Functional tester (m/f/d)

Are you ready to take quality to the next level? At Sofico, we develop Miles, our future-proof platform designed to support the full business lifecycle of automotive finance, leasing, fleet and mobility companies worldwide. Miles is built with flexibility at its core — from private lease and company car leasing to subscription-based mobility solutions, all managed within one powerful platform. As a Senior Functional Tester, you are not just validating features — you are safeguarding quality, driving improvements, and shaping the way we test. You play a key role in ensuring our software meets the highest standards while collaborating closely with analysts, developers, and fellow testers across teams. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YOUR ROLE As a Senior Functional Tester, you are responsible for ensuring the functionality, reliability, and overall quality of new and existing features within Miles. You will: * Design, document and execute functional test scenarios and test cases * Analyze business and functional requirements and translate them into structured test approaches * Detect, document and follow up on defects in close collaboration with development teams * Contribute to test automation initiatives and help improve automation frameworks * Support integration, regression, and performance testing activities * Collaborate with business analysts, developers, and product teams to ensure high-quality releases * Safeguard QA standards, best practices and contribute to continuous improvement * Take ownership of testing initiatives within your domain As you grow further in this role, you will: * Lead testing efforts across projects or domains * Define and improve quality standards and testing strategies * Mentor junior testers and share best practices * Strengthen automation and performance testing capabilities within the team ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YOUR INTERESTS AND SKILLS Quality is your passion. You don’t just test software — you understand how systems work, how users think, and where risks might hide. You combine analytical strength with strong communication skills and enjoy working in a collaborative, Agile environment. We’d love to see the following aspects as well: * Several years (5+ preferred) of experience in functional testing within an enterprise software product environment * Proven experience testing complex platforms (ERP systems experience is a strong plus) * Strong knowledge of test design techniques and structured testing methodologies * Experience with test automation tools and frameworks * Familiarity with integration testing and performance/load testing * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Ability to collaborate closely with both business and technical stakeholders * Leadership mindset with mentoring capabilities * Experience working in an Agile setup * Fluent in English, as we are an international and multicultural company ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WHO YOU ARE * Adaptable and comfortable in an evolving environment * Detail-oriented without losing sight of the bigger picture * Proactive and solution-driven * A clear communicator who can explain risks and findings effectively * Continuously eager to learn and improve * A team player who also takes ownership ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WE OFFER * A competitive salary paid 14 times a year * Full medical insurance covered by Sofico * €10,46 daily meal allowance for every day worked * Flexibility with adjustable hours and work-from-home options * A sleek, modern office with excellent accessibility and amenities * Tailored six-month onboarding with your own job coach * Exciting team events: think after-work drinks, BBQs, and more

Interested in working in an innovative, collaborative environment with motivated, social people? At Arc Aspicio, you can join a leading consulting firm that specializes in human capital, data analytics, management, and strategy professional services to deliver compelling solutions. Consultants join our practice focused on mission-critical projects and quickly learn to contribute to and grow our company across multiple projects. We invest in hiring, mentoring, and training smart, diverse, and self-driven professionals interested in all aspects of the company and our homeland security and Government clients. We are looking for people who are willing to share ideas and work as part of a collaborative, innovative team. The Quality Assurance Tester (Federal Programs) designs and executes functional, integration, and regressions tests for web services and applications in Federal Government IT projects. They bring 4+ years of relevant experience on IT projects using Agile or similar software engineering lifecycle and related tools. Arc Aspicio is currently working in a hybrid work environment where work will be performed at client sites, the Arc Aspicio DC office, and remotely. All candidates must live in the Washington, DC area at the time of employment. Responsibilities Design, develop, and execute functional, integration, and regression tests for web services and applications Perform manual and automated testing of APIs and web services using tools such as SOAPUI Understand and support testing involving digital certificates, encryption, and secure communications (e.g., SSL/TLS) Validate system behavior against business and system requirements Utilize strong database knowledge (SQL) to validate backend data integrity Perform data-driven