{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"bd705b1f75abcd200ff3690c","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bd705b1f75abcd200ff3690c","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bd705b1f75abcd200ff3690c","title":"Software QA Tester","description":"OCTO is looking for a resource to test the Department of Motor Vehicles enterprise application.\nThe Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO)Application Software Quality Assurance program in conjunction with the Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) application will empower citizens of DC To promote the safe operation of motor vehicles and public safety, while providing outstanding customer service. This application will require development and implementation of DMV application to build a comprehensive digital government experience that empowers residents, businesses, and visitors to navigate the process of driver’s license and support each step along the way.\nThe QA Tester will test the DC Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) application tomeet the project objectives and support new or expanding business objectives.This will include requirements review/analysis, creating test cases, test caseexecution and creating defects for the new or updated software applications.\nCandidate must have technical proficiency for testing Software Applicationsalong with proficiency in Jira. Candidates should be able to participate in theentire development lifecycle from design through deployment. Ability to performrequirements review, write test cases, automate test cases, execute test cases,and create defects is essential. Be able to communicate to the Project Team fordefects/issues identified during testing.\nThe QA Tester will work in an Agile Team environment to perform softwareapplication testing to verify and validate the application requirements arecovered, to and improve our internal and client-facing environment.\nThe QA Tester will be working in a supportive and fast-paced team with thedevelopment team and opportunities to increase your professional knowledge.\nThe Candidate will be responsible for the following:\n·Performing Software Application Testing ofcustomized solutions within the software platform to support critical businessfunctions and meet the project objectives, client use requirements and companygoals\n·Write automated test scripts based on the UserStories and develop a methodology\n·Communication with project management, clients,and other developers to ensure effective collaboration throughout the testingphase as a team player\n·Knowledge of the database understanding andschemas to validate the test results\n·Knowledge in API testing and understanding thewireframes in Figma/XD.\n·Maintaining a flexible and proactive workenvironment to facilitate a quick response to changing project requirements andcustomer objectives and innovate ways to meet mission goals successfully.\n·Direct interaction with clients, managers, andend users is necessary to analyze project objectives and capabilityrequirements, including specifications for user interfaces, customizedapplications, and interactions with internal and external instances.\n·Collaboration with various internal departments,including development and operations, to ensure new DMV application supportsinternal needs relating to functionality and performance.\n---------------------------------------------\nCONTRACT JOB DESCRIPTION\nKey Responsibilities\nDevelop test strategies,plans, and test cases (functional, automation, integration, regression).\nExecute manual and automatedtests, track defects, ensure resolution with proper documentation.\nAutomate test cases usingtest automation frameworks and tools (e.g. Selenium, ACCELQ etc.).\nCollaborate with developersand business analysts to refine requirements and acceptance criteria.\nPerform cross-browser,usability testing.\nParticipate in code reviews and provide feedback.\nDocument test results, maintain test artifacts.\nUse defect tracking tools JIRA and manage defect lifecycle.\nEnsure and follow all DC Government security standards.\nMinimum Qualifications / Skills\nBachelor’s degree in computer science or related field\n8+ years’ experience in software testing / QA.\nExperience with test case management and defect tracking tools (JIRA).\nExperience with test automation tools and frameworks (Selenium, ACCELQ).\nStrong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).\nMust worked with version control.\nExcellent verbal/written communication skills.\nStrong analytical skills, attention to detail.\nPreferred / Desirable Qualifications\nAutomation testing experience (e.g. Selenium, ACCELQ).\nSecurity testing knowledge.\nExperience in REST API along with integration testing.\nJob Types: Full-time, Contract\nPay: $70.00 - $75.00 per hour\nExperience:\nSQL: 10 years (Required)\nWork Location: In person","company":"Kaizen Dynamics","rawCompany":"kaizen dynamics","city":"Washington","state":"DC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-06T12:58:33.003Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1253.00","title":"Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers","slug":"software-quality-assurance-analysts-and-testers"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1211.00","title":"Computer Systems Analysts","slug":"computer-systems-analysts"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Software QA Tester","description":"OCTO is looking for a resource to test the Department of Motor Vehicles enterprise application.