Software QA Tester

Position Title & Code: Software QA Tester - DMV

Location: 200 I Street, SE Washington DC 20003

Project End Date: 09/30/2026 (With Possible extension to next fiscal year)

Complete Description:

• The client Application Software Quality Assurance program, in conjunction with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) application, will empower citizens of DC to promote the safe operation of motor vehicles and public safety, while providing outstanding customer service. This application will require the development and implementation of a DMV application to build a comprehensive digital government experience that empowers residents, businesses, and visitors to navigate the process of driver's license and support each step along the way.
• The QA Tester will test the client application to meet the project objectives and support new or expanding business objectives. This will include requirements review/analysis, creating test cases, test case execution, and creating defects for the new or updated software applications.
• Candidate must have technical proficiency for testing Software Applications along with proficiency in Jira. Candidates should be able to participate in the entire development lifecycle from design through deployment. The ability to perform requirements review, write test cases, automate test cases, execute test cases, and create defects is essential. Be able to communicate with the Project Team for defects/issues identified during testing.
• The QA Tester will work in an Agile Team environment to perform software application testing to verify and validate that the application requirements are covered, and to improve our internal and client-facing environment.
• The QA Tester will be working in a supportive and fast-paced team with the development team, and will have opportunities to increase their professional knowledge.

The Candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Performing Software Application Testing of customized solutions within the software platform to support critical business functions and meet the project objectives, client use requirements and company goals
• Write automated test scripts based on the User Stories and develop a methodology
• Communication with project management, clients, and other developers to ensure effective collaboration throughout the testing phase as a team player
• Knowledge of the database understanding and schemas to validate the test results
• Knowledge in API testing and understanding the wireframes in Figma/XD.
• Maintaining a flexible and proactive work environment to facilitate a quick response to changing project requirements and customer objectives and innovate ways to meet mission goals successfully.
• Direct interaction with clients, managers, and end users is necessary to analyze project objectives and capability requirements, including specifications for user interfaces, customized applications, and interactions with internal and external instances.
• Collaboration with various internal departments, including development and operations, to ensure new DMV application supports internal needs relating to functionality and performance.

CONTRACT JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

• Develop test strategies, plans, and test cases (functional, automation, integration, regression).
• Execute manual and automated tests, track defects, and ensure resolution with proper documentation.
• Automate test cases using test automation frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, ACCELQ, etc.).
• Collaborate with developers and business analysts to refine requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Perform cross-browser usability testing.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.
• Document test results, maintain test artifacts.
• Use defect tracking tools JIRA and manage the defect lifecycle.
• Ensure and follow all client standards.

Minimum Qualifications / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
• 8 years' experience in software testing / QA.
• Experience with test case management and defect tracking tools (JIRA).
• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks (Selenium, ACCELQ).
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Must have worked with version control.
• Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail.

Preferred / Desirable Qualifications

• Automation testing experience (e.g., Selenium, ACCELQ).
• Security testing knowledge.
• Experience in REST API along with integration testing.

Skill Assessment: (Please include the years of experience last used and brief description on skills below, information is to be submitted along with the resume)