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Quality Assurance Tester (Remote)

Job summary

Nashville
Software Developer

Work model

Fully remote
Only US
2 weeks ago
Job description

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Quality Assurance (QA) Tester to oversee SQA activities such as test planning, test documentation, reviews, tracking and reporting on testing results to support the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Data Modernization initiative. This position is responsible for testing, customer and resource management, self-service request management, sustainment, and cloud migration. This position is fully remote, located in the United States.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor the performance of SQA Testing, provide clarification and assistance required to complete the testing, assure that all testing is completed, and all test results are reported.
  • Report all findings and test incidences in a testing status report and the Defect Log.
  • Work closely with development team to develop and execute test strategies, plans, and test cases based on requirements.
  • Perform functional, regression, integration, system, UAT, smoke, and end‑to‑end testing across web, API, cloud, and database environments.
  • Build and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks using Selenium WebDriver and Visual Studio tools.
  • Conduct API and web‑services testing using SOAPUI, Postman, and XML/JSON validation.
  • Perform accessibility testing per Section 508 and WCAG 2.0 AA standards using JAWS.
  • Execute backend testing in SQL Server.
  • Conduct cloud‑focused QA activities within Azure environments.
  • Participate in CI/CD workflows and version control using GitHub and related DevOps tools.
  • Execute performance, load, and stress tests using JMeter, LoadRunner, etc.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in an Agile/Scrum environment.
  • Document test results, manage defects, and ensure traceability using ALM, JIRA, RTC, and Confluence.
  • Support UAT planning, execution, and reporting, including incident and compliance documentation.
  • Perform production validation and post‑release quality checks.
  • Ensure compliance with HIPAA, security, data governance, and accessibility requirements throughout testing.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or a related field (or commensurate experience).
  • 15 years of experience in business analysis, project management, or a similar role.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Experience in healthcare, finance, government, or technology environments.
  • Familiarity with project management tools and frameworks such as Jira, ServiceNow, and SharePoint.

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Experience with Selenium WebDriver, Visual Studio tools, SOAPUI, Postman, XML/JSON.
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools.
  • Experience with JAWS, SQL server, Azure environments, ALM, JIRA, RTC, and Confluence.
  • Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner, Scrum Team Certification).
  • Knowledge of various operating systems (Linux, Windows) and database tools (MS Access, MySQL, Toad, SQL Developer).
  • Strong analytical skills with experience identifying workflow inefficiencies and recommending improvements.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and documentation skills.
  • Experience supporting user onboarding workflows, service intake processes, or enterprise access provisioning.

Clearance Required

  • Ability to obtain and maintain a suitability/Public Trust.

Posted Salary Range

  • USD $175,000.00 - USD $200,000.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

GovCIO is a team of transformers passionate about transforming government IT. We deliver innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

Interview & Hiring Process

If selected, you can expect:

  • Virtual video interview with the hiring manager and/or team.
  • Enhanced Biometrics ID verification screening.
  • Background check, including criminal history (past 7 years), education verification, and employment history verification (past 7 years).

Employee Perks

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate Discounts
  • Learning & Development platform
  • Training, Education and Certification Assistance
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Internal Mobility Program
  • Pet Insurance
  • Flexible Work Environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.