QA Tester

ICF • Reston, VA

3d • Remote

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Tester to support a U.S. Postal Service (USPS) program in a fully remote capacity. This role is hands-on and execution-focused, requiring strong backend testing experience, the ability to work independently in a fast-paced Agile environment, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working with complex data and systems, and has a proven track record of successfully supporting remote teams under tight delivery timelines.

Requirements

• 5 years of total professional experience
• U.S. Citizenship required by federal contract

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on test execution experience, including backend/system-level testing
• Experience working within an Agile software development lifecycle
• Familiarity with test management or defect tracking tools (e.g., ALM, VersionOne)
• Strong SQL skills for data validation and analysis
• Experience with Databricks
• Exposure to JSON, XML, APIs, Unix/Linux environments, SOAP UI, Notepad++, or similar tools
• Experience testing complex data-driven systems or large enterprise platforms
• Technical or reporting background that supports analysis and defect investigation
• Comfort ramping up in complex, high-volume environments with evolving requirements

Responsibilities

• Execute hands-on functional, integration, and backend testing (not limited to web UI testing)
• Review and interpret functional and technical requirements to design effective test coverage
• Develop and execute detailed test scripts, including expected outcomes
• Create, manage, and maintain test data to support validation efforts
• Document defects, issues, and test results using ALM or similar tools
• Provide daily status updates and communicate findings clearly via email and meetings
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines, including monthly functional releases and twice-monthly reference data patches
• Work collaboratively with developers, analysts, and other testers in an Agile SDLC environment
• Adhere to aggressive delivery timelines while maintaining high quality standards
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and accountability in a remote work setting

Benefits

• ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected] and we will be happy to assist. All information you will provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees