Software Quality Assurance Jobs in Colorado
Software Quality Assurance jobs in Colorado concentrate heavily in aerospace and defense, enterprise software, financial technology, and government contracting, with the state ranking among the most active markets in the country for QA and testing roles. Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs account for the bulk of openings, where employers such as Lockheed Martin, Oracle, and DISH Network maintain large engineering presences and hire across the full experience range from entry-level test analysts to senior QA engineers and automation architects. The most sought-after specialties in the Colorado market are test automation, performance testing, and embedded systems quality assurance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.
OUR MISSION
True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.
OUR VALUES
- Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
- What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
- It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.
BENEFITS & PERKS*
- Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
- Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
- Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
- And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
- Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.
- Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles
YOUR MISSION
We are seeking a detail-oriented Software QA Engineer to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone early in their QA career who is passionate about ensuring product quality within the software lifecycle, learning automation tooling and collaborating with developers in a fast pace industry.
This is a 3 month temporary employment engagement. There is potential to convert to regular employment based on performance and business need.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execute manual and automated test cases against a full stack software
- Document and report software defects within the software lifecycle in Jira
- Participate in an agile team sprint planning/stand ups
- Collaborate with developers and product teams to clarify requirements and reproduce issues
- Assist in maintaining a growing test repository of manual and automated scripts within Playwright framework
- Continuous contribution to QA standards and testing processes
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in computer science or related field/equivalent education
- 0-2 years experience in software qa/testing (internships included)
- General understanding of software development lifecycle, testing methodologies and Agile processes
- Basic understanding of coding languages (preferred java script)
- Familiarity with Jira ticketing and Git
- Strong attention to detail and problem solving
- Strong communication skills
- U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Exposure to automation tooling (playwright/cypress/selenium)
- Experience with API tooling
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (github actions/ jenkins, etc.)
- Motivated to learn and grow within QA industry
- Team player with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
- Ability to manage time and tasks effectively in a fast paced environment
- Flexible mindset
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary: Denver: $70,000; Long Beach: $80,000
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Work Location—this role will be onsite at either our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA location, with travel to other sites as needed.
- Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
- Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.
#LI-Onsite
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.
To protect candidates and our company from application fraud and impersonation, we use third-party tools to verify applicant identity and detect fraudulent applications. Learn more in our Privacy Notice.
Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.
OUR MISSION
True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.
OUR VALUES
- Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
- What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
- It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.
BENEFITS & PERKS*
- Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
- Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
- Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
- And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
- Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.
- Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles
YOUR MISSION
We are seeking a detail-oriented Software QA Engineer to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone early in their QA career who is passionate about ensuring product quality within the software lifecycle, learning automation tooling and collaborating with developers in a fast pace industry.
This is a 3 month temporary employment engagement. There is potential to convert to regular employment based on performance and business need.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Execute manual and automated test cases against a full stack software
- Document and report software defects within the software lifecycle in Jira
- Participate in an agile team sprint planning/stand ups
- Collaborate with developers and product teams to clarify requirements and reproduce issues
- Assist in maintaining a growing test repository of manual and automated scripts within Playwright framework
- Continuous contribution to QA standards and testing processes
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in computer science or related field/equivalent education
- 0-2 years experience in software qa/testing (internships included)
- General understanding of software development lifecycle, testing methodologies and Agile processes
- Basic understanding of coding languages (preferred java script)
- Familiarity with Jira ticketing and Git
- Strong attention to detail and problem solving
- Strong communication skills
- U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Exposure to automation tooling (playwright/cypress/selenium)
- Experience with API tooling
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (github actions/ jenkins, etc.)
- Motivated to learn and grow within QA industry
- Team player with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
- Ability to manage time and tasks effectively in a fast paced environment
- Flexible mindset
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary: Denver: $70,000; Long Beach: $80,000
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Work Location—this role will be onsite at either our Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA location, with travel to other sites as needed.
- Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
- Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.
#LI-Onsite
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.
To protect candidates and our company from application fraud and impersonation, we use third-party tools to verify applicant identity and detect fraudulent applications. Learn more in our Privacy Notice.
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The qualifications that appear most often in software quality assurance jobs across Colorado.
- Experience writing and executing manual and automated test cases for software applications
- Proficiency with automation frameworks such as Selenium, Cypress, or similar tools
- Familiarity with Agile and Scrum development environments and sprint-based QA processes
- Strong understanding of software development lifecycles and defect tracking systems like Jira
- Experience with API testing tools such as Postman and basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines
- Relevant certification such as ISTQB Foundation Level or equivalent QA credential preferred
Software Quality Assurance Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a software quality assurance in Colorado?
Colorado does not require a state-issued license to work in software quality assurance, so the path centers on education and demonstrable skills. Most employers look for a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, though associates degrees combined with strong portfolio work and certifications are accepted. The ISTQB Foundation Level certification is widely recognized by Colorado employers and serves as a concrete credential to pursue early in your career.
How much do software quality assurances make in Colorado?
Software quality assurances in Colorado earn a median of about $123,690 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,780 for the lowest 10% to over $172,930 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire software quality assurances in Colorado?
Colorado software quality assurance roles are posted by BAE Systems USA, HP, and Peraton and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace, defense, and enterprise technology companies means QA roles appear across both commercial software teams and government-contracted engineering programs throughout the state.
Which Colorado cities have the most software quality assurance jobs?
Denver, Broomfield, and Colorado Springs lead Colorado in software quality assurance openings. Denver anchors the market through its dense cluster of fintech, enterprise software, and consulting firms, while Boulder draws heavily from its startup and scientific research ecosystem, and Colorado Springs benefits from substantial defense and government contracting employers stationed along the Front Range.
Are there remote software quality assurance jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most fields, since software quality assurance is fundamentally desk-based and tool-driven work that translates well to remote environments. About 0% of software quality assurance openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly Colorado tech employers have adopted flexible work arrangements. Test automation and performance testing roles tend to be the most remote-friendly within the discipline.
How can I get hired as a software quality assurance in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a business analyst, technical support, or junior developer role where you already interact with software under development. Colorado's large defense and aerospace employers, including those in the Colorado Springs corridor, run associate QA programs and hire entry-level testers into structured teams. Building a portfolio that includes documented test plans and defect logs, combined with an ISTQB Foundation certification, gives candidates a concrete advantage when applying to these programs without prior QA titles.
Where can I find and apply to software quality assurance jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to software quality assurance jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across industries and experience levels. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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