Manual and Automation Tester, Business Support

This a Full Remote job, the offer is available from: Washington (USA) PlanIT Group is seeking a Manual and Automation Tester, Business Support for our Federal customer in the Washington, DC area. The ideal candidate has experience with test execution and provides ad hoc testing support throughout all SDLC phases, create/execute test scenarios, work with development team for defect resolution as necessary, and demonstrate user stories and functionality to client. Perform verification of test conditions using backend systems, including running SQL queries, and checking service responses using Postman, SoapUI or similar tools. As Scrum Master backup, assist with Agile Ceremonies and release management. Maintain system protocols by writing and updating procedures, release notes, and documentation. Work with Business on data updates via UI and verification. Job Title: Manual and Automation Tester, Business Support Location: Remote Start Date: 08/25/25 Submit resumes: 08/08/25 Duration: One year plus annual extensions List of tasks to be performed:

• Perform test execution and provide ad hoc testing support throughout all SDLC phases, create/execute test scenarios, work with development team for defect resolution as necessary, and demonstrate user stories and functionality to client.
• Perform verification of test conditions using backend systems, including running SQL queries, and checking service responses using Postman, SoapUI or similar tools.
• As Scrum Master backup, assist with Agile Ceremonies and release management.
• Maintain system protocols by writing and updating procedures, release notes, and documentation.
• Work with Business on data updates via UI and verification.
• Successful candidates will ensure quality, meeting the specified expectations, reducing the risk or errors and customer satisfaction.

Skilled in the following:

• Experience creating documentation and communicating clear concise test plans, test scenarios and test cases using HP ALM or similar testing tools
• Proficient in running manual tests, and able to recognize when and how to incorporate automated testing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce expenses.
• Experience building and utilizing Test Automation scripts and framework (UFT)
• Ability to create detailed defect reports which is crucial to understanding software issues and providing a thorough explanation of the software's status for other team members.
• Utilization of DevOps and Agile methods to promote collaboration and flexibility in software testing and development.
• Experience using Version One or other work management tools.
• Demonstrate user stories and functionality to customers
• Strong understanding of the complete life cycle of a system (SDLC) application and operating systems.
• Knowledge of Web services and verification tools such as Postman, SoapUI
• Comprehension of Database and writing SQL queries
• Research/troubleshoot ad hoc questions and support issue
• Motivated self-starter with excellent analytical, organization, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to invoke logical reasoning to analyze computer processes and results and make deductions based on the information available
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with key stakeholders, Solutions Architects, Product Owner, Managers and Developers

Working knowledge of one of more of the following qualifications:

• DevSecOps
• Agile Scrum
• VersionOne
• Postman, SoapUI, AML, UFT
• Secure Coding practices
• Knowledge/experience of SDLC practices
• PLSQL

Required Experience Level:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in technology or software development preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience manual and automated testing.

Educational Requirements: A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is preferred. NOTE: If resource does not have a relevant college degree, an additional 1 year of relevant work experience is required. Additional Provisions:

• Must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust Clearance
• Pass both a client mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check and credit check.
• All candidates must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident only.
• Candidate must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years.
• Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years. Military Service excluded. (Exception does not include military family members.)

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