Junior QA

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client in Philadelphia, PA that is seeking a Junior QA.

Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements and acceptance criteria
* The Junior QA will design, write, and execute test cases using Zephyr (or similar test management tools)
* Perform manual testing across web, mobile, and API layers
* Identify, document, and track bugs using tools like JIRA.
* Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
* Assist in maintaining and updating test documentation and regression suites
* Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes and practices
* Learn and apply test automation basics under guidance from senior team members
* Stay curious and proactive in learning new tools, technologies, and testing techniques
* Estimate level of effort required to test functionality as described in Scrum user stories
* The Junior QA will thoroughly test completed user stories to validate that they pass the acceptance criteria
* Follow up with (internal company) users to reproduce reported bugs and document behavior to developers

REQUIREMENTS:
* 0-2 years of experience in software testing or a related field
* Understanding of software testing methodologies (e.g., black-box, regression, smoke, exploratory)
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* A curious mindset with a strong desire to learn and grow
* Demonstrated Understanding and interest in software quality assurance
* Knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools and processes
* Experience in writing clear, concise and comprehensive test plans and test cases
* Experience designing positive and negative tests, functional tests, and integration tests

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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