Quality Assurance Specialist

LMI

. Work closely with end users, functional SMEs, developers, Appian specialists, database administrators, DevSecOps engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and other technical teams to maintain ACWS availability, reliability, and user support quality .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in software quality assurance, including developing and executing test plans, managing defect tracking, and ensuring compliance with project requirements. Proficient in Agile methodologies and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance testing processes and deliver high-quality software solutions.

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5+ Years Software QA ExperienceAgile Testing MethodologiesJira Test ManagementAppian Application TestingDAWIA T&E Level 2 Certification

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Hard Skills

Test Plan DevelopmentTest Case ExecutionRequirements Traceability MatricesDefect TrackingAutomated Testing Tools

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

JiraGitLabAppian PlatformAgile Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

DAWIA T&E Level 2ISTQB Advanced Certification

Industry Keywords

Federal Acquisition RegulationsContract Writing ApplicationsGovernment Procurement SystemsDoD Software Programs

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityJava

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with end users, functional SMEs, developers, Appian specialists, database administrators, DevSecOps engineers, cybersecurity personnel, and other technical teams to maintain ACWS availability, reliability, and user support quality
Develop formal test plans, test procedures, test reports, and other QA deliverables required by project and contract requirements
Review business, functional, and technical requirements to ensure adequate test coverage and clear acceptance criteria
Develop and execute test cases for functional, regression, integration, system, and user acceptance testing
Validate ACWS sprint user stories against acceptance criteria and support Agile testing throughout iterative delivery cycles
Log, document, and track defects with clear reproduction steps, expected-versus-actual results, screenshots, logs, and other supporting evidence
Maintain traceability among requirements, test cases, defects, and test results and ensure QA documentation is complete and audit-ready
Participate in defect triage activities and assist development teams with root cause analysis and defect resolution
Communicate testing progress, risks, quality metrics, defect trends, and recommendations to project leadership, stakeholders, and government customers
Support the development and continuous improvement of test strategies, procedures, tools, and QA processes
Collaborate with Appian developers, Java developers, database administrators, DevSecOps engineers, functional SMEs, and stakeholders on requirements clarification and defect resolution
Support release testing, regression testing, implementation activities, and release readiness or sign-off processes
Participate in Scrum and other Agile ceremonies and provide QA input to sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives, and delivery planning
Support manual testing and the transition toward automated testing where practical and appropriate

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered
5+ years of professional software QA or testing experience
Experience with Jira test management or an equivalent test management tool
Experience working in Agile environments; Scrum or SAFe experience preferred
Experience developing formal test plans, test procedures, test reports, status reports, and other project documentation
Experience preparing professional contract deliverables and supporting documentation
Experience developing requirements traceability matrices (RTMs) and ensuring end-to-end test coverage of business and functional requirements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders, and government customers
Experience presenting testing results, risks, and recommendations to management, customers, and project stakeholders
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Active Secret clearance required
U.S. citizenship required
Experience testing applications built on the Appian Platform, including Appian-based enterprise or contract writing applications
Experience testing government procurement and acquisition systems, including data exchanges, interfaces, and business processes involving contract writing, financial, or related federal enterprise applications
Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations and processes, including FAR and DFARS
DAWIA T&E Level 2 or higher, ISTQB Advanced, or equivalent testing certification
Familiarity with automated testing tools and frameworks and experience supporting the transition from manual to automated testing
Experience supporting Army, DoD, Federal Government, or other regulated software programs
Experience with Appian application testing, functional configuration, or Appian release validation
Experience with defect tracking and collaboration tools such as Jira, GitLab, or comparable platforms