Tester Senior

Apex Systems; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESPP

401K

HSA

EAP

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a Tester Senior for on-site roles in McLean, VA or Plano, TX. This experienced contractor will review data modeling processes, perform structured manual testing of critical workflows, and design a phased plan to automate testing and quality gates in collaboration with data modelers, data engineers, and governance teams.

The role requires 7+ years in data engineering/architecture or QA with strong data modeling testing experience, plus hands-on Java or Python, SQL, and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in data engineering, data architecture, data modeling, QA, or related roles with a strong testing focus.
• Demonstrated experience testing data, metadata, and modeling workflows is required.
• Hands-on development experience with Java or Python, automation testing, AI/ML fluency, and SQL is necessary.
• Familiarity with testing phases, agile methodology, HP ALM/Quality Center, Visio, and Microsoft Office is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess end-to-end data modeling lifecycle processes including intake, design, review, governance and release.
• Evaluate tooling and integrations such as data modeling tools, metadata catalogs, version control, CI/CD, and work management systems.
• Identify gaps, risks, bottlenecks, and control weaknesses and document findings with prioritized recommendations.
• Review alignment to enterprise standards like naming conventions, modeling patterns, and domain boundaries.
• Create and execute manual test plans and test cases for key workflows including model creation, standards validation, and deployment readiness.
• Document test evidence, defects, and remediation recommendations, and support triage and retesting.
• Define a testing strategy for data modeling transformation outcomes focusing on quality, governance, and velocity.
• Identify automation candidates and recommend an automation approach and integration points.

Skills

Data modeling

Excel

Java

Python

Automation testing

SQL

AI/ML

ALM Quality Center

Visio

Microsoft Office

Tools

ER/Studio

ERwin

SAP PowerDesigner

Sparx EA

Collibra

Alation

Informatica

Microsoft Purview

GitHub

GitLab

Azure DevOps

Jenkins

Python scripting

Job description

Tester Senior

Location: McLean, VA or Plano, TX (Onsite)

Role Overview

An experienced contractor is sought to support an enterprise data modeling transformation initiative. The role involves performing an independent review of the current process and technology ecosystem for data modeling, executing structured manual testing of critical workflows, and developing a practical, phased plan to automate testing and quality gates. This position will partner with data modelers, data engineers, platform teams, and data governance stakeholders to improve the quality, consistency, and release readiness of data modeling artifacts and related metadata.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess end-to-end data modeling lifecycle processes, including intake, design, review, governance, versioning, publication, change management, and release.
• Evaluate tooling and integrations such as data modeling tools, metadata catalogs, version control, CI/CD, and work management systems.
• Identify gaps, risks, bottlenecks, and control weaknesses, documenting findings and prioritized recommendations.
• Review alignment to enterprise standards like naming conventions, modeling patterns, and domain boundaries.
• Create and execute manual test plans and test cases for key workflows, including model creation, standards validation, and deployment readiness.
• Document test evidence, defects, and remediation recommendations, and support triage and retesting.
• Define a testing strategy for data modeling transformation outcomes, focusing on quality, governance, and velocity.
• Identify automation candidates and recommend an automation approach and integration points.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 7+ years of experience in data engineering, data architecture, data modeling, QA, or related roles with a strong testing focus.
• Demonstrated experience testing data, metadata, and modeling workflows is required.

Technical Skills

The role requires experience setting up testing and automation. This includes heavy experience with data modeling, a strong understanding of logical data modeling, and advanced Excel skills with complex worksheets. Hands-on development experience with Java or Python, automation testing, AI/ML fluency, and SQL is necessary. The candidate must be able to understand business requirements, write and execute test cases, and analyze test results. Familiarity with all phases of testing, agile methodology, Hewlett Packard’s ALM (Quality Center), Microsoft Visio, and Microsoft Office is also required.

Knowledge

Strong knowledge of data modeling concepts such as entities, relationships, keys, normalization, and dimensional versus relational patterns is required. The candidate must have proven ability to develop test plans and execute structured manual testing with clear documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with enterprise data modeling tools (e.g., ER/Studio, ERwin, SAP PowerDesigner, Sparx EA).
• Familiarity with metadata, catalog, or governance platforms (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Informatica, Microsoft Purview).
• Experience with CI/CD and automation tooling (e.g., GitHub/GitLab, Azure DevOps, Jenkins) and scripting, preferably with Python.
• Experience implementing automated quality checks, such as rules engines or schema validation.
• Familiarity with common enterprise data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL).
• Industry knowledge and familiarity with data used in the mortgage industry.

Key Competencies

• Process analysis and continuous improvement.
• Manual testing discipline and defect management.
• Test strategy development and automation planning.
• Data governance and standards enforcement.
• Stakeholder management across architecture, engineering, governance, and delivery teams.

Everforth Apex is a world‑class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits Overview

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.
• Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach.
• You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer.

We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.