Mid-Level Tester

Mid-Level Tester (Remote) Responsibilities

• Interact with developers and other stakeholders to define, document, analyze, execute, and interpret system integration tests for a complex payroll software application
• Review user requirements documentation and develop test plans to verify requirements have been met
• Develop test data for performing tests
• Transform test plans into test scripts
• Ensure proper execution of test scripts and document test results in tracking systems
• Analyze test results, document conclusions, and make recommendations supported by test results
• Ensure testing procedures and results are in compliance with required US Government Client Technology Solution Life Cycle (TSLC) standards
• Functional Testing: verify that each feature of the software works as specified in the requirements
  • Smoke Testing:
    Quick, initial testing for critical functions
  • Regression Testing:
    Ensure new code changes haven't broken existing functionality
  • End‑to‑End (E2E) Testing:
    Validate complete system/user flows from start to finish

• Strong knowledge of software development cycle and testing methodologies
• Proficient in running manual tests and able to incorporate automated testing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce expenses
• Payroll domain knowledge:
  • Understanding of payroll cycles, tax calculations, deductions, benefits, etc.
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations
  • Payroll calculations such as gross‑to‑net pay, benefits deductions, garnishments, bonuses
  • Payroll cycle end‑to‑end processes such as new hire onboarding, timesheet and HR integration, payroll simulation, paycheck creation, termination/final pay processing
  • Retroactive calculations and back pay for salary revisions
  • Basic understanding of accounting related to payroll
• Experience using AI‑driven tools that automatically generate test scripts based on system requirements, user stories, or existing application behavior
• Attention to Detail: critical for identifying discrepancies in payroll calculations that could lead to financial penalties or legal issues
• Problem‑Solving
  
  Skills:
  
  ability to analyze issues and payroll anomalies, determine if a discrepancy is a system bug or input error, and work with developers to resolve them
• Strong Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  clear communication with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders
• Time Management: manage testing schedules to meet deadlines and payroll cycles
• Successful candidates will ensure quality software solutions that meet the specified requirements and reduce the risk of errors and customer dissatisfaction

• Dev Sec Ops
• Agile Scrum
• Version One or equivalent Agile project management software
• Knowledge of and experience with SDLC practices
• PLSQL
• Payroll systems and processing
• AI/ML tools (CoPilot, WatsonX, ReDux, others) for code analysis, pattern recognition, or modernization support
• Mainframe knowledge a plus

• A minimum of eight (8) years experience in software development, software quality assurance/control, and/or related field
• A degree from an accredited College/University in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline is preferred
• Able to perform all functional duties independently on high‑visibility programs or mission­critical aspects of a program
• Able to oversee the efforts of direct reporting resources and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job
• Experience training/mentoring less experienced personnel
• Extensive knowledge of and experience with formal software testing for complex software applications
• Extensive experience testing software applications, identifying/documenting defects, and working with developers and end users to resolve defects
• Extensive experience with multiple defect tracking tools (e.g., Rational, Mercury)
• Extensive experience authoring software‑quality‑related documentation such as requirements specifications, test plans, test cases, test scripts and test reports
• Able to obtain Postal clearance
• Excellent communication skills

• Pass both a client‑mandated clearance process that includes drug screening, criminal history check and…