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# Software Test Technician

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Poway, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $62,400 - $74,880
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Microsoft Windows, Software Applications, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, System Configuration, Linux, Regression Testing, Software Configuration Management, Software Engineering, Software Systems, System Testing, Test Execution Engine, Virtual Machines, Software Verification, System-level Testing, Information Technology, Testrail
- **Published:** November 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.com/details/5963705895

## About the Role

* High school diploma or equivalent.
 * Strong general computer skills and confidence learning unfamiliar software applications.
 * Experience working with Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
 * Ability to follow detailed technical instructions and execute established procedures accurately.
 * Strong attention to detail and the ability to recognize differences between expected and actual system behavior.
 * Ability to troubleshoot basic software, system, or configuration issues.
 * Clear written communication skills, particularly when documenting test results and technical problems.
 * Ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy and consistency.

Preferred Qualifications

These qualifications are helpful but not required:

 * Previous software testing, quality assurance, systems testing, or technical support experience.
 * Experience with virtual machines, simulation environments, or hardware-based test systems.
 * Experience testing or operating complex software applications involving multiple displays, interconnected systems, or sophisticated user interfaces.
 * Familiarity with defect or test-management tools such as Jira, Azure DevOps, TestRail, or similar platforms.
 * Associate degree or technical certification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.

Work Environment

This is a hands-on technical testing position involving both software-based test environments and physical hardware systems. Much of your work will involve executing structured test procedures, monitoring system behavior, documenting results, and investigating unexpected outcomes.

You will work independently on assigned testing while collaborating with test engineers, software developers, and other technical team members when issues arise. Accuracy, curiosity, reliability, and clear documentation are important to success in this role., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

## Description

We are seeking a Software Test Technician to support the testing and verification of integrated software systems in both virtual and hardware-based test environments.

In this role, you will execute established test procedures, verify that software behaves as expected, identify and document unexpected behavior, and collect evidence such as screenshots and system logs. You will work with sophisticated software applications and test systems, so success in this role requires strong computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to quickly learn new software and technical processes.

This is a hands-on testing role well suited to someone who enjoys working with technology, following structured processes, troubleshooting issues, and producing accurate, repeatable results.

What You'll Do

 * Execute functional, integration, regression, and system-level test procedures using virtual and physical test environments.
 * Configure, launch, and operate test environments and hardware platforms required for software verification.
 * Learn and navigate integrated software applications with complex interfaces, controls, menus, and system configurations.
 * Compare actual software behavior with expected results and accurately record pass/fail outcomes.
 * Identify software anomalies, unexpected behavior, and test execution issues.
 * Document defects with clear reproduction details and supporting evidence such as screenshots, logs, and diagnostic information.
 * Re-run tests following software changes or defect corrections and support regression testing.
 * Troubleshoot basic issues involving test setup, software configuration, or system operation.
 * Communicate test status, results, blockers, and technical issues to test engineers and software development teams.
 * Follow established test procedures and testing standards to produce accurate, consistent, and repeatable results.