Junior Software Quality Assurance Engineer and Tester

Job Family:

Testing (Digital)

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

As a Junior Software Quality Assurance Engineer and Tester, you will :

• Test basic to moderately complex features of enterprise software systems using predefined test plans and scripts.

• Follow standardized testing procedures, document results, and track outcomes using designated tools.

• Participate in follow-up testing, defect logging, and resolution activities.

• This role typically reports to a supervisor or senior engineer and works under close guidance while building proficiency in enterprise testing practices. You may assist in test data preparation, documentation updates, and onboarding support for new testers. You will gain exposure to tools such as IBM Rational ETM, Selenium, JMeter, and databases like Oracle and DB2, across platforms including Windows, Linux, and mainframe environments.

What you will need:

• US Citizenship is required.

• Must have pre-existing IRS clearance.

• A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or a related technical discipline.

• At least two (2) years of experience in quality assurance or quality control, including areas such as configuration management, verification and validation, software testing and integration, software metrics, or quality assessment.

• Familiarity with executing test cases, documenting results, and using test management tools.

• Exposure to test automation tools such as Selenium, JMeter, or Rational Performance Tester (RPT).

• Understanding of software development and testing lifecycles (e.g., Agile, SDLC, STLC).

• Basic experience with relational databases such as Oracle, DB2, or SQL Server.

• Ability to follow structured testing procedures and contribute to team-based testing efforts.

• Must be able to work Five days of the week from Client office New Carrollton, MD.

Core Competencies:

• Foundational Testing Knowledge: Understanding of software testing principles, test case execution, and defect tracking.

• Test Documentation: Ability to document test results, update test cases, and maintain traceability.

• Tool Familiarity: Exposure to tools like IBM ETM, Selenium, JIRA, and basic scripting.

• Platform Awareness: Basic understanding of Windows, Linux, and mainframe environments.

• Team Collaboration: Works effectively under supervision and contributes to team-based testing efforts.

• Learning Agility: Willingness to learn new tools, standards (e.g., Section 508), and testing methodologies.

• Communication: Clear written and verbal communication for reporting and documentation.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility testing standards and tools (e.g., JAWS, ZoomText).

• Experience supporting test automation efforts to streamline manual testing processes.

• Familiarity with performance testing tools or monitoring platforms (e.g., LoadRunner, Splunk).

• Exposure to enterprise scheduling tools such as Control-M.

• Experience with test data management or data masking tools.

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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