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Software Quality Assurance Tester

Actalent
Madison, WI Contractor
POSTED ON 7/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/10/2026

Job Title: Software Quality Assurance Tester

Job Description

The V&V Engineer will be an integral part of the product test team, supporting a software product that features an adaptive therapy for a precision medical device. This role involves supporting all software updates for a device that stores data for creating patient plans, generating reports, and is primarily built in Java, focusing on user interface testing. Test cases are pre-written, hence the role will be concentrated on executing these tests. Testing will be continuous until October, after which the focus will shift to formal execution.

Responsibilities

  • Execute pre-written test cases for a precision medical device software.
  • Support software updates by testing user interfaces built in Java.
  • Collaborate with the product test team to ensure thorough testing and quality assurance.

Essential Skills

  • Proficiency in software testing, verification, and validation.
  • Experience in quality assurance and software quality assurance processes.
  • Ability to develop and design test cases, as well as write requirements.
  • Experience with hardware and software test plans.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
  • 3 years of experience in creating and editing test plans.
  • 3 years of experience in test execution.
  • 3 years of experience with Java applications.
  • 3 years of experience in isolating issues and problem-solving.

Work Environment

The role offers a great long-term opportunity for exposure to the R&D space and medical devices. The individual will work fairly independently, focusing on testing and ensuring quality assurance in a collaborative yet autonomous setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $49.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $40 - $49

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