Junior Functional/Automation Tester :: Washington, DC (Remote)

Summary

ARK Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Junior Functional/Automation Tester to support software quality assurance throughout the Software Development Life Cycle. The role performs functional, regression, integration, API, and automated testing; documents and tracks defects; and collaborates with QA, development, DevOps, and other stakeholders to ensure high-quality software delivery.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional, regression, integration, and other software testing activities
• Review requirements and develop clear test scenarios and test cases
• Execute manual and automated tests and document testing results
• Create, maintain, and enhance automated test scripts using appropriate testing tools and frameworks
• Perform basic API testing, including request/response validation, HTTP status codes, error handling, and authentication scenarios
• Use Java, JavaScript, and/or SQL for test automation, scripting, and data validation
• Identify, document, track, retest, and close software defects
• Work with developers and QA team members to investigate and resolve defects
• Use Git-based workflows, including branching, pull requests, and code reviews
• Support automated testing within CI/CD pipelines and gain hands-on experience with tools such as Jenkins or GitLab
• Follow secure testing practices, including protecting sensitive test data, safe logging, and least-privilege principles
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and testing activities throughout the SDLC
• Document test results, defects, and supporting evidence clearly and accurately
• Collaborate with QA, Development, DevOps, and other cross-functional stakeholders
• Follow established testing standards and continuously improve technical and automation skills

Skills

• 1–2 years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, test automation, or a related software development role. Internships, co-ops, and equivalent project experience may be considered
• Foundational understanding of functional testing, regression testing, and the defect lifecycle
• Experience creating or maintaining automated tests using common testing tools or frameworks
• Basic knowledge of REST API testing, including requests, responses, HTTP status codes, and authentication concepts
• Familiarity with at least one programming, scripting, or query language such as Java, JavaScript, or SQL
• Familiarity with Git and standard development workflows such as branching, pull requests, and code reviews
• Basic understanding of CI/CD concepts and willingness to learn pipeline-based automated testing
• Understanding of secure test-data handling and safe logging practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to clearly document test results and software defects
• Strong collaboration skills and willingness to learn from feedback

Qualifications

Must Haves

• 1–2 years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, test automation, or a related software development role. Internships, co-ops, and equivalent project experience may be considered
• Foundational understanding of functional testing, regression testing, and the defect lifecycle
• Experience creating or maintaining automated tests using common testing tools or frameworks
• Basic knowledge of REST API testing, including requests, responses, HTTP status codes, and authentication concepts
• Familiarity with at least one programming, scripting, or query language such as Java, JavaScript, or SQL
• Familiarity with Git and standard development workflows such as branching, pull requests, and code reviews
• Basic understanding of CI/CD concepts and willingness to learn pipeline-based automated testing
• Understanding of secure test-data handling and safe logging practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to clearly document test results and software defects
• Strong collaboration skills and willingness to learn from feedback

Benefits

• Remote work arrangement