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Junior Test Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$75K - $140K/yr

Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ... testing - Document and refine repeatable, detailed bug reports with supporting logs and data ...

Setup/define automated testing for validation/verification and production testing * Support ... Fun & games events * Coffee, sweets, & much more... Maxtena is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Junior Test Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$75K - $140K/yr

Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ... testing - Document and refine repeatable, detailed bug reports with supporting logs and data ...

Setup/define automated testing for validation/verification and production testing * Support ... Fun & games events * Coffee, sweets, & much more... Maxtena is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Testing and Prompting: Experimenting with various image generation models and tools (such as ... Game Changers: A game changer is someone who looks at problems with an open mind and shares new ...

Testing and Prompting: Experimenting with various image generation models and tools (such as ... Game Changers: A game changer is someone who looks at problems with an open mind and shares new ...

Testing and Prompting: Experimenting with various image generation models and tools (such as ... Game Changers: A game changer is someone who looks at problems with an open mind and shares new ...

Junior Software Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$100K - $145K/yr

... testing, and operational planning. Our open-door leadership team fosters a supportive culture ... Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ...

Junior Database Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$75K - $150K/yr

... testing, and operational planning. Our open-door leadership team fosters a supportive culture ... Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ...

Junior Database Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$75K - $150K/yr

... testing, and operational planning. Our open-door leadership team fosters a supportive culture ... Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ...

Junior Software Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$100K - $145K/yr

... testing, and operational planning. Our open-door leadership team fosters a supportive culture ... Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ...

Junior Systems Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$85K - $150K/yr

... testing, and operational planning. Our open-door leadership team fosters a supportive culture ... Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs ...

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How much do junior game tester jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for junior game tester in the United States is $18.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.95 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a junior game tester?

A Junior Game Tester is responsible for playing and evaluating video games to identify bugs, glitches, and other issues before a game is released. They follow test plans, document errors, and provide feedback to developers to help improve game quality. This role requires attention to detail, patience, and an understanding of gameplay mechanics. Junior Game Testers work closely with QA teams to ensure a smooth player experience. It's an entry-level position that can lead to more advanced roles in game development or quality assurance.

What does a typical workday look like for a junior game tester?

A typical workday for a Junior Game Tester involves playing through assigned game sections, identifying bugs or glitches, and documenting issues thoroughly using standardized bug tracking software. You'll collaborate closely with other testers and report your findings to the quality assurance (QA) team leads and developers for further investigation. Testers often follow detailed test cases and may participate in team meetings to discuss common issues or updates to testing priorities. This structured, collaborative environment helps ensure all aspects of the game are polished before release, and provides valuable feedback to the development team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a junior game tester?

To thrive as a Junior Game Tester, you need a keen eye for detail, basic understanding of gaming platforms, and familiarity with gameplay mechanics, often coupled with a high school diploma or relevant experience. Experience with bug tracking tools such as JIRA, a basic grasp of QA processes, and optional certifications like ISTQB Foundation Level can be beneficial. Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to follow detailed instructions make candidates stand out in this role. These qualities ensure thorough identification and reporting of game issues, effective team collaboration, and a high standard of game quality.

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Infographic showing various Junior Game Tester job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 66% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,039 per year, or $18.3 per hour.

Junior Test Engineer

Visionist, Inc.

Washington, DC • On-site

$75K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

Active Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance is required.
Visionist is bidding on an upcoming PRIME contract and, in anticipation of award, we're seeking Junior Test Engineers to join our team at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, DC. You will advance the future of maritime domain awareness by enhancing global ship tracking systems. You'll leverage state-of-the-art analytics, multi-INT fusion, and cutting-edge technologies to detect and disrupt illicit activities at sea-including smuggling, trafficking, illegal fishing, and waste dumping-while also preventing terrorism, securing global commerce, and strengthening U.S. homeland defense. Based in our nation's capital, you'll be at the center of mission-driven innovation with real-world impact.
For over 15 years, Visionist has been solving the Intelligence Community's toughest software and analysis challenges. As a 100% employee-owned company, we prioritize our people-your job security is assured. We embed small engineering teams with analysts to rapidly identify and solve mission capability gaps playing a critical role in defending our nation's cyber infrastructure & providing expertise in malware analysis, attribution, mapping adversarial infrastructure, pen testing, and operational planning. Our open-door leadership team fosters a supportive culture, where internal growth and promotion opportunities are the norm. Don't just take our word for it-check out our 4.8-star review on Glassdoor. Join a company that feels like a family with regular happy hours, baseball games, activity clubs and more. Check us out at www.visionistinc.com.
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Your contributions are...
- Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test procedures for service layer and web-tier applications
- Build and maintain automated test scripts to support functional regression testing
- Document and refine repeatable, detailed bug reports with supporting logs and data
- Conduct load and performance testing while collaborating with engineers to tune system configurations
- Perform security testing to ensure APIs and interfaces comply with requirements
- Manage test activities within an agile sprint lifecycle, including feature validation, regression testing, and reporting
- Create and maintain dashboards, test documentation, and release verification deliverables
Requirements for your new career...
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline. (Additional higher education may substitute years of experience)
- 3 years of experience in test engineering
- Experience in software testing and automation, with proficiency in tools such as UFT, Java, JavaScript (OpenLayers, ExtJS, jQuery), Maven, Jenkins/Hudson, Hibernate, Spring, Apache, HTML, CSS, and XPath
- Strong knowledge of test automation, regression testing, and agile methodologies
- Familiarity with bug tracking/configuration tools (JIRA, Confluence, SVN, etc.)
- Ability to analyze issues, capture detailed logs, and communicate findings clearly
Benefits of becoming a Visionist: Your new career - Visionist, Inc.
- We are a 100% employee-owned company, so our employees see the benefit of their contributions and have a stake in our overall success!
- Competitive 15% retirement contribution! (5% 401K match & 10% ESOP)
- 4 weeks paid time off that is never "use or lose", 12 paid holidays, comp time, overtime, AND flexible work hours
- 80 hours of paid parental leave with an additional $8,000 supplemental payment upon returning from maternity
- Medical, dental, & vision benefits for both individuals and families (those who waive medical benefits will receive an additional $4,160/year)
- Annual lifestyle bonus of $600 - use it towards gyms/fitness, new tech, or your HSA!
- Annual merit increases & performance-based bonuses
- Term life insurance, short-term disability, & long-term disability
Salary range: $75,000 - $140,000
Disclaimer: Salary for this position, along with additional compensation options, will be determined on an individual basis following the interview process, considering various factors such as years of experience, skills, education/certifications, contract specifications, market conditions, etc.
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Not a good fit? Check out our other opportunities: https://jobs.jobvite.com/visionist
Next steps: Apply online and one of our recruiters will reach out to you. We have a streamlined process of phone screen with a recruiter, interview with a Visionist team at our HQ in Columbia, MD, and that is all!
Interested in learning more about Visionist and the work we do? Check out our website!https://www.visionistinc.com/what-we-do
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U.S citizenship required (green card holders and permanent residents are not eligible). Applicants selected will be required to obtain / maintain a government security clearance.
Visionist, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities employer.