ARETUM Holdings LLC is hiring: Quality Assurance Tester in Bethesda

Description Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront. Aretum is on the lookout for a detail-oriented and proactive Quality Assurance Tester to join our talented team. As a QA Tester, you will be instrumental in ensuring the highest quality standards for our software products. At Aretum, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional technology solutions to our clients in various sectors, including defense and civilian applications. Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts to validate application functionality.
• Conduct thorough testing of software applications, including functional, regression, integration, and performance testing.
• Identify, document, and track defects and issues found during testing.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to ensure a high level of quality in the software applications.
• Provide timely and accurate status updates on testing progress and any issues encountered.
• Participate in meetings and discussions to provide input and feedback on application testing.

Requirements

• Active Secret Security clearance.
• CompTIA Security+ certification or IAT-II equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in software application testing, preferably in a government contracting environment.
• 5+ years of experience in .NET platform development and/or testing.
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience with test planning, test case creation, and test execution.
• Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and agile and scrum methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent problem?solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze complex systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with automated testing tools.
• Basic knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript).
• Familiarity with bug tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla).
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Travel Requirements 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 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 nations veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience. If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact hr@ for assistance. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. U.S. Work Authorization: Applicants must be U.S. citizens and currently authorized to work in the United States on a full?time basis. This position supports a federal government contract and therefore requires an active Secret clearance or the ability to obtain one. Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development

ARETUM is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified candidates will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religious creed, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, or age. ARETUM utilizes e-Verify to check employment authorization. EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled. #JLjbffr