Job Description

Savantage Solutions is seeking a Senior QA Tester with a strong background in federal systems and federal finance. The ideal candidate will ensure the reliability and performance of software solutions within commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) environments. This role involves designing and executing System Integration Testing (SIT) and Quality Assurance (QA) strategies while collaborating closely with development teams. The Senior QA Tester will analyze results, resolve defects, and ensure compliance with federal standards. Additionally, the role includes mentoring junior testers and promoting continuous improvement in testing practices

Duties and  Responsibilities:

• Testing on Altimate Core System.
• As a Senior QA Tester, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity, reliability, and performance of our software solutions tailored for our commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) systems and solutions. You will work closely with our development teams to design, implement, and execute test plans and strategies for System Integration Testing (SIT) and Quality Assurance (QA) testing. Experience in federal systems is valuable but not required.
• Design and implement comprehensive test plans and cases that align with project requirements and timelines, focusing on federal finance systems.
• Conduct SIT and QA testing to identify software defects and ensure the reliability and performance of applications.
• Collaborate with development teams to understand system architecture and develop effective testing strategies.
• Analyze test results, document defects, and work closely with developers to ensure timely resolutions.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and standards throughout the testing process.
• Stay up to date with the latest testing methodologies, tools, and technologies related to federal systems.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior QA testers, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities:

  The candidate must have:

• 20 + year’s experience as an end user of a Federal Financial Management System.
• 20 + year’s experience of being part of a systems group that established system requirements and UAT testing.
• 20 + year’s experience with a Government Auditing organization performing system and financial statement audit reviews.
• At least 20+ years of experience in QA testing
• Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Proficiency in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and cases.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical team members.
• Active security clearance or the ability to obtain one is required.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience in SIT or QA testing with a specific focus on federal systems, federal finance, and/or Oracle.
• Experience with automated testing tools (Selenium, LoadRunner, or similar)
• Experience with API testing (Postman or similar)
• Familiarity with federal finance regulations and requirements.
• Experience with Gitlab, Jira, or other Agile development platforms.
• Experience with version control flow and supporting tools (Github, Gitlab, or similar)

  Compensation

$40,000 - $75,000 annually (based on the National Capital Region)

The pay range for this job level at Savantage Solutions serves as a general guideline and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Factors considered when extending an offer include but are not limited to, job responsibilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills, certifications, seniority, performance, and alignment with market data.

This salary range is based on the National Capital Region and reflects our good faith estimate for this role at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on geographic region or market conditions, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the stated range.

We are committed to providing competitive compensation and encouraging candidates from all locations to apply.

Corporate Summary: 

Savantage Solutions provides a wide range of consulting, systems integration, and financial and project management support to federal and DoD agencies. For over two decades, Savantage Solutions has partnered with organizations in both the public and private sectors to achieve innovative solutions for customers' challenges. Savantage Solutions is a woman-owned company that values diversity, initiative, and a commitment to learning and growing. Our philosophy is that diversity is an asset to any industry or organization, and that innovation is only nurtured in an environment that embraces creativity and open minds. We thrive on the ideas and perspectives generated by a diverse workforce.

Savantage Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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