Software Tester VAL011008

Valytics; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Valytics LLC is seeking a Software Tester to support testing and quality assurance activities for health system applications and environments serving the federal government.

The successful candidate will execute test cases, validate functionality, identify and document defects, and collaborate with developers, business analysts, and other project team members to ensure software solutions meet functional and technical requirements.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain government Public Trust
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 2+ years of professional software testing/QA experience
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies and functional/regression testing

Responsibilities

• Execute manual software tests to validate application functionality, usability, and requirements
• Develop, review, and maintain test cases, scripts, data, and documentation
• Perform functional, system, integration, regression, end‑to‑end, and other testing as needed
• Test applications across environments and document results, discrepancies, and defects
• Identify, reproduce, track, and report defects using defect‑tracking tools
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and stakeholders to resolve defects
• Verify defect fixes and conduct regression testing
• Review requirements to identify test scenarios and risks
• Maintain accurate test records and communicate progress to leadership
• Follow SDLC, QA, configuration management, and security procedures
• Support continuous improvement of testing processes and documentation
• Introduce innovate testing procedures to provide value to the customer

Skills

Software testing

QA methodologies

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering / IT

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Valytics LLC is seeking a Software Tester to support testing and quality assurance activities for health system applications and associated environments supporting the federal government. The successful candidate will execute test cases, validate application functionality, identify and document defects, and collaborate with developers, business analysts, and other project team members to ensure software solutions meet functional and technical requirements.

The ideal candidate has hands‑on experience with software testing, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, mission‑focused environment supporting federal healthcare technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute manual software tests to validate application functionality, usability, and compliance with documented requirements.
• Develop, review, and maintain test cases, test scripts, test data, and testing documentation.
• Perform functional, system, integration, interface, interoperability, regression, end‑to‑end, performance, and other authorized testing.
• Test applications across designated environments and document results, discrepancies, and defects.
• Identify, reproduce, track, and report software defects using established defect‑tracking tools.
• Collaborate with software developers, business analysts, system administrators, and project stakeholders to investigate and resolve defects.
• Verify defect fixes and perform regression testing to ensure changes do not negatively affect existing functionality.
• Review requirements and technical documentation to identify test scenarios, gaps, and potential risks.
• Maintain accurate test records and communicate testing progress, issues, and results to project leadership.
• Follow established software development lifecycle (SDLC), quality assurance, configuration management, and security procedures.
• Support continuous improvement of testing processes, procedures, and documentation.
• Introduce innovate testing and documentation procedures to provide value to the customer

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a government Public Trust position
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field from an accredited institution
• Candidates local to the DMV (DC Metro, Southern MD, Northern VA) preferred, however all qualified CONUS‑based candidates will be considered
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in software testing, quality assurance, or a related technical role
• Knowledge of software testing methodologies, including functional and regression testing
• Ability to analyze requirements, identify test scenarios, and assess application behavior against expected results
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a technical project team
• Ability to work within established project procedures and meet deadlines

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience testing federal healthcare applications, healthcare IT systems, or other regulated healthcare environments.
• Familiarity with military healthcare workflows, clinical applications, or healthcare information systems.
• Experience working in government contracting or supporting federal government customers
• Familiarity with defect‑tracking and test management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms.
• Experience with application testing across development, test, staging, or production‑like environments
• Exposure to SQL queries, database validation, API testing, or automated testing tools
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies and the software development lifecycle.
• Experience working in environments with established security, privacy, and access‑control requirements
• Experience testing during large‑scale system modernization or replacement.
• Experience executing test cases and documenting defects

Salary Range: The salary range noted represents the company’s minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The salary made at offering for this position is based on a comprehensive evaluation of candidates' skills, years of experience, and directly related expertise to the specific requirements of the role. Compensation will be determined by considering various factors, including but not limited to the individual's qualifications, competencies, and alignment with the responsibilities outlined in the job description.

Valytics LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Company Description

Valytics LLC employs a diverse team of professionals specializing in Information Technology, Software Testing, Test Automation, and Data Management to deliver exceptional technical and functional solutions to our customers. Our mission is to be the catalyst for transformation. We deliver unparalleled services that drive businesses into the future with our team of seasoned professionals with extensive experience in Information Technology and Testing domains.

Company Description

Valytics LLC employs a diverse team of professionals specializing in Information Technology, Software Testing, Test Automation, and Data Management to deliver exceptional technical and functional solutions to our customers. Our mission is to be the catalyst for transformation. We deliver unparalleled services that drive businesses into the future with our team of seasoned professionals with extensive experience in Information Technology and Testing domains.