QA Engineer Jobs in Virginia
QA Engineer jobs in Virginia are consistently active, with strong demand across defense contracting, federal IT, cybersecurity, and commercial software development at every level from entry-level analyst through senior quality architect. The largest hiring clusters are in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads area, where established employers like Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and General Dynamics Information Technology have deep, ongoing QA needs. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia include test automation, software quality assurance for government systems, and cybersecurity testing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Requisition: 562063
Address: USA-VA-Quinton-7300 Market Place Drive
Store Code: Store 02219 GROCERY (7231251)
Food Lion has been providing an easy, fresh and affordable shopping experience to the communities we serve since 1957. Today, our 82,000 associates serve more than 10 million customers a week across 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states.
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Provide our customers with a clean, safe, inviting place to shop by maintaining standards in accordance with the standard practice manual. Minimize shrink through proper utilization of standard practice.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness with primary emphasis on fast, friendly, and accurate customer service to create a positive shopping experience
- Courteous and helpful to other associates
- Sweep and clean floors on nights with no scheduled vendor services
- Weekly cleaning of Produce, Market and Deli Departments
- Clean and organize the store mop room
- Find more efficient ways to do the job and seek to reduce costs and improve labor productivity
- Follow QA daily check list and sanitation standards set by Food Lion
- Follow current Standard Practices regarding cleanup of Hazardous Waste product
- Maintain a complete understanding of and adherence to company guidelines, policies and standard practice
- Understand and follow Food Safety and Workplace Safety guidelines and procedures
- Observe and correct all unsafe conditions that could cause associate or customer accidents
- Report all associate and customer accidents in accordance with established Food Lion procedures to the Manager on Duty
- Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations
- Wear the Food Lion uniform complete with name badge, when on duty, has a neat and clean appearance while adhering to the Food Lion dress code
- Successfully complete Computer Based Training (CBT), Training Packet and Training Aid courses
- Perform all other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school graduate or equivalent preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and customer service skills
- Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job
- Ability to use technical information to solve problems
- Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations"
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to use computers and other communication systems required to perform job functions
- Perform repetitive hand and arm motions
- Bend and lift products weighing up to 15 lbs. continuously, 25 lbs. frequently, and 50 lbs. on occasion
- Pull or push up to 75 lbs. on occasion"
- Stand 100% of the time, frequently walking short distances
- Be able to handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning and packaging materials, fresh fruits, vegetables, house plants/flowers and household cleaners
- Use hands to frequently/continuously handle currency (paper and coin) as well as operate a variety of equipment such as cash register, lottery machine (where applicable), scanner, computer, and calculator
- Frequent reaching and grasping at waist level: occasionally above shoulder or below waist level
- Meet established volume activity standards for the position
- Tolerate working in extreme hot/cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time
- Have sufficient visual ability to check ID cards, checks, invoices and other written documents"
Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions) national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression or any other characteristic protected by law.
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QA Engineer Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Food Lion36

- Quinn Consulting Services3Q
- General Dynamics Information Technology3

- ICF2

- AECOM2

Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Manufacturing
- Electronics & Hardware
- Construction & Real Estate
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in QA engineer jobs across Virginia.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, information systems, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with test automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, or similar tools
- Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies and iterative development workflows
- Proficiency in writing and executing manual and automated test cases and defect reports
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitLab, or Azure DevOps
- Active security clearance or eligibility to obtain one preferred by Virginia defense contractors
QA Engineer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a qa engineer in Virginia?
Virginia does not require a state-issued license to work as a qa engineer, so the path centers on education and credentials. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or engineering. Certifications such as ISTQB Certified Tester or CSTE strengthen a candidacy. In Virginia's defense and federal IT sectors, obtaining a DoD security clearance significantly broadens the range of roles available to you.
How much do QA engineers make in Virginia?
QA engineers in Virginia earn a median of about $121,590 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $78,820 for the lowest 10% to over $169,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire qa engineers in Virginia?
Employers hiring qa engineers in Virginia right now include Food Lion, Quinn Consulting Services, and General Dynamics Information Technology, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's concentration of defense contractors and federal technology integrators in the Northern Virginia corridor means QA roles here frequently involve government systems, security compliance, and classified program work.
Which Virginia cities have the most qa engineer jobs?
Arlington, McLean, and Reston have the most qa engineer openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's dense cluster of defense contractors, federal agencies, and cloud infrastructure firms drives the largest share of demand, while Richmond's growing commercial tech sector and Hampton Roads' naval and military installations contribute meaningful concentrations of QA roles in their respective areas.
Are there remote qa engineer jobs in Virginia?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 45% of qa engineer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well test automation and quality analysis translate to distributed work. Roles focused on manual hardware testing or on-site government classified programs are the most likely to require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a qa engineer in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior QA analyst or software tester role, which large Virginia employers like Leidos, SAIC, and Peraton post regularly as part of their early-career hiring programs. Building a portfolio of automated test scripts on GitHub, earning an ISTQB Foundation certification, and applying from adjacent roles such as technical support analyst or business systems analyst all improve your chances. Community colleges in Virginia, including Northern Virginia Community College, offer relevant coursework that supports this transition.
Where can I find and apply to qa engineer jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to qa engineer jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across defense, federal IT, commercial software, and more. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly through the listings.
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