QA Tester

Description:

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented QA Tester to join Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality’s (AHRQ) Agile software development team. As a QA Tester, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and reliability of AHRQ applications and products. Your responsibilities will include test planning, designing, and executing test cases, identifying and documenting defects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software to our stakeholders and users. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases to verify the functionality, usability, and performance of software applications. 

• Perform manual testing to identify defects, inconsistencies, and usability issues in both web and mobile applications. 

• Collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and business analysts to understand project requirements and verify that they are met. 

• Document and report defects, issues, and test results clearly and accurately, using designated bug tracking tools. 

• Conduct regression testing to ensure that software updates and changes do not introduce new defects. 

• Conduct 508 accessibility and usability testing to ensure user accessibility compliance. 

• Perform exploratory testing to identify unexpected issues and usability concerns. 

• Participate in test environment setup and data preparation activities. 

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the QA process and testing methodologies. 

• Stay up-to-date with industry best practices, testing tools, and emerging trends in software quality assurance. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and quality software releases. 

• Provide feedback and insights to improve the overall user experience and software quality. 

Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). 

• Proven experience as a Manual QA Tester, including designing and executing test cases. 

• Knowledge or experience with automated regression testing tools and process. 

• Experience with different testing types, such as functional, regression, usability, 508 accessibility, and compatibility testing. 

• Strong understanding of Agile process, software testing methodologies, quality assurance processes, and defect tracking. 

• Familiarity with bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla) and test management systems. 

• Attention to detail and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality software. 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. 

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet project deadlines. 

• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills to identify and document defects and issues. 

• Knowledge of web and mobile application testing on various platforms and browsers. 

• Basic knowledge of SQL and databases for test data setup and validation (optional). 

• Certification in software testing (e.g., ISTQB) is a plus. 

About PingWind

PingWind is focused on delivering outstanding services to the federal government. We have extensive experience in the fields of cybersecurity, development, IT infrastructure, supply chain management and other professional services such as system design and continuous improvement. PingWind is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with offices in Northern Virginia and Huntsville AL. http://www.pingwind.com/

Our benefits include:

• Paid Federal Holidays

• Robust Health & Dental Insurance Options

• 401k with matching

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• Continuing education assistance

• Short Term / Long Term Disability & Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program through Sun Life Financial EAP Guidance Resources

Veterans are encouraged to apply

PingWind, Inc. does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.