testing, ensuring consistency between application behavior and database records Troubleshoot service failures and support root cause analysis Execute, maintain, and expand automated test suites to improve test coverage and efficiency Identify opportunities for test automation and implement scalable solutions Develop comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on system requirements and user stories Create innovative and non-standard test scenarios to uncover edge cases and potential system vulnerabilities Document and report test results, defects, and test metrics clearly and accurately, providing actionable insights Ensure traceability between requirements, test cases, and defects Work closely with developers, system architects, and business stakeholders to clarify requirements and resolve issues Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives Collaborate with our clients to solve tough problems, delivering outstanding client service, and achieving mission results Apply excellent consulting, business analysis, and communications skills to quickly identify problems, analyze challenges, and recommend solutions to our team and our clients Required Qualifications 4+ years of relevant experience on IT projects using an Agile or similar software engineering lifecycle and related tools Clearance: Due to Federal contract and/or regulatory requirements, this position is limited to U.S. citizens only. This position does not offer employer sponsorship Currently holds or has the ability to obtain and maintain security clearance Education: Bachelor’s degree Direct experience testing APIs and web services Experience testing cloud-based technology (e.g., AWS) Experience developing and executing automated test tools Independent creation of test documentation, including plans, test cases / scripts, and test result reports and metrics Experience in Federal government IT projects Direct experience with clients and stakeholder engagement and delivering work products for clients in a complex environment Proven to be flexible and thrive in a dynamic, ambiguous, and complex work environment and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Outstanding written and oral communication and collaboration skills and strong leadership potential Ability to collaborate and work effectively remotely and in-person Technologically savvy, especially with Microsoft products and use of collaboration tools like SharePoint Desire to join a consulting firm and learn business concepts; loves to collaborate and reach out to get involved in company events, offerings, and special projects Ability to work in the Washington, DC metro area and travel to different locations Critical Skills: Executive presence, entrepreneurial spirit, strong work ethic, collaborative mind-set, excellent problem-solving skills, and interest in working in a consulting firm Applying to Arc Aspicio: Our recruiting process is very competitive. Therefore, we ask that you submit a brief, tailored cover letter to tell us what you are looking for in a company and why you would be a great fit for a consulting firm in this role. Cover letters are essential so we can understand your interest and experience relevant to consulting. The use of AI tools or AI-generated content is strictly prohibited throughout the application process. Applicants are expected to rely solely on their own knowledge, experience, judgment, and work when completing application materials and participating in any stage of the hiring process. Any applicant found to have used AI assistance will be removed from consideration for the position. Total Rewards: Salary is just one element of our Total Rewards which includes compensation, benefits, bonuses, professional development, and other career opportunities. The projected salary range for this position is $77,000 - $90,000 . This range takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets and expertise, experience, education, training, certifications, contract and client requirements (if applicable), and other business and organizational needs. At Arc Aspicio, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. About Arc Aspicio: Arc Aspicio enhances the future of our nation by creating bold ideas and bringing them to life. A consulting and solutions company, Arc Aspicio solves problems by applying our integrated capabilities in strategy, design, data, human capital, behavioral science, and technology. The company passionately pursues our vision to be the hub of creativity where people take action to change the world. Employees collaborate with clients and partners to create solutions using a human-centered approach. Our goal is to attract people who love to collaborate and work in a team-oriented environment. Our culture empowers our employees to learn, share knowledge, be leaders in everything they do, and develop strong relationships with their clients and colleagues. Our positions are based in the DC metro area and require employees to live in DC, VA, and MD within commuting distance of our client sites and DC office. Commitment to Respect, Collaboration, and Innovation : Arc Aspicio is dedicated to fostering a workplace where individuals from all backgrounds can contribute to the company and serve our clients. As a growing professional services solutions firm focused on solving large, complex problems, we welcome applications from candidates with a variety of experience, skills, and knowledge. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. 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