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Virtual Embedded Software Qa Engineer Jobs in Gaithersburg, MD

SMX

Cleared Hybrid QA Tester/Engineer (5416)

Hanover, MD

$41 - $56/hr

SMX is seeking a QA Tester/Engineer to ensure the quality, reliability, and performance of enterprise software applications and cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented qualit.

AHU Technologies, Inc.

Software QA Analyst

Washington, DC · On-site

$60 - $65/hr

Software QA Tester - DMV LOCATION: Washington, DC/ Onsite Employment type: Contract w2/1099/C2C ... Required 10 Years • Communication with project management, clients, and other developers to ...

A-TEK Inc.

Quality Assurance Engineer

Bethesda, MD · Hybrid

$120K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The QA Engineer will work closely with Product, Business Analysts (BAs), Engineers, User Experience (UX), and client stakeholders to validate requirements, define test strategies, and ensure new ...

Rapid Finance

Senior QA Engineer (Hybrid)

Bethesda, MD · On-site

About the opportunity The Senior QA Engineer (Automation) is responsible for improving the quality of a variety of software applications by creating and executing tests. The individual in this role ...

Rapid Finance

Senior QA Engineer (Hybrid)

Bethesda, MD · On-site

About the opportunity The Senior QA Engineer (Automation) is responsible for improving the quality of a variety of software applications by creating and executing tests. The individual in this role ...

IntraFi

Quality Assurance Engineer (Sweep)

Arlington, VA

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  • Dental

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

Proven expertise in software quality assurance, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Agile ... Proficiency in programming languages including Java, Python, JavaScript, and Angular. * Strong ...

IntraFi

Quality Assurance Engineer (Sweep)

Arlington, VA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Proven expertise in software quality assurance, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Agile ... Proficiency in programming languages including Java, Python, JavaScript, and Angular. * Strong ...

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How much do virtual embedded software qa engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for virtual embedded software qa engineer in Gaithersburg, MD is $165,723.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $142,100.00 and $186,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Virtual Embedded Software Qa Engineer vs Embedded Software Tester?

AspectVirtual Embedded Software Qa EngineerEmbedded Software Tester
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in Computer Engineering or related field, certifications like ISTQB are commonSimilar credentials, often with certifications like ISTQB or CSTE
Work EnvironmentWorks remotely or virtually, testing embedded software in simulated or cloud environmentsUsually works on-site or in lab environments testing physical embedded hardware and software
Industry UsageUsed in industries like automotive, aerospace, and consumer electronics for remote testingCommon in manufacturing, hardware development, and product testing facilities

The Virtual Embedded Software Qa Engineer focuses on remote testing and validation of embedded software, often using simulation tools, while the Embedded Software Tester typically works directly with hardware and physical devices. Both roles require similar skills and certifications but differ mainly in work environment and testing methods.

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Infographic showing various Virtual Embedded Software Qa Engineer job openings in Gaithersburg, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $165,723 per year, or $79.7 per hour.

Software Tester / QA Engineer - Junior

ASM Research

Fairfax, VA • On-site

$42 - $57.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

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Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

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Job description

The Software Tester / QA Engineer - Junior supports software quality assurance activities by executing test plans and validating application functionality across multiple development and test environments. This role focuses on uncovering defects early, maintaining clear documentation, and helping ensure that software meets functional and non-functional requirements.
Working as part of an enterprise QA team, the junior tester contributes to both manual and automated testing for mission-critical systems in a federal client environment. The position collaborates closely with developers, product owners, and other stakeholders to improve test coverage, system reliability, and overall product quality.
Key Responsibilities
  • Execute functional, regression, integration, system, and basic performance tests based on requirements, user stories, and established QA methodologies.
  • Design, write, and maintain structured test cases, test scripts, and traceability matrices to ensure full coverage of functional and non-functional requirements.
  • Identify, document, and track defects using industry-standard issue-tracking tools, providing clear reproduction steps, expected versus actual results, and severity assessments.
  • Contribute to automated test frameworks and scripts for web and API testing using tools such as Selenium or similar, with basic scripting in Java, Python, or JavaScript.
  • Prepare test data sets, support test environment setup, and verify environment readiness prior to execution of test cycles.
  • Perform basic performance and security testing activities, including executing predefined scenarios and supporting use of scanning tools to validate resilience and controls.
  • Use SQL queries and other tools to validate database contents, support root-cause analysis, and confirm end-to-end data integrity.
  • Produce test reports, metrics, and dashboards that communicate test progress, defect trends, and quality status to project stakeholders, and participate in defect triage and confirmation testing.
  • Collaborate with developers and other team members to improve code testability, clarify requirements for testability, and contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes and practices.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • 0-3 years of professional, internship, or project-based experience in software or system testing and QA.
  • Demonstrated ability to design and execute structured test cases and document clear, reproducible defects.
  • Foundational experience with test management and defect-tracking tools (for example, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar).
  • Basic familiarity with automated testing frameworks and scripting languages (such as Java, Python, or JavaScript) for web or API testing.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret clearance; current Secret clearance required at time of hire per program needs.
  • Must be a US citizen.

Preferred Qualifications
  • ISTQB Foundation Level or equivalent software testing certification.
  • Experience working in Agile or DevOps environments, including participation in ceremonies such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
  • Exposure to security testing concepts and tools for scanning vulnerabilities or validating security controls in regulated environments.
  • Prior experience testing mission-critical or government systems where reliability, security, and compliance are emphasized.

Compensation Ranges
Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary depending on multiple factors; including but not limited to, location, skill set, level of education, certifications, client requirements, contract-specific affordability, government clearance and investigation level, and years of experience. The compensation displayed for this role is a general guideline based on these factors and is unique to each role. Monetary compensation is one component of ASM's overall compensation and benefits package for employees.
EEO Requirements
It is the policy of ASM that an individual's race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation or national origin are not and will not be considered in any personnel or management decisions. We affirm our commitment to these fundamental policies.
All recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications is done without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, or age. All decisions on employment are made to abide by the principle of equal employment.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described in "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" above are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. (For example, "light office duties' or "lifting up to 50 pounds" or "some travel" required.) Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualifying disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions.
Disclaimer
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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