Software Tester

ECS; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS is seeking a Software Tester in Stafford, VA to design, expand, and maintain a test automation framework. You will build automated tests for web front-ends, APIs, and databases, and integrate them into GitLab pipelines. A self‑starting, proactive tester who collaborates with DevOps and Developers is essential.

Salary range is $75,000–$85,000. The role requires a secret clearance and experience in automation, test data, and cross‑browser testing within an Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Secret clearance required.
• Minimum 1+ years of automation testing experience.
• Experience with test suite development and maintenance.
• Proficiency with automated testing tools and frameworks (Selenium, Playwright, Appium, Robot, Cucumber).
• Experience with performance testing tools (JMeter, K6, LoadRunner).
• Ability to write automated tests for web front ends, APIs and databases.
• Experience with manual testing and integration testing.
• Cross‑browser/cross‑platform testing experience.
• Experience in agile environments (SAFe/Scrum/XP/Kanban).
• Ability to generate and maintain controlled test datasets and scenarios.
• Collaborative, quality‑driven team player.

Responsibilities

• Design, expand and maintain the test automation framework.
• Build automated tests for web fronts, APIs and databases.
• Integrate tests into GitLab pipelines and CI/CD workflows.
• Collaborate with DevOps and developers to meet requirements.
• Support and improve overall software quality and test coverage.

Skills

Secret clearance

Automation testing

Test suite development

Selenium

Playwright

Appium

Robot Framework

Cucumber

JMeter

Performance testing

API testing

Database testing

Manual testing

Integration testing

Cross-browser testing

Agile methodologies

Test data generation

Collaboration

Detail-oriented

Team player

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

Appium

Robot Framework

Cucumber

JMeter

Job description

Software Tester – Stafford, VA

The Everforth ECS Team develops and maintains a mission‑critical DNA matching application for government agencies. The Software Tester will support the program by designing, expanding, and maintaining our test automation framework, building automated tests for web front‑ends, APIs, and databases, and integrating them into GitLab pipelines. The role requires a self‑starting, proactive tester who collaborates closely with DevOps Engineers and Developers to ensure the application meets user needs and business requirements.

Salary Range: $75,000 – $85,000

Required Skills

• Secret clearance
• Minimum 1+ years of automation testing experience
• Experience with test suite development and maintenance
• Experience with automated testing tools and frameworks such as Selenium, Playwright, Appium, Robot, Cucumber, etc.
• Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter, K6, LoadRunner, etc.
• Experience writing automated tests for web front ends, web services, APIs, and databases
• Experience with manual testing
• Experience with integration testing
• Experience with cross‑browser/cross‑platform testing
• Experience working as part of an agile team using SAFe, Scrum, XP, and/or Kanban
• Generation and maintenance of controlled test datasets and scenarios
• Desire to work in a collaborative environment
• Quality and detail‑oriented
• Team player who works well with customers and colleagues at all levels

Desired Skills

• Experience working with CI/CD pipelines
• Understanding of software engineering and testing best practices
• Experience with testing tools such as Xray or TestRail
• Security testing experience a plus
• Self‑motivated, quick learner with strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Familiarity with SPA web applications such as Angular, React, or Blazor
• Experience with cloud‑native web‑based applications hosted in Azure or AWS

ECS FEDERAL LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local jurisdiction laws.