QA Engineer

Cymertek Corporation; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Salaries

Flexible Work Schedule

401k Matching

Job summary

Cymertek Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented QA Engineer in Reston, VA. The role requires collaboration with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to design and execute comprehensive testing strategies ensuring reliability and performance of our systems.

The position emphasizes manual and automated testing, API validation, and defect tracking. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is expected, with experience in CI/CD or DevOps considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Experience testing software across APIs and interfaces is preferred.
• Strong ability to analyze defects and report findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans and test cases.
• Analyze and report bugs with reproducible steps.
• Collaborate with development and product teams to improve quality.
• Maintain and refresh test environments and data.
• Ensure compliance with project and quality standards.
• Document test results and provide actionable insights.

Skills

Manual testing

Automation testing

API testing

Defect tracking

Test case development

Regression testing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

QA Engineer

LOCATION

Reston, VA 20190

CLEARANCE

TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position requires full U.S. Citizenship)

KEY SUMMARY

We are looking for a detail-oriented and passionate QA Engineer to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality software solutions. In this role, you will collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to design and execute comprehensive testing strategies that ensure the reliability and performance of our systems. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love solving problems, and are committed to maintaining excellence in every stage of the development lifecycle, we encourage you to apply!

SIMILAR CAREER TITLES

Quality Assurance Specialist, Software Tester, Test Engineer, Automation Engineer, Quality Engineer, Validation Engineer, Manual Tester, QA Analyst, Software Quality Engineer, Test Automation Developer, etc.

DEGREE (Level Desired)

Bachelor's Degree

DEGREE (Focus)

Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Data Science, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Quality Management, etc.

ALTERNATE EXPERIENCE

General comment on degrees: Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some contracts give 4-5 years experience credit for a Bachelor's Degree. Some contracts give 2 years experience credit for a Master's Degree. We will work with you to find the right fit.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and execute test plans
• Analyze and report bugs
• Collaborate with teams
• Maintain test environments
• Ensure compliance with standards
• Document test results

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Manual testing
• Automation testing tools
• API testing
• Defect tracking
• Test case development
• Regression testing

DESIRED SKILLS

• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with DevOps
• Performance testing
• Security testing
• Cross-browser testing
• Understanding of UX principles

PLUG IN to CYMERTEK - And design your future...

YOUR FOREVER CAREER STARTS HERE

Are you looking for more than just a job? Join a company where employees are treated like family, and your career is built to last. We are a growing small business and a trusted federal contractor offering full scope consulting services in information technology, cybersecurity, and analyst workforce development.

At our company, you come first. We’re committed to creating an environment where you’ll thrive professionally and personally. We provide meaningful, challenging work using cutting–edge technologies while investing in your growth and success. With direct access to company leadership, a laid–back and inclusive atmosphere, and exceptional work–life balance, you’ll feel valued every day.

We also believe in taking care of our family – both yours and ours. Our benefits are phenomenal, family–friendly, and designed with your well–being in mind. From employee and family events to career–long support, we create a community you’ll never want to leave.

Ready to make your next move the best one? Join us and experience the difference.

BENEFITS

• Excellent Salaries
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Cafeteria Style Benefits
• 10% - 401k Matching (Vested Immediately)
• Additional 401k Profit Sharing
• 30 days Paid Leave/Holiday (No Use or Lose!)
• The day off for your birthday
• Medical/Dental/Vision - 100% employee coverage.($1200 allowance - or a bonus)
• HSA/FSA
• AFLAC
• Long Term/Short Term Disability - 100% employee coverage. No cost to you.
• Life Insurance - 100% employee coverage. No cost to you.
• Additional Discretionary Life Insurance
• Paid Training
• No long, wordy reviews with tons of paperwork!!!
• Referral bonus program with recurring annual payments

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

Cymertek is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We embrace and celebrate differences in our employees, recognizing that a diverse workforce enhances our creativity, innovation, and overall success. At Cymertek, employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe in creating an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and where opportunities for professional growth and advancement are accessible to everyone, regardless of background or identity.