Journeyman Software Quality Assurance Tester

Job Family : Testing (Digital)

Travel Required : Up to 25%

Clearance Required :

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do :

As a Journeyman Software Quality Assurance Tester, you will :

Test moderately complex features of enterprise software systems using established test plans and scripts.

Execute functional, integration, and performance tests, document results, and track outcomes using designated tools.

Participate in follow-up testing, defect resolution, and peer reviews.

You will also contribute to test data creation, test case development, and documentation updates. This role typically reports to a supervisor or senior engineer and works under close direction while gaining proficiency in enterprise testing practices.

Assist in onboarding new testers, support training activities, and help coordinate testing resources across projects.

Will work with technologies such as IBM Rational ETM, RPT, Selenium, JMeter, Control-M, 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. Additional Four (4) expedience can be used in lieu of degree.

At least Two (2) years of experience in software quality assurance, infrastructure, or information systems testing.

Experience executing test cases, analyzing results, and documenting outcomes using test management tools.

Familiarity with test automation tools such as Selenium, JMeter, LoadRunner, or Rational Performance Tester (RPT).

Ability to support test data creation, test case development, and defect tracking.

Understanding of Agile and Waterfall development methodologies.

Exposure to enterprise platforms including Windows, Linux, UNIX, and mainframe systems.

Experience working with relational databases such as Oracle, DB2, or SQL Server.

Ability to follow standardized testing procedures and contribute to process improvement.

Must be able to work from IRS Office from one of these locations : Ogden UT, Atlanta GA, Austin TX. Dallas, TX, Kansas City, MO. Martinsburg WV, Detroit, MI, New Carrollton, MD.

Test Execution & Analysis : Proficient in executing functional, integration, and regression tests; analyzing results.

Test Planning & Design : Experience developing test cases, test data, and contributing to test strategy.

Automation Support : Working knowledge of test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, JMeter, RPT).

Defect Management : Skilled in defect identification, logging, and resolution tracking.

Cross-Platform Testing : Comfortable testing across Windows, Linux, UNIX, and mainframe systems.

Database Validation : Experience with Oracle, DB2, or SQL Server for data-driven testing.

Process Improvement : Contributes to testing process enhancements and documentation.

Mentorship : Supports onboarding and training of junior testers.

What Would Be Nice To Have :

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

Experience supporting test automation initiatives and contributing to automation frameworks.

Familiarity with performance testing and monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, AIX, OEM).

Exposure to enterprise scheduling tools such as Control-M or OpCon.

Experience with ETL tools like Informatica and data masking technologies.

Ability to contribute to documentation, training materials, and knowledge transfer activities.

Familiarity with test data management tools such as CA Test Data Manager (CA-TDM) or IBM Infosphere Optim.

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.

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