Senior Software QA Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is looking for a Senior Software QA Engineer in McLean, VA.

Summary:
This position will be required to develop test strategy in a hybrid setting while maximizing use of test automation for our web-based applications. Responsibilities will include mentoring testing team members, participating in performing POC/research for new process/tools, making recommendations, and implementation upon management approval.

Responsibilities:
* Participate in test planning, test case writing and execution - in a hybrid testing approach through automation and manual test execution
* Participate in manual and automated test management activities for testing web based and/or mobile applications including
* Manage Defect Lifecyle process from reporting bugs through closure
* Identify and prepare test data for testing
* Provide regular updates to the Test/Project Manager
* Attend project-related meetings as needed
* Provide testing estimations for manual testing and input into automation estimates
* Maintain Project's manual test and automation documentation
* Provide UAT support for their test data needs
* Other testing related duties as per project needs

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field
* Minimum 5 years of experience in required skills for Automation and Manual testing in a medium-to-large complex web-based project, preferably in the Healthcare industry
* Hands-on experience in Se with Python coding for test automation; Java will be considered but willing to learn Python
* Hands-on experience in building automated test scripts
* Unix/Linux/ command line experience
* Working experience with AWS fundamentals and core concepts for test development and execution
* Familiar with technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes and running automation scripts through CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins or tools in AWS ecosystem
* Proficient in writing test cases and execution in an Agile environment
* Proficient in Rest components/APIs for testing webservices and web applications with tools such as Postman
* Demonstrated proficiency with SQL for creating/modifying queries for backend and ETL testing
* Must function at the expert level with testing web based and/or mobile applications and defect management tools, processes, and reporting
* Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present analysis of results in a clear and concise manner
* Ability to do presentations and walkthroughs with Systems and Business personnel
* Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment under deadlines in a changing environment
* Must be organized and detail oriented

Additional Skills/Knowledge:
* Automation experience in an Agile, Scrum fast-paced environment
* Healthcare Industry experience is preferred

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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