Functional Tester - Remote

Hi, Please find my direct client job requirement for your consideration. Title: Functional Tester Location: Remote Job Description: We need a good functional tester for a Data Visualization/Web Development project we are currently working on here at CDC. 1 year long contract (possible extensions), 100% remote work with occasional meetings. Prefer a local candidate but open to non-local candidates with 100% remote work. Candidate needs to be a Holder or an who can clear a public trust clearance and start work as soon as possible. Required Experience and Skills 10+ years of overall IT experience, including 7+ years in Quality Assurance, Software Testing, or Quality Engineering.Experience performing functional, regression, integration, system, smoke, performance, accessibility, and security-related testing.Strong SQL skills for database validation, data reconciliation, and reporting accuracy testing.Experience with defect tracking, root cause analysis, risk reporting, and quality metrics using tools such as Jira, Azure Boards, ServiceNow, or similar.5+ years of hands-on test automation experience designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks for enterprise applications.Experience leading QA automation strategy, test planning, test execution, defect management, and release validation across Agile software delivery teams.Proficiency with at least one automation programming language, such as Java, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, or C#.Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or similar tools.Experience creating test plans, test cases, test scripts, acceptance criteria, traceability matrices, and test summary reports.Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, DevSecOps, CI/CD, and secure SDLC practices.Ability to lead testing activities across multiple applications, releases, or Agile teams.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to brief technical findings, risks, and release readiness to leadership.Ability to pass required Federal background screening and obtain and maintain both government clearance and customer approval