Quality Control Specialist

GXM is seeking to hire a Software Quality Assurance Engineer and Tester to support quality assurance activities in support of multiple software development projects. The selected candidate will support testing efforts by writing and executing test cases identifying and documenting defects and assisting with test result reporting while working under the guidance of senior quality assurance staff.

The candidate will work closely with development teams to support verification of software requirements and contribute to testing activities across projects. This role provides opportunities to expand experience with modern testing tools and technologies including containerized and CI/CD-enabled environments. This is a full-time exempt position that may be performed remotely with short-term travel as required by the project. This position will be based out of Fredericksburg VA with occasional travel to Dahlgren VA.

Roles and Responsibilities

Design develop document and execute test plans test cases and test scenarios based on software requirements

Perform manual functional testing to validate new features and identify defects

Perform manual API testing to validate new endpoints and identify defects

Analyze test results and support defect identification escalation and resolution

Advise leadership on testing progress risks and issues using testing expertise

Collaborate with technical leads and product owners to develop testing plans schedules and time estimates

Update and maintain test specifications and test plans using source control tools

Configure administer and troubleshoot software test environments

Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning reviews backlog refinement and retrospectives

Must be a U.S. Citizen

Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail

Desired Qualifications

Prior military service or experience supporting Department of War or military operations

Experience testing web front-end applications APIs and back-end systems

Experience working in an Agile development environment

Experience working in Linux/Unix environments

Experience using Jira Confluence or similar issue tracking and collaboration tools

Computer Science degree or related technical education or equivalent experience

Experience with test case management tools such as TestRail Zephyr or similar

Test automation experience

Knowledge of programming or scripting languages used in test automation (e.g. JavaScript Java Python)

Ability to write SQL queries

Knowledge of web application UI models and internet protocols (HTTP SSL SOAP XML etc.)

Experience with accessibility standards such as Section 508 Compliance and WCAG 2.0 AA

Equal Employment Opportunity / Legal Disclaimer

GXM Technologies LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other legally protected status. GXM Technologies LLC provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. This job description is not intended to be a complete list of duties and responsibilities which may change at any time with or without notice. Employment is at-will where permitted by law meaning either the employee or the Company may terminate employment at any time with or without cause or notice subject to applicable legal requirements.