\nThe Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO)Application Software Quality Assurance program in conjunction with the Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) application will empower citizens of DC To promote the safe operation of motor vehicles and public safety, while providing outstanding customer service. This application will require development and implementation of DMV application to build a comprehensive digital government experience that empowers residents, businesses, and visitors to navigate the process of driver’s license and support each step along the way.\nThe QA Tester will test the DC Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) application tomeet the project objectives and support new or expanding business objectives.This will include requirements review/analysis, creating test cases, test caseexecution and creating defects for the new or updated software applications.\nCandidate must have technical proficiency for testing Software Applicationsalong with proficiency in Jira. Candidates should be able to participate in theentire development lifecycle from design through deployment. Ability to performrequirements review, write test cases, automate test cases, execute test cases,and create defects is essential. Be able to communicate to the Project Team fordefects/issues identified during testing.\nThe QA Tester will work in an Agile Team environment to perform softwareapplication testing to verify and validate the application requirements arecovered, to and improve our internal and client-facing environment.\nThe QA Tester will be working in a supportive and fast-paced team with thedevelopment team and opportunities to increase your professional knowledge.\nThe Candidate will be responsible for the following:\n·Performing Software Application Testing ofcustomized solutions within the software platform to support critical businessfunctions and meet the project objectives, client use requirements and companygoals\n·Write automated test scripts based on the UserStories and develop a methodology\n·Communication with project management, clients,and other developers to ensure effective collaboration throughout the testingphase as a team player\n·Knowledge of the database understanding andschemas to validate the test results\n·Knowledge in API testing and understanding thewireframes in Figma/XD.\n·Maintaining a flexible and proactive workenvironment to facilitate a quick response to changing project requirements andcustomer objectives and innovate ways to meet mission goals successfully.\n·Direct interaction with clients, managers, andend users is necessary to analyze project objectives and capabilityrequirements, including specifications for user interfaces, customizedapplications, and interactions with internal and external instances.\n·Collaboration with various internal departments,including development and operations, to ensure new DMV application supportsinternal needs relating to functionality and performance.\n---------------------------------------------\nCONTRACT JOB DESCRIPTION\nKey Responsibilities\nDevelop test strategies,plans, and test cases (functional, automation, integration, regression).\nExecute manual and automatedtests, track defects, ensure resolution with proper documentation.\nAutomate test cases usingtest automation frameworks and tools (e.g. Selenium, ACCELQ etc.).\nCollaborate with developersand business analysts to refine requirements and acceptance criteria.\nPerform cross-browser,usability testing.\nParticipate in code reviews and provide feedback.\nDocument test results, maintain test artifacts.\nUse defect tracking tools JIRA and manage defect lifecycle.\nEnsure and follow all DC Government security standards.\nMinimum Qualifications / Skills\nBachelor’s degree in computer science or related field\n8+ years’ experience in software testing / QA.\nExperience with test case management and defect tracking tools (JIRA).\nExperience with test automation tools and frameworks (Selenium, ACCELQ).\nStrong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).\nMust worked with version control.\nExcellent verbal/written communication skills.\nStrong analytical skills, attention to detail.\nPreferred / Desirable Qualifications\nAutomation testing experience (e.g. Selenium, ACCELQ).\nSecurity testing knowledge.\nExperience in REST API along with integration testing.\nJob Types: Full-time, Contract\nPay: $70.00 - $75.00 per hour\nExperience:\nSQL: 10 years (Required)\nWork Location: In person","datePosted":"2026-08-06T12:58:33.003Z","dateModified":"2026-08-06T12:58:33.003Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Kaizen Dynamics","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Washington","addressRegion":"DC","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"bd705b1f75abcd200ff3690c"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bd705b1f75abcd200ff3690c"}}