Software Tester
About The Position
ThinkTek LLC is seeking a motivated Mid-Level Software Tester to support federal programs. The role focuses on hands-on User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and Government Acceptance Testing (GAT), helping ensure software solutions meet end-user needs and contractual requirements. The tester works with business analysts, developers, end users, product owners, and government stakeholders in a structured testing environment. The position supports functional testing, test planning and documentation, defect tracking, requirements traceability, and communication between business and IT teams. It also contributes to process improvement and to documenting current and future state business processes through process mapping and workflow analysis.
Requirements
- Experience executing UAT/GAT processes.
- Knowledge of requirements analysis techniques, such as use case development and process mapping.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and/or business process modeling tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Minimum active Secret clearance.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
- 0–2 years of experience in software testing, business process analysis, requirements gathering, or IT-related projects.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree.
- Familiarity with Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency, DoW business processes, policies, and/or IT systems.
- Experience with Agile/SAFe methodologies or other software development methodologies.
- Knowledge of tools such as JIRA, Confluence, or other user story management and/or requirements management software.
- Previous experience supporting government or defense contracts.
Responsibilities
- Develop, execute, and document test cases, scripts, and scenarios for functional, UAT, and GAT activities.
- Coordinate with end users, product owners, and government stakeholders to validate system functionality against business requirements.
- Track, log, and report defects, and support timely resolution and retesting.
- Participate in test planning sessions, requirement reviews, and sprint ceremonies in Agile/SAFe environments.
- Support development of UAT/GAT acceptance criteria and ensure traceability to requirements.
- Prepare test reports, metrics, and other documentation for project leadership and government stakeholders to manage testing progress.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes, tools, and documentation.
- Assist in evaluating and documenting current and future state business processes using process mapping and workflow analysis.
- Participate in meetings and workshops to gather input from end users, business leaders, and technical teams.
- Support communication between business and IT teams to ensure successful solution implementation.
Benefits
- Medical insurance for full-time employees.
- Dental insurance for full-time employees.
- Vision insurance for full-time employees.
- PTO and a variety of other paid leave options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
