Cleared Java Manual Tester

Insight Global; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is looking for a software tester in Washington D.C. This role requires performing comprehensive testing of software applications, developing and executing test cases, and utilizing Azure DevOps for defect tracking. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree with extensive experience in software testing methodologies and must possess an active Secret or TS clearance. The position offers a long-term contract, with a salary range of $100K - $110K and requires being onsite 2-3 days a week.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to quickly understand and work with complex software systems.
• Strong background in structured software testing methodologies.
• Proficiency with Azure DevOps for organizing test cases.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive testing of software applications.
• Develop clear and structured test cases based on requirements.
• Execute functional, regression, and exploratory testing.

Skills

Understanding complex software systems

Software testing methodologies

Using Azure DevOps

Education

Bachelor’s degree and ten years relevant experience

Master’s degree and five years relevant experience

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Clearance

Active Secret or TS clearance is required for this position

Location

2-3 days a week onsite in Washington D.C.

Contract

Long Term Contract

Pay Rate:

$100K - $110K

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive testing of current and future software applications and modules, ensuring high-quality delivery for our customers.
• Develop clear, thorough, and well‑structured test cases based on requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria, applying strong knowledge of software engineering principles.
• Execute functional, regression, and exploratory testing across multiple environments. Validate new features, enhancements, and defect fixes, and document results with precision and clarity.
• Log defects in Azure DevOps (ADO) with detailed reproduction steps, expected vs. actual outcomes, and supporting evidence. Collaborate closely with developers to drive timely resolution and maintain transparent communication.
• Take full ownership of assigned testing tasks, delivering high quality work with minimal supervision.
• Apply sound judgment and problem‑solving techniques to meet objectives while working under general direction.
• Participate actively in Agile ceremonies—including daily stand ups, sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives—while collaborating with team members in an Azure DevOps environment.
• Analyze customer needs, quickly learn new tools and technologies, and contribute to effective solutions both independently and within a cross‑functional team.
• Prepare and deliver demonstrations of newly implemented functionality to customers or stakeholders, clearly articulating changes, expected behavior, and business value while confidently addressing questions.

Required Skills

• Proven ability to quickly understand and work with complex software systems, technical workflows, and application architectures.
• Strong background in structured software testing methodologies, with hands‑on experience creating, executing, and documenting detailed test procedures.
• Proficiency with test management and defect tracking tools, particularly Azure DevOps (ADO), for organizing test cases, tracking progress, and reporting defects.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) years of relevant experience; master’s and five (5) years of relevant experience.

Clearance

• Active Secret or TS clearance is required for this position.