Software Tester

Designation : Computers/Software

Location : Reston, Va


Duties and Essential Responsibilities

  • – 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, collaboarting 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.

 

Technical Skills & Expertise

  • – 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, TestRail, or HP ALM (Quality Center) for planning, managing, and reporting test cases, test cycles, and defects.
  • – CI/CD test integration via Jenkins, GitLab, GitHub, 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 DevOps 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 DevOps workflows.
  • – Applied Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid models for testing and team ceremonies.
  • – Performed accessibility testing in compliance with Section 508 standards.

 

Minimum Education & Certifications

  • – 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.

 

The Company

A company dedicated to delivering high-quality software development and testing solutions, ensuring performance, security, and compliance.

 

The Perks

  • – 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

 

If you experience any difficulties submitting your resume, please send it directly to HR@appteon.com.


Apply Now


    close
    Start typing to see posts you are looking for.
    Scroll To Top