Senior Software QA Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Software QA Engineer for 6-12 month contract opportunity in Fremont, CA. This job requires the candidate to work on-site 5 days per week.

Responsibilities:
Test Design & Execution:
* Design, develop, and execute automated tests to ensure software quality and reliability
* Perform system integration, functional, regression, and API testing

Test Automation Frameworks:
* Develop and maintain test automation frameworks using tools like Selenium and Python

Collaboration & Requirements:
* Work with product teams, engineers, and stakeholders to understand business operations
* Translate business requirements into test cases

Test Planning & Methodologies:
* Apply knowledge of software testing methodologies to define, implement, and maintain test plans, test specifications, and test suites

Defect Management:
* Identify, report, and track defects
* Collaborate with development teams to resolve issues

Test Data & Environments:
* Develop and maintain test data and test environments for validation

Code Quality & Review:
* Participate in code reviews
* Provide feedback on testability and overall software quality

Continuous Learning:
* Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies in software testing and QA

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience
* 5+ years of practical experience in software QA and automation

Test Automation & Frameworks:
* Strong experience in automated testing using Python, Selenium, or similar tools
* Ability to develop and maintain test frameworks and test suites
* Knowledge of software testing methodologies (functional, regression, API, system integration)

Programming & Technical Skills:
* Proficiency in Python
* Experience with client-server architectures and automation
* Ability to write and execute SQL queries for test validation
* Familiarity with API testing tools such as Postman

Tools & Platforms:
* Experience with log analysis (e.g., Splunk) for troubleshooting and monitoring
* Familiarity with version control systems (Git)
* Knowledge of Agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines

Collaboration & Quality:
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
* Experience participating in code reviews and providing feedback on testability
* Ability to develop and maintain test data and test environments

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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