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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Application Tester - **Company:** Professional Technology Integration (PTI) - **Location:** Hartford, CT, United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Excel, Test Suite, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Github, IBM Rational Software, Microsoft SQL Server, Service-Oriented Architecture, SoapUI, SQL Databases, Software Testing Automation Framework, Strategies of Testing, Web Services, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Scripting, Freeform SQL, Postman, Delivery Pipeline, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Tools for Reporting, Software Version Control, Programming Languages - **Published:** August 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://professionaltechintegration.com/PTICloud9/index.php?option=com_mycareer&job=apply&jpid=18607&Itemid=568 ## About the Role * Bachelor of Science in Computer Technology, with exposure to 3rd generation programming languages and software design patterns. * 5 to 7 years of hands-on experience as a tester for enterprise IT projects. * Strong proficiency in core programming languages, specifically C# or Java. * Proven experience in data-driven automation testing and handling full-lifecycle automation frameworks. * Experience with NIEM XML or other complex XML standards. * Hands-on experience testing web services manually using SoapUI or Postman. * Solid understanding of SOA technologies and experience scripting complex SQL queries (Microsoft SQL Server). * Sound knowledge of automation reporting tools (e.g., Extent Reports) and version control (GitHub). * Ability to understand the complexity of a large integrated system and trace problems to their source. * Proficiency in MS Excel and excellent collaborative skills. * Note: Working knowledge of IBM Rational Jazz Suite is considered a strong plus. Required / Desired Skills * IT Project QA / Software Testing (Required 5 Years) * Core Programming (C# or Java) (Required 3 Years) * Data-driven Automation Testing (Required 3 Years) * Complex SQL Scripting (MS SQL Server) (Required 3 Years) * Manual Web Services Testing (SoapUI / Postman) (Required 2 Years) * NIEM XML or complex XML Standard (Required 2 Years) * SOA Technologies (Required 2 Years) * Automation Reporting Tools (Extent Reports) (Required 2 Years) * GitHub (Required 2 Years) * DevOps Integration for Test Suites (Required 2 Years) * IBM Rational Jazz Suite (Nice to Have 1 Years) * BS in Computer Technology (Required 4 Years) ## Description Our public sector client is seeking a dedicated Application Tester to support a high-priority, large-scale integrated information-sharing system. The QA professional will be instrumental in ensuring system reliability, providing institutional knowledge of its design, and maintaining compliance with strict security policies. Scope of Work / Responsibilities: * Perform comprehensive system testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and requirements validation for complex integrated systems. * Create test use cases, execute manual and automated testing, and generate detailed test result reports for management. * Implement testing strategies required by project managers and provide documented processes to the testing team. * Support defect resolution, log defects into the defect management tool, and provide testing process consultation to the project team. * Validate Traceability Matrices against contractual requirements. * Manage the full lifecycle of Automation framework development, including architecture and expansion. * Maintain the automation test suite and seamlessly integrate it into DevOps pipelines. * Develop and deliver presentations on test results for stakeholders and officials. * Test new releases and collaborate effectively with developers, designers, team leaders, and other testers. ## Related Videos - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Continuous testing - run automated tests for every change!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/190-continuous-testing-run-automated-tests-for-every-change) - [Bringing AI Model Testing and Prompt Management to Your Codebase with GitHub Models](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1536-bringing-ai-model-testing-and-prompt-management-to-your-codebase-with-github-models) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Integration And E2E Testing: Are They Complementary or Interchangeable?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/86-integration-and-e2e-testing-are-they-complementary-or-interchangeable) - [Benefits of Using JMeter For Performance Testing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/96-benefits-of-using-jmeter-for-performance-testing) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)