Developer V - Quality Analyst

Location: Reston VA 20190

Introduction

We are seeking a skilled Quality Analyst to join our team for a 6-month contract with the possibility of an extension. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality of our software products through rigorous testing and collaboration with our development and QA teams.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Strong understanding of Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) and SDLC

Hands-on experience in writing test cases, test scenarios, and test plans

Familiarity with defect tracking tools such as Jira

Good knowledge of functional and non-functional testing

Understanding of API testing basics (Postman is a plus)

Experience testing web and/or mobile applications

Ability to analyze requirements and identify edge cases

Basic knowledge of SQL for data validation

Prior work experience at client or in Financial /Banking industry.

Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Exposure to automation tools (Selenium, Cypress, etc.) is a plus

Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines is a bonus

ISTQB certification (optional but preferred)

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Design, develop, and execute manual test cases based on functional requirements and user stories

Perform functional, regression, integration, and system testing

Identify, document, and track bugs using tools like Jira, Azure DevOps, or Bugzilla

Collaborate with developers, product managers, and QA teams to ensure quality deliverables

Review requirements and provide testability feedback early in the SDLC

Participate in test planning, test case reviews, and defect triage meetings

Validate fixes and perform re-testing and regression cycles

Maintain clear and organized test documentation and reports

Company Benefits & Culture

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Opportunities for professional development and growth

For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.