Software Developer – QA Regression Tester

2 Circle, Inc.

We are a small-veteran owned consulting firm providing specialized customer focused system engineering, requirements definition, operational analysis, and program management support to Department of Defense requirements staffs, acquisition communities, S&T organizations and warfighters to solve mission-critical problems. Our firm leverages a strong tradition of exceptional service to our customers and the warfighter. Our reputation and experience are critical to our success and is therefore, the center of our focus. We will maintain a competitive advantage by leveraging the ability to operate in multi-level security environments, unmitigated exceptional quality of product, and keeping our cost structure below competing consulting entities. 2 Circle Inc. seeks both people and partner companies with a commitment to excellence that will enable a best of breed product for the US and coalition warfighters.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Software Developer – QA Regression Tester to join our small but growing QA team. This is a unique opportunity to help build regression (“alpha”) testing from the ground up for a mission-critical software product supporting Proficiency-Based Training & Readiness (PBT&R) within the Department of Defense.

This role is a blank canvas: you will design, implement, and lead regression testing strategies, establish automation frameworks, and collaborate with developers, SMEs, and beta testers to ensure product quality and mission readiness. If you are passionate about coding, systems thinking, and testing ,and want to make a direct impact in a small, agile team. Ee’d like to hear from you.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop, implement, and evolve the company’s regression testing (alpha testing) strategy.
• Design and execute automated test suites using tools such as Katalon or similar frameworks.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure effective integration of QA processes into the development lifecycle.
• Propose and evaluate testing tools, secure approval for adoption, and lead their implementation.
• Work closely with beta testers and SMEs to ensure smooth handoff from alpha (regression) to beta (operational) testing.
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings and collaborate across development, QA, and SME groups.
• Provide input on long-term QA process improvements as the team grows.
• Occasional travel to support offsite meetings and/or data collection events (~once per quarter).

Qualifications

• ~5 years of experience in software development and/or QA engineering.
• Strong programming skills with proficiency across multiple languages.
• Proven experience designing or executing regression testing strategies.
• Hands-on experience with at least one automation tool or suite (e.g., Katalon, Playwright, Selenium, etc.).
• Strong QA mindset with attention to detail and a passion for building robust systems.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
• Comfortable working remotely with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ex-military background or experience working with military systems.
• Familiarity with systems engineering principles (requirements traceability, interface design, etc.).
• Experience in small-team environments where initiative and independence are highly valued.
• Prior experience working with DoD software systems.

Education

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field preferred, but not required. Equivalent professional experience will be considered.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone with:

• A passion for software quality, engineering, and problem-solving.
• Creativity and initiative to design QA systems from scratch.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work across development, QA, and operational testing teams.
• A balance of coding ability, QA mindset, and systems-level thinking.
• Attention to detail.

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

2 Circle, Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation, and national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your

disability. To request an accommodation, contact the 2 Circle, Inc. hiring manager.