Federal Quality Engineer Associate - AI, Cloud & Testing

IBM Computing; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM is seeking a Federal Associate Quality Engineer 2027 in Herndon, VA to join the US Federal team delivering secure, mission-critical software solutions. You’ll contribute to agile testing, automate validation, and collaborate with government clients to meet compliance and security standards.

You will gain exposure to cloud platforms, data testing, and AI-related techniques while working with mentors and a supportive professional community across IBM practices.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of software testing processes.
• Introductory development background welcomed.
• Familiarity with cloud computing concepts.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, technology-based consulting environment.
• Exposure to AI concepts, ethics, and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Build automated tests using Selenium, Protractor, or similar tools.
• Create test data and test environments.
• Write and execute test scripts under supervision and validate outcomes.
• Identify and document software issues aligned with requirements.
• Present results clearly to clients and project teams.

Skills

Software testing basics

Introductory development background

Cloud concepts

Adaptability in consulting

Exposure to AI concepts

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

Selenium

Test Data Management Tools

Performance Testing Tools

Job description

IBM is seeking a Federal Associate Quality Engineer 2027 in Herndon, VA to join the US Federal team delivering secure, mission-critical software solutions. You’ll contribute to agile testing, automate validation, and collaborate with government clients to meet compliance and security standards.

You will gain exposure to cloud platforms, data testing, and AI-related techniques while working with mentors and a supportive professional community across IBM practices.