Junior Software Tester

Junior Software Tester Location:

Merrifield, VA-4 days on-site, 1 day remote

Clearance:

Ability to obtain Public Trust Launch Your Tech Career Supporting One of the Nation's Largest Retail Systems At MBA Consulting Services, Inc., we build and support mission-critical technology solutions that keep the country moving. We're looking for a sharp, curious, and driven Junior Software Tester to join our team supporting the United States Postal Service Retail Technology Programs. If you love solving problems, digging into details, breaking software before users do, and working with a collaborative tech team — this is your opportunity to grow your career in software quality assurance and testing. You'll work alongside developers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure applications are reliable, user-friendly, and production-ready from day one. What You'll Do Test. Troubleshoot. Improve. Review system requirements, specifications, and design documents to understand application functionality Build detailed test scenarios, test scripts, and test cases covering standard workflows and edge cases Execute manual testing to validate functionality, usability, and performance Identify, document, and track software defects with clear reproduction steps and impact analysis Analyze debug logs and assist with troubleshooting application issues Re-test resolved defects to verify successful fixes and prevent regression issues Collaborate with developers and project teams to improve overall software quality Investigate production issues and help minimize impact to end users Support Agile development and SDLC processes across multiple projects simultaneously Provide feedback on UI and design documentation to improve quality and user experience What You Bring Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a related field 2+ years of software testing or related IT experience Experience creating test plans, test strategies, and test cases Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies Familiarity with manual and automated testing tools Experience with bug tracking and defect management systems Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance Bonus Points If You Have Experience with Agile development environments Familiarity with Section 508 accessibility standards and compliant UI testing Technical writing or requirements documentation experience Why Join MBA CSi? At MBA Consulting Services, Inc., you'll join a mission-driven team delivering innovative IT and engineering solutions across the federal sector. With more than 20 years of experience, 350+ employees worldwide, and projects supporting critical government operations, we invest in people who want to grow, contribute, and make an impact. What You'll Get Meaningful federal technology projects Collaborative and supportive team environment Career growth opportunities in QA, testing, and systems engineering Exposure to enterprise-scale retail and operational systems A company culture built on integrity, respect, innovation, and quality Apply at MBA Consulting Services, Inc. MBA CSi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. #IND1 #IH