Automation/QA Tester

At Aretum, we take pride in providing exceptional technology solutions tailored to our clients' needs. Our QA Testing team plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality software by identifying defects early in the development process and enhancing the overall user experience. Responsibilities Serve as QA Analyst supporting a team engaged in creating a microservice-based application for a federal government client. Follow the client's established standards, processes, and testing strategies. Develop and perform functional testing that includes automated testing for all code that is written, as well as non-functional testing that includes load and performance testing to ensure the capacity and stability of the applications, Security Testing to check for basic security vulnerabilities, and accessibility testing to balance the needs of people with differing disabilities. The ideal candidate for this position meets the requirements of the position, is personable, and can work in a cross-functional team. Excellent oral and written communications skills are a necessity. Responsibilities: • Develop test strategies in coordination with team members and system owners • Determine optimal testing approach and tools for target applications and systems including automated, manual, and accessibility testing • Execute, document, and report on tests, communicate results to the team and system owners • Engage proactively to ensure testing approach is sound and provides meaningful outputs • 4+ years of experience in using automation tools for testing systems and applications, writing and executing test scripts. • Ability to use a wide variety of opensource technologies and tools. • Experience with one or more tools such as GitHub Issues/GitLab Issues, Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, SonarQube, aXe, pa11y, ANDI, Color Contrast Analyzer, JAWS, NVDA, NeoLoad, Postman • Understanding and experience developing test automation strategies • Ability to GUI driven tools to record UI actions. • Strong understanding of accessibility standards (Section 508, WCAG 2.2) and testing tools • Experience collaborating with systems and IT operations. • Comfort with rapidly changing applications and environments. • Strong grasp of test automation tools. • A strong focus on business outcomes. • Comfort with collaboration, open communication, and reaching across functional borders Desired Qualifications: • Federal Government experience as a contractor • Experience with cloud automation DevOps, Infrastructure Planning • DHS Trusted Tester Certification (free accessibility training) • Ability to work independently and in an awesome team setting • Active Public Trust (or higher) clearance Work Environment & Physical Requirements • This is a remote/work-from-home position. The employee is expected to maintain a professional and distraction-free home office environment with reliable internet access and the ability to participate in video and audio calls during standard working hours. Standard office equipment such as a computer, phone, and webcam will be used regularly. • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: • Prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer. • Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate computer and telephone equipment. • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally (e.g., moving equipment). • Ability to participate in virtual meetings and communicate clearly via video/audio platforms. Travel Requirement This is a remote position; however, occasional travel may be required based on project needs, client meetings, team collaboration events, or training sessions. Travel is expected to be less than 10% and will be communicated in advance whenever possible. EEO & Pay Transparency Statement Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact our Talent Acquisition team for assistance. In compliance with Executive Order 13665, Aretum will not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing their own pay or that of another employee or applicant. U.S. Work Authorization Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position does not offer sponsorship. • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) • Short Term & Long Term Disability • Training & Development • Work From Home Apply tot his job