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GovCIO is currently hiring a SQA tester to support the Health Services Portfolio Technical ... This role is a fully remote position within the United States. Core office hours are 8am - 5pm ET.

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How much do remote sqa jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote sqa in the United States is $56.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48.08 and $64.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote SQA?

A Remote SQA (Software Quality Assurance) job involves testing software applications to ensure they meet quality standards, all while working from a remote location. Responsibilities typically include writing test cases, identifying bugs, and collaborating with developers to resolve issues. Remote SQA professionals use tools for automated and manual testing to enhance software reliability. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in testing methodologies are essential for success in this role.

What are the daily responsibilities of a Remote SQA?

A Remote SQA professional typically reviews software requirements, designs and executes test cases, documents defects, and works closely with development teams to verify fixes. They may participate in daily stand-up meetings, perform both manual and automated testing, and help ensure deliverables meet quality standards before release. Collaboration through virtual tools and clear reporting are essential, as communication often happens via email, chat, or video calls. In addition to routine testing, Remote SQA roles often involve contributing to process improvements and helping refine test automation strategies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Remote SQA position?

To thrive as a Remote SQA (Software Quality Assurance) professional, you need a solid understanding of software testing methodologies, attention to detail, and experience with bug tracking and test management tools, often backed by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with automation tools like Selenium, JIRA, and CI/CD systems, as well as certifications such as ISTQB, is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving skills, clear written communication, and the ability to collaborate virtually with distributed teams help candidates excel in this role. These competencies are vital to ensuring software reliability and seamless teamwork in a remote work environment.

How to become a remote SQA tester?

To become a remote SQA (Software Quality Assurance) tester, you should gain knowledge of testing methodologies, learn relevant tools like Selenium or JIRA, and develop strong attention to detail. Earning certifications such as ISTQB can enhance your credentials, and experience with scripting or programming languages can improve job prospects. Many remote SQA roles also require good communication skills and the ability to work independently in a virtual environment.
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Infographic showing various Remote Sqa job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $117,737 per year, or $56.6 per hour.

$100K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


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Job description

GovCIO is currently hiring a SQA tester to support the Health Services Portfolio Technical Management and Strategic Solutioning Support (HTMS) program within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Information and Technology (OIT). This role is a fully remote position within the United States. Core office hours are 8am - 5pm ET.
Responsibilities
Designs, develops, and implements testing methods and equipment to ensure that the product will perform to specifications. The candidate will use technical expertise on IT products and will work with developers, end users and organizations to create test plans and test scripts, plan test events, track problems and reports on errors that are identified, and assist with the defect database.
  • Work with developers, end users and organizations to create test plans and test scripts.
  • Coordinate with test sites and other team participants to plan test events.
  • Develop testing procedures, test plans, scripts, scenarios, functional tests, regression tests, and deployment tests.
  • Implements the testing processes and ensures all test activities follow those processes. Produces reports on each test activity and tracks test metrics.
  • Monitors for continual test process improvement through failure analysis, throughput analysis, yield analysis, and report to management periodically.

Qualifications
Required Skills and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, or a related scientific or technical discipline plus 10 years of experience. 8 years of additional relevant experience may be substituted for education
  • Experience in the software development lifecycle
  • Experience testing Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VistA), Graphical User Interface (GUI) applications and Section 508
  • Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
  • Proficient with MS SharePoint and MS Teams
  • Experience using Jira in an Agile or SAFe environment
  • Demonstrated experience in a remote work environment
  • Great interpersonal skills and ability to work independently with minimal guidance/supervision

Clearance Required: Ability to obtain and maintain a VA Public Trust clearance
Preferred Skills and Experience
  • Experience in supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs and /or other Federal Agencies
  • Experience in VA Pharmacy
  • Well-versed in the VA project management methodology and other VA-related reporting methodologies
  • Willingness and ability to quickly learn new skills, new client environments, and grow domain expertise
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
  • Excellent prioritization and time management skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines and stay organized
  • 508 Testing experience is a plus

Posted Salary Range
USD $100,000.00 - USD $105,000.00 /Yr.

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