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Greenplum Software Tester

Lanham, MD

... the industry average. (REQUISITION # 15009146) GREENPLUM SOFTWARE TESTER Lanham, Maryland ... Description: Our Client is seeking several Greenplum Software Testers at the ITS or SITS labor ...

BCforward

Greenplum Software Tester

Lanham, MD

... the industry average. (REQUISITION # 15009146) GREENPLUM SOFTWARE TESTER Lanham, Maryland ... Description: Our Client is seeking several Greenplum Software Testers at the ITS or SITS labor ...

Veredus - DC

QA Tester

Ashburn, VA

$35 - $40/hr

... in testing 1. Requirement gathering, Test plan creation, Test strategies, Test cases development ... Candidates work with a professional recruiter whose average experience is eight years in the ...

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How much do average tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for average tester in the United States is $38.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.39 and $50.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What jobs pay $500,000 a year in the US?

For an average tester or quality assurance professional, earning $500,000 annually is uncommon and typically requires senior roles in specialized fields such as software engineering, product management, or executive positions. High salaries in tech often involve experience, advanced skills, and sometimes stock options or bonuses. Most testing roles do not reach this income level without significant advancement or additional responsibilities.

What is the difference between Average Tester vs QA Tester?

AspectAverage TesterQA Tester
CertificationsBasic testing certifications (e.g., ISTQB Foundation)Same as Average Tester, often with additional quality assurance training
Work EnvironmentSoftware development teams, testing labsSoftware development teams, quality assurance departments
Industry UsageCommon in software and app testingUsed interchangeably in software quality assurance
Job FocusExecuting test cases, identifying bugsEnsuring overall quality, process improvement

Both Average Testers and QA Testers perform software testing, but QA Testers often have a broader focus on quality assurance processes. While the roles overlap, QA Testers typically engage in process improvements and comprehensive testing strategies, whereas Average Testers focus on executing test cases and bug identification.

Are QA testers in demand in 2026?

QA testers remain in demand as software development continues to grow, with skills in automation tools and scripting increasing their value. The role often requires knowledge of testing frameworks and attention to detail, and employment prospects are expected to stay stable or improve as quality assurance remains essential in software projects.

How much does a tester get paid?

The average tester salary varies depending on experience, location, and industry, but typically ranges from $40,000 to $80,000 annually. Entry-level testers may earn closer to $40,000, while experienced testers with specialized skills can earn over $70,000 or more, especially if they work with automation tools or in high-demand sectors.

Is being a tester worth it?

Being an average tester can be a worthwhile career for those interested in quality assurance, software development, and problem-solving. It often requires attention to detail, knowledge of testing tools, and sometimes certifications, with job stability depending on industry demand and experience level.
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Infographic showing various Average Tester job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 64% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 35% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,791 per year, or $38.4 per hour.
Informatica Software Tester

Informatica Software Tester

BCforward

Maryland City, MD

Contractor

Posted 3 hours ago

Job description

Company Description

About BCforward BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers' needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. BCforward's headquarters are in Indianapolis, Indiana and also operates delivery centers in 17 locations in North America as well as Hyderabad, India and Puerto Rico. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm headquartered in Indiana. With 14+ years of uninterrupted growth, the addition of two brands (Stafforward and PMforward) and a team of more than 1400 resources our teams deliver services for multiple industries from both public and private sectors. BCforward's team of dedicated staffing professionals has placed thousands of talented people over the past decade, with retention rates that are consistently higher than the industry average.

Job Description

Informatica Software Testers Needed

Lanham, Maryland

Long Term Opportunity


Description:

Our client is seeking several ITS and SITS Informatica Software Testers to join our team. These positions will be located in Lanham, Maryland. This is a Very, Very long term contract opportunity working on-site.


Roles and Responsibilities:

Individual will conduct functional and/or integration testing of multiple programs in a client/server and/or IBM mainframe environment.

Programs typically support the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) tax processing pipeline and master file systems.

Individual will use IRS or Contractor-developed documentation to construct test cases with predetermined results and test data to verify program functionality and/or interfaces through assigned systems.

Individual will review output to determine whether or not the test results fulfill the established requirements, and if necessary, notify the responsible programmers, both orally and in writing, of errors, omissions, and inconsistencies in the programs and/or documentation.


If the candidate were to have a MBI clearance - that would be fantastic


Qualifications:

This position may be filled at either an ITS or SITS labor category level:

Basic Qualifications for an SITS:

BS degree and 9 years IT experience OR High school diploma and a minimum of 13 years of progressive IT experience

3 years of software testing experience

Knowledge of Informatica ETL tool and/or Informatica software testing

Ability to obtain a Minimum Background Investigation security clearance


Basic Qualifications for an ITS:

BS degree and 5 years IT experience OR High school diploma and a minimum of 9 years of progressive IT experience

3 years of software testing experience

Knowledge of Informatica ETL tool and/or Informatica software testing

Ability to obtain a Minimum Background Investigation security clearance


Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:

Possession of a current IRS background investigation

Knowledge of current IRS tax administration software applications

Experience with IRS tax administration systems



Qualifications

BS Degree

Additional Information

Must be able to pass a background and drug screen

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About BCforward

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BCforward began as an IT business solutions and staffing firm. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers' needs into a full service personnel solutions organization. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, BCforward also operates numerous delivery centers across North America and India. We are currently the largest consulting firm and largest MBE certified firm in Indiana. Our uninterrupted growth has allowed BCforward to deliver uniquely configured IT staffing and project solutions for over years of catering to our customers' specific needs. BCforward currently maintains a team of over 5000 global resources. With our additional brand, Stafforward, together we have the capabilities to deliver services for a variety of industries in both public and private sectors which allows us to address your most challenging needs.

Industry

It services

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Indianapolis, IN, US

Year founded

1998

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