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Gridiron IT

Software Tester

Chantilly, VA · On-site

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CACI International, Inc.

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How much do contractual software tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for contractual software tester in the United States is $43.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.41 and $52.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contractual Software Tester vs Permanent Software Tester?

AspectContractual Software TesterPermanent Software Tester
CredentialsTypically requires QA certifications, testing tools knowledgeSame as contractual, often with additional company-specific training
Work EnvironmentProject-based, temporary assignments, often remote or client sitesFull-time, in-house or office-based
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in IT consulting, software development firms, and freelancingUsed in corporate IT departments, software companies
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for short-term testing roles, freelance opportunitiesSeeking stable, long-term testing positions

The main difference between a Contractual Software Tester and a Permanent Software Tester lies in employment type, duration, and work setting. Contractual testers work on temporary projects, often with flexible locations, while permanent testers are full-time employees with ongoing roles within a company.

How much do contractual software testers get paid?

Contractual software testers typically earn between $20 and $50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and project complexity. Rates can vary based on skills such as automation testing or familiarity with specific tools like Selenium or JIRA, and may include benefits like flexible schedules or remote work options.
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Infographic showing various Contractual Software Tester job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $90,490 per year, or $43.5 per hour.

Software Tester

Gridiron IT

Chantilly, VA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Job Summary:
Gridiron IT is a Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) that specializes in providing comprehensive IT services tailored to meet the needs of federal agencies. They are seeking a Software Tester with an active TS/SCI CI Polygraph to develop test standards and ensure compliance for complex IT products and systems.
Responsibilities:
• Defines and develops test standards for the testing of information technology products, equipment, or systems in accordance with company and contractual requirements.
• Reviews and evaluates complex test specifications, test results, test trends and implements corrective action as needed.
• Determines optimal approach to testing complex products or solutions to assure compliance with applicable specifications.
• Identifies and recommends product or solution characteristics that optimize their ability to be tested or to provide test data for diagnostic purposes.
• Combines customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledges technical, schedule and cost constraints.
• Develops and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for completing systems.
• Coordinates integrated testing activities, reviews, and evaluates test requirements to ensure completeness of test program, performs technical analysis of complete systems and prepares comprehensive system level evaluations.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent, and 5 – 7 years of related experience.
• Active and current TS/SCI with polygraph
• CompTIA Security+ certification
• Experience in Agile environment
• Experience in Scrum
• Experience in Automated testing
• Experience in Security testing
• Experience with MS TFS
• Experience with Zap (security testing)
• Good organizational skills
• Good leadership skills
• Good project management skills
• Good negotiation skills
• Good people management skills
• Good time management skills
• Good problem-solving ability
• Good analytical and logical skills
Preferred:
• ISTQB Certified Tester or equivalent
• Familiarity with load testing
Company:
Gridiron IT is a firm that specializes in IT talent acquisition and placement for government, federal contractors, and commercial clients. Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in Reston, USA, with a team of 201-500 employees. The company is currently Growth Stage.

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