proficient in using Selenium, Postman, JUnit, TestNG, or SoapUI to conduct robust functional, regression, and API testing across web and mobile platforms.
• Experience designing/maintaining automation frameworks: data/keyword-driven, hybrid, and Page Object Model to ensure scalable and reusable test automation.
• Skilled in Java, JavaScript, Python, SQL, and shell scripting for automating test scenarios, validating database operations, and developing custom test utilities.
• Hands‑on experience with JIRA, Zephyr, Test Rail, or HP ALM (Quality Center) for planning, managing, and reporting test cases, test cycles, and defects.
• CI/CD test integration via Jenkins, Git Lab, Git Hub, Azure for rapid QA.
• Conducted REST and SOAP web service validation using Postman, SoapUI, and Swagger; validated request/response payloads, headers, and error handling.
• Used JIRA or Azure Dev Ops to log, track, and manage software defects; collaborated with developers and BAs for root cause analysis and resolution verification.
• Validated backend processes and performed data integrity checks using SQL queries on Oracle, MySQL, and SQL Server during functional and integration testing.
• Tested applications across multiple environments including Windows to ensure cross‑platform compatibility and reliability.
• Familiar with testing applications deployed on AWS and Azure; validated cloud-based integrations, services, and infrastructure changes as part of Dev Ops workflows.
• Applied Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid models for testing and team ceremonies.
• Performed accessibility testing in compliance with Section 508 standards.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Business, or a related field from an accredited university or college.
• Certifications (Preferred): ISTQB Certification, 508 Trusted Tester Certification or other software quality assurance certification.
• Clearance:
  Must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive health benefits.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Professional development opportunities, including certification reimbursement.