Integration​/Performance​/Functional Testers

Integration/Performance/Functional Testers

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The annual salary range for this position is $51,000.00-$85,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, security clearances, licensure, certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

• Design, develop, and execute integration test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and other QA team members to understand integration points and requirements.
• Perform end-to-end testing of software systems, APIs, and third-party integrations.
• Identify, document, and track defects using issue tracking tools (e.g., JIRA).
• Validate data flow and system interactions across multiple platforms.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and best practices in integration testing.
• Provide feedback and recommendations for improving system architecture and integration design.

• US Citizenship is required.
• Must have pre-existing IRS clearance.
• Must be able to support an Eastern time zone work schedule (8am-5pm).
• If within commuting distance to a Guidehouse or IRS office, you will be asked to work from one of those facilities.
• Bachelor’s degree. Additional four (4) expedience can be used in lieu of degree.
• At least 2-4 years of experience in software testing, with a focus on integration testing.
• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies.
• Experience with testing tools like JMeter, Postman, SoapUI, Selenium, Cucumber, and other testing frameworks.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Azure Dev Ops, Jenkins, Git Lab).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript) is a plus.
• Experience with Oracle, DB2, or SQL Server for data-driven testing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility testing standards and tools (e.g., JAWS, Zoom Text).
• Experience supporting test automation initiatives and contributing to automation frameworks.
• Familiarity with performance testing and monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, AIX, OEM).
• Exposure to enterprise scheduling tools such as Control‑M or OpCon.
• Experience with IBM Rational ELM suite preferred.
• Experience with IRS-specific documentation standards and test lifecycle artifacts.
• Familiarity with IRS internal tools and test management systems.
• Familiarity with IRS security policies, IRM standards, and SBU data compliance.
• Experience with ETL tools like Informatica and data masking technologies.

• Lead and execute complex testing efforts across enterprise systems.
• Ensure that mission‑critical applications meet rigorous standards for functionality, performance, security, and accessibility.
• Prepare and execute test plans, automate test cases, document results, and participate in peer reviews and defect resolution.
• Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures, provide training and knowledge transfer to team members, and support the creation of desk instructions and process documentation.
• This role typically reports to a project or program manager and may also receive direction from technical leads or quality assurance supervisors. You will work independently under general guidance and may coordinate or mentor other testers as needed.
• Work with a broad range of technologies including IBM Rational tools (ETM, RFT, RPT, DNG, EWM), Selenium, JMeter, Load Runner, Informatica, Control‑M, and platforms such as Windows, Linux, UNIX, and mainframe environments. Familiarity with databases like Oracle, DB2, SQL Server, and tools supporting Agile and Dev Ops practices is essential.

• US Citizenship is required.
• Must have pre-existing IRS clearance.
• Must be able to support an Eastern time zone work schedule (8am-5pm).
• If within commuting distance to a Guidehouse or IRS office, they will be asked to work from one of those facilities.
• A…