Federal QA/QC Engineer

About Virtru:

Virtru is a leading data protection provider backed by some of the foremost venture capital firms in Silicon Valley and the Mid-Atlantic region, including Iconiq Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, Foundry Capital, and Tiger Global. Today, more than ever, data demands respect, and that’s why Virtru is committed to changing the rules for data privacy. At Virtru, we equip our customers to take granular control of their data—everywhere it’s shared—through end-to-end encryption for Google, Microsoft, and other data sharing platforms. Our market-leading portfolio of data encryption and privacy enhancing applications are remarkably easy to use, fast to implement, affordable for all, and built on the Trusted Data Format (TDF) open standard.

At Virtru, our motto is "Respect the people. Respect the data." Respecting data to us means keeping it secure and protected at all times across its entire lifecycle. We firmly believe that when you respect data, you’re demonstrating respect for the people who own that data.

Working at Virtru, you'll be inspired by colleagues who are passionate about the work they do. We are dedicated to creating an atmosphere that sparks creativity, connection, and professional growth while empowering each other to do our best work. We're building something special at Virtru. We hope you consider joining our team and helping us create a brighter future for data privacy.

Job Summary:

The QA/QC Software Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software products through comprehensive testing and quality control processes. This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining test plans and test cases, as well as identifying, reporting, and tracking defects. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality software products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Test Planning and Design:
• Develop, document, and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
• Define test strategies and create detailed test documentation for new and existing software features.
• Test Execution:
• Execute manual and automated tests to identify software defects and ensure product quality.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and performance testing.
• Defect Management:
• Identify, log, and track software defects using issue tracking systems (e.g., JIRA).
• Work closely with developers to reproduce issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Quality Control:
• Conduct code reviews and collaborate with the development team to improve software quality.
• Implement and monitor quality metrics to assess software performance and reliability.
• Automation:
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks to increase testing efficiency and coverage.
• Continuously improve and expand the test automation suite.
• Collaboration:
• Work with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business analysts, to ensure comprehensive test coverage and alignment with project requirements.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Documentation:
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all testing activities, including test plans, test cases, test results, and defect reports.
• Provide clear and concise feedback to stakeholders regarding software quality and readiness.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a QA/QC Engineer or in a similar role, with a strong understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices.
• Proficiency in test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG), frameworks (e.g., React) and languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Golang).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, Agile development environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner).
• Knowledge of SQL and database testing.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., GCP, AWS, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Certifications in software testing (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE) are a plus.

Virtruvian qualities that will set you up for success:

• Thinking outside of the box to respectfully challenge your teammates and managers in the pursuit of excellence
• Strong sense of urgency with an action-oriented mindset
• Able to collaborate and adapt to shifting priorities as business needs evolve
• Comfortable with asynchronous communication including slack, email, zoom, etc.

Perks & Benefits:

At Virtru, we believe people do their best work when their wellbeing is put first. This is why we make your wellbeing our priority with a thoughtful and holistic program that encompasses Occupational, Mental, Social, Physical, and Environmental Wellness by offering benefits such as…

• A Remote-First Approach — Virtru is committed to being forever flexible when it comes to where, how, and when you get your work done. You have the option to work from home if that suits you best, or work from our DC Headquarters if you prefer being in person!
• A Flexible PTO policy — we strongly encourage you to take a minimum of 25 days off annually (in addition to 12 federal holidays) to ensure that you are getting the proper time needed to unplug and recharge.
• A $1,500 annual Learning & Development Stipend focused on providing you the resources to continually learn and professionally grow.
• A $250 Work-From-Home Stipend to help make your office space more comfortable and productive.
• Internal mobility options for those interested in exploring their skills in other areas of the business
• Frequent company-sponsored Team Celebrations that provide ample opportunities to connect with teammates and be social!
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to Headspace, a mental health app tailored to your specific needs.
• A high degree of flexibility — Have an appointment, errand, or family emergency to take care of? Hop to it! We give you the time and space to take care of you and your own first.

In addition to wellbeing, Virtru places a strong emphasis on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our DE&I Council is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace and making the psychological safety of each and every one of our teammates a top priority. The Council also hosts a range of events throughout the year focused on the continual education of our teammates on social justice issues, current events, and marginalized cultures and communities.

Additional perks include:

• Competitive compensation
• Generous parental, medical, and bereavement policies
• Uncapped commissions for Sales roles
• 401K and stock options
• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Annual Winter Hackathons and Summer “InnoVation Weeks” (in-person optional)
• New Hire Swag and IT Welcome boxes
• Structured semi-annual 360° performance reviews
• Transparency is at the core of how we operate and everything we do!

Virtru is currently operating in a remote-first capacity; however, there are plenty of opportunities to connect with the team in person throughout the year, both in and out of the office, whether they be team-specific or company-wide celebrations and events.

Virtru is committed to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and everyone is encouraged to apply. Virtru is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law.