QA Testing Analyst IV

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a QA Testing Analyst IV in Reston, VA.

Duties Include:
* Analyze requirements working with product owners/development team members to understand new features and user stories to design, develop, and execute test cases for testing
* Participate in all team ceremonies including PI planning, internal planning sessions and team retrospectives
* Write complex SQL queries to validate data across multiple databases
* Perform data validation and testing across AWS cloud-based data platforms
* Develop/update scripts using Python/Unix for data preparation activities and mockup data conditions/files required for testing
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the SDLC
* Identify, log, and track bugs, working closely with the development teams for resolution
* Support automation execution activities - data preparation activities including data refresh, cleanup, archival and table updates required for execution; Execution supporting table backups, generation of expected results and comparison reports for huge volumes of data

REQUIREMENTS:
* 8+ years of related enterprise experience
* Strong understanding of SDLC and QA methodologies
* Proficient in writing and executing SQL queries for data validation
* Solid experience with Unix commands/scripting for file handling and log analysis
* Hands-on experience with test automation tools/frameworks
* Python programming skills for scripting and automation support
* Experience working in cloud environments, preferably AWS (e.g., S3, EC2, Lambda, RDS, SNS/SQS, EMR, Step Function)
* Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, GitLab, or GitHub Actions
* Experience with creating test cases/test execution sets and defects in JIRA
* Strong problem-solving skills in troubleshooting issues in data validations
* Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with other application teams and key business stakeholders

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.

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