Full-Time

Quality Assurance Specialist

Sparksoft

Sparksoft

201-500 employees

IT compliance software development and automation

Compensation Overview

$70k - $80k/yr

Maryland, USA

Remote

Category
QA & Testing (1)
Required Skills
Sharepoint
Agile
Requirements
  • Familiar with the concepts of Information Technology development processes (Agile, waterfall, etc.).
  • Demonstrated experience conducting process and quality audits.
  • Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
  • Experience using Microsoft SharePoint.
  • Familiar with the use of a Process Asset Library (PAL) or Quality Management System (QMS).
  • Comfortable speaking or presenting to small groups.
  • BA/BS, or equivalent years of work experience in fields related to Information Technology or Business Administration.
  • 3+ years process quality assurance experience.
Responsibilities
  • Understand the application and performance of Sparksoft’s established policies and procedures.
  • Support the development and maintenance of policy and procedural documents.
  • Work with the Quality Management Organization (QMO) team to develop, apply, and assess the performance of Sparksoft’s defined project processes.
  • Perform internal audit assessments of project process compliance, compile reports, present findings, and identify an action plan towards compliance
  • Support internal activities related to audits and assessments performed on Sparksoft by external bodies, such as CMMI and ISO.
  • Identify possible improvements to support ongoing process and quality improvement.
  • Produce and maintain documentation related to work activities (e.g meeting minutes, procedural descriptions, compliance checklists, audit notes, etc.)
  • Maintain documentation on Microsoft SharePoint.
  • Support the creation and maintenance of training materials.
Desired Qualifications
  • Understanding metrics driven process improvement
  • Familiarity with CMMI Development and Service models (e.g. certified Assessment Team Members)
  • Familiarity with common ISO standards within the IT industry (e.g. 9001, 27001).
  • Business or technical writing skills.

Sparksoft builds IT systems with a focus on 508 accessibility compliance. Their main offering is 508bee, a software solution that automates accessibility testing and integrates into development environments through their DevTOps approach, while applying Agile methods to guide the project lifecycle. They generate revenue from software licensing, consulting services, and custom development for both government agencies and private sector clients. Sparksoft differentiates itself by concentrating on 508 compliance, automating tests, and providing integration-ready tools that support compliant software delivery, including government contracts. The company's goal is to help organizations meet accessibility standards efficiently, reduce compliance risk, and deliver accessible software through automated testing, expert consulting, and tailored development work.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Columbia, Maryland

Founded

2004

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Federal Section 508 compliance demand accelerates as agencies modernize legacy systems through 2026.[1]
  • DevSecOps adoption in federal contracting positions DevTOps methodology as integrated security-accessibility differentiator.[1]
  • Automated compliance testing tools experience 40%+ enterprise adoption growth, expanding beyond government into regulated sectors.[1]

What critics are saying

  • Level Access acquired dominant 508 automation market with AI-powered VPAT generators obsoleting 508bee.[1]
  • GSA Schedule 47QTCB21D0247 faces non-renewal due to operational instability and employee retention issues.[1]
  • Talent exodus to competitors like Equalize Digital halts custom development and consulting revenue generation.[1]

What makes Sparksoft unique

  • 508bee automates compliance testing with custom script integration into development environments.[1]
  • CMMI Level 3 and ISO certifications demonstrate process maturity across federal health IT contracts.[5]
  • 20+ prime contracts and subcontracts with strong CPAR ratings establish government trust and institutional knowledge.[5]

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Company Match

Professional Development Budget