VersaTech, Inc is hiring: Quality Assurance Tester in McLean

VersaTech, Inc. is seeking a QA Tester to support the deployment of Appian's Government Acquisition Management Suite (GAMS) for a Federal client.

The QA Tester will be responsible for validating system functionality, accessibility, and readiness for deployment in a fast-paced, milestone-driver environment.

Job Summary

This role plays a critical part in ensuring solutions meet Federal standards, Section 508 compliance, and deliver seamless user experiences.

Salary: $100,000 to $120,000 depending on experience. Discretionary annual bonus based on performance.

Location: McLean, VA at Appian Headquarters. Please note: This is not a remote or hybrid position. Candidates must either reside in the area or be willing to relocate prior to starting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and automated/manual scripts across GAMS modules.
• Perform functional, regression, exploratory, performance, and Section 508 accessibility testing to ensure compliance and system readiness.
• Track, analyze, and manage defects using JIRA/Zephyr, working closely with developers and business analysts to resolve issues quickly.
• Collaborate with developers during defect triage to ensure timely resolution and re-testing.
• Support Federal stakeholders during User Acceptance Testing (UAT) sessions by preparing scenarios, validating results, and capturing feedback.
• Provide clear and detailed QA reporting, including metrics, defect logs, and risk assessments, to provide leadership and Federal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with the project team to ensure testing aligns with Agile sprints, releases, and deployment schedules.
• Validate end-user training materials by cross-checking against tested functionality and updated features.

Expectations & Milestones

• Deliver thorough test coverage with minimal defects escaping into production.
• Ensure all modules are verified for Section 508 compliance prior to release.
• Adhere to strict Federal project deadlines and sprint cycles, escalating risks, or blockers early.
• Provide clear and actionable QA reports that enable timely decision-making by stakeholders.
• Contribute to achieving project-level goals of on-time, high-quality releases aligned with mission requirements.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of QA/testing experience in Federal IT projects.
• Experience with both manual and automated testing methodologies.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and Section 508 testing practices.
• Familiarity with Agile frameworks and tools (e.g., JIRA, Zephyr, TestRail).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as ISTQB or CSTE.
• Experience testing COTS/workflow solutions, particularly Appian.
• Hands-on experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium).

Technologies You'll Use

• Selenium
• JIRA/Zephyr
• TestRail
• Section 508 compliance tools (JAWS, WAVE, Axe)

VersaTech offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401k employer-matching retirement contributions after 90 days, generous paid time off (3 weeks PTO plus 11 holidays), and ample growth opportunities.

VersaTech, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decision without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.