Software QA Tester - DMV

Dhaka Technology Limited; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Dhaka Technologies Limited Company (DTLC) is hiring a Software QA Tester to support the District of Columbia OCTO and the DMV enterprise application. This onsite contract role focuses on test planning, case design, execution, and defect management in a fast-paced government environment.

You will write automated test scripts, perform API testing, and collaborate with developers, analysts, and project managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field.
• 8+ years of 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 SDLC.
• Must have worked with version control.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop test strategies, plans, and test cases (functional, automation, integration, regression).
• Execute manual and automated tests, track defects, ensure resolution with proper documentation.
• Automate test cases using test automation frameworks and tools (e.g. Selenium, ACCELQ).
• Collaborate with developers and business analysts to refine requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.
• Use defect tracking tools JIRA and manage defect lifecycle.
• Ensure and follow all DC Government security standards.

Skills

QA testing

Jira proficiency

Agile testing

Test automation

Communication skills

SDLC knowledge

Version control

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Jira

Selenium

ACCELQ

Job description

Dhaka Technologies Limited Company | Contract

Software QA Tester - DMV

Washington, United States | Posted on 10/26/2026

Job Title: Software QA Tester - DMV
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Location: Washington, DC 20003
Employment Type: Contract
Engagement Type: W2 or 1099 (No C2C)
Final Interview: In Person or Online

Position Summary

Dhaka Technologies Limited Company (DTLC) is hiring a Software QA Tester on behalf of the District of Columbia Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO).

OCTO is looking for a resource to test the Department of Motor Vehicles enterprise application.

The Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) Application Software Quality Assurance program in conjunction with the Department of Motor Vehicle (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 development and implementation of 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 DC Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) 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. Ability to perform requirements review, write test cases, automate test cases, execute test cases, and create defects is essential. Be able to communicate to 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 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 opportunities to increase your 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.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Develop test strategies, plans, and test cases (functional, automation, integration, regression).
  
• Execute manual and automated tests, track defects, 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.
  
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.
  
• Use defect tracking tools JIRA and manage defect lifecycle.
  
• Ensure and follow all DC Government security 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.
  
• 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.