Software Tester - Workday

Groundswell•Washington, DC

3d•$97,756 - $137,530

About The Position

Who Are We? Groundswell is a premier technology integrator and solution provider, resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is a small company culture with big company reach and results. Are you ready to be audacious, be bold and drive change at a rapid pace? Join us, where we’ll make a greater impact together. What You'll do: What You’ll Do: As a Workday Tester, you will validate Workday system functionality by designing and executing test cases across modules such as HCM and Payroll. You’ll collaborate with functional and technical teams to understand requirements, identify defects, and ensure system changes meet business needs. You’ll also support test planning, data setup, regression testing, and defect tracking to help deliver high-quality, reliable Workday solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or related discipline from an accredited college or university
Role requires alignment with Eastern Time zone working hours
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Federal Public Trust
At least 3 years of software testing experience
At least 1 year of HRMS experience
Experience creating test scripts based on user stories and development tasks
Experience interpreting requirements, writing quality control documentation (e.g. Test Plans and Reports), and writing user acceptance test plans
Knowledge of Test Management, Automation toolsets and processes
Experience with accessibility testing including Section 508 accessibility standards
Great organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document defects, test results, and collaborate with cross-functional teams
Ability to work independently, communicate and work productively as part of fully remote and/or hybrid teams

Nice To Haves

Workday HCM Certification
Federal Government experience
Experience leading User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
Public Trust Clearance or higher
Trusted Tester Certification
Experience with Jira

Responsibilities

Plan, execute, and report on software testing for both development and maintenance phases, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
Develop comprehensive test plans and test procedures based on system specifications, user requirements, and technical documentation.
Accurately document and report defects, ensuring proper prioritization and escalation when necessary.
Review and provide feedback on test documentation to align with project goals.
Proactively identify potential risks, issues, and blockers, providing solutions and escalating concerns to team leads as appropriate.
Independently manages assigned work with minimal oversight from team leads.
Monitor software quality metrics and continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to ensure future delivery excellence.