Junior Software Engineer – QA

Precise Software Solutions, Inc.

. Support full stack development efforts, including enhancements, bug fixes, and new features for the case management system .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRockville • Maryland • United StatesJunior💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Full Stack Development with proficiency in Java and Python, alongside strong capabilities in Agile Scrum methodology and software testing practices. Maintains effective communication with federal clients while managing help desk operations and utilizing tools like Jira and Confluence for project tracking and documentation.

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Full Stack DevelopmentAgile Scrum MethodologySoftware Testing PracticesJira and ConfluenceHelp Desk Management

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Hard Skills

JavaPythonSoftware Development Lifecycle (SDLC)End-to-End TestingRegression TestingAI-Assisted Development ToolsAutomation FrameworksDrupal

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Oral CommunicationClient Relationship Management

Tools & Technologies

ServiceNowJiraConfluence

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Trust Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Federal Government ClientPublic-Sector Project

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

DrupalJavaPythonSDLCServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support full stack development efforts, including enhancements, bug fixes, and new features for the case management system
Provide daily technical support and help desk ticketing, such as ServiceNow, for the case management system
Resolve incidents reported by external customers and end users to ensure timely resolution and user satisfaction
Conduct end-to-end and regression testing across the web application to validate functionality, performance, and system integrity
Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
Help maintain the product backlog in Jira
Create and maintain documentation and status reports, including testing results, ticket/incident metrics, and release notes, using Jira and Confluence
Maintain a professional, responsive, and trusted relationship with federal client stakeholders
Identify opportunities to apply AI-assisted development and testing tools, LLMs, and automation to improve delivery speed and quality

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be USC/Green card/EAD with ability to obtain a public trust clearance
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proficient in Agile Scrum methodology, with hands-on experience in a Scrum team
Good understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Familiarity with Jira and Confluence for tracking work and producing reports
Comfortable managing a help desk / ticketing queue and communicating directly with clients on issue status and resolution
Experience with software testing practices, including end-to-end and regression testing
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology & Management, or a related field
Approximately 2 years of software development or IT experience preferred
Full stack development experience with Java and Python
Hands-on experience with Drupal is a plus but not required
Exposure to AI-assisted development tools, LLMs, or automation frameworks
Prior experience supporting a federal government client or public-sector project

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental and Vision)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
Retirement Plan with 4% match and discretionary match at year end
Paid Time Off (PTO): 15 days of PTO accrued per year
7 holidays + 3 Floating holidays
2 Innovation days (paid training days)
Short Term and Long-Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Jury Duty leave
Life and AD&D Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Training and Development
Wellness Incentives & Discount programs
Employee Referral Program
Annual Charity Donation Match
Awards and Recognition