About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role overview

Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is hiring entry-level QA Software Testers across the United States for full-time roles based in Tampa, FL with remote/hybrid options depending on placement. This is an entry-level pathway ideal for recent graduates, career changers, return-to-work candidates, and early-career professionals (0–3 years) who want to build a career in software quality assurance.

• Location: Tampa, FL (33602); remote/hybrid placements possible
• Employment type: Full-time
• Salary: $83,000 - $86,000 per year (range provided by employer)

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What You May Work On

• Manual software testing and exploratory testing
• Writing, maintaining, and executing test cases and test plans
• Functional, regression, integration, and UAT testing
• Defect identification, triage, and reporting
• Working in Jira and Agile/Scrum teams
• API and database validation and basic verification with SQL
• Basic automation testing and test script review
• Collaborating with QA, development, and business stakeholders

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What We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

Candidates do not need to be fully experienced QA engineers to apply. We seek people with aptitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn modern QA tools and practices.

• 0–3 years of experience in Software Testing, QA, IT, or related fields preferred
• Strong interest in software testing and quality assurance
• Basic understanding of SDLC, STLC, test cases, and defect reporting preferred
• Familiarity with manual testing concepts; exposure to Jira, SQL, API testing, or automation is an advantage
• Good analytical, troubleshooting, and written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently in remote or hybrid environments when required
• Willingness to complete a technical readiness assessment when requested
• Bachelor’s degree preferred for some placements but not required for all roles

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Training & Placement Support (Optional)

Candidates who demonstrate aptitude but need additional technical preparation may be eligible for an optional, paid QA Training & Placement Support Program (separate from employment). The program covers practical topics commonly requested by hiring teams:

• Manual Testing fundamentals
• Selenium and basic UI automation (Java)
• API testing approaches and tools
• SQL for testers and database validation
• CI basics (Jenkins), Git/GitHub workflows
• Modern frameworks (Playwright / Cypress) and AI-assisted QA practices

Important: Participation in the training program is optional and not required for applicants who already meet employer requirements.

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Career Support & Candidate Services

Qualified participants and applicants may receive recruiter-led career services, including:

• Technical readiness assessments and feedback
• Mock interviews and interview coaching
• Resume and LinkedIn optimization
• Job-search support and employer submission assistance
• Continued guidance through the hiring process

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Benefits (may vary by placement)

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision) for eligible placements
• Remote work / flexible schedule options for qualifying roles
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal days) per employer policy
• Ongoing career growth opportunities, training, and mentorship
• Job placement assistance and networking opportunities
• Collaborative work environments with recognition programs

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Hiring process & legal notes

Careertakes acts as the recruiting partner for Confidential Client. Selected candidates will be advanced to the client’s evaluation and hiring process; some candidates may be moved directly into interviews while others may be recommended for technical readiness steps first.

We follow all applicable U.S. employment laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; please let us know if you require accommodation during the application or interview process. This posting does not discriminate on any protected basis.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind.
To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.