Senior QA– Performance Tester

Job Family:

Software Development & Support (Digital)

Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Clearance Required:

Active Public Trust

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, and execute Performance 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.

What You Will Need:

• US Citizenship is required.

• Must have pre-existing IRS clearance.

• Bachelor’s degree. Additional Four (4) expedience can be used in lieu of degree.

• At least Four (4) years of experience in software testing, with a focus on Performance 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

• Extensive hands-on experience with LoadRunner is required.

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab).

• 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.

• Must be able to work from IRS Office from New Carrollton, MD.

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Knowledge of Section 508 accessibility testing standards and tools (e.g., JAWS, ZoomText).

• 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

What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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