QA Automation Engineer

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Kforce has a client in Birmingham, AL that is seeking a QA Automation Engineer.

Summary:
Our client is seeking a QA Automation Engineer to join their Quality Engineering team. This senior-level consultant will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust automation frameworks to ensure high-quality, reliable, and scalable software solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in automation tools like Selenium or Playwright, a solid foundation in programming (preferably Python and .NET), and a strong understanding of API testing and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities
* Design, build, and maintain automated test frameworks for UI, API, and integration testing
* Develop and execute automated test scripts using tools such as Selenium, Playwright, or Tosca
* Collaborate closely with developers, QA analysts, and product teams to define testing strategies within Agile sprints
* Write clean, maintainable, and reusable automation code in Python, C#, or Java
* Perform API testing using tools and frameworks such as Postman, RestAssured, RestSharp, or similar
* Utilize CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Bamboo, GIT, Artifactory) for test integration and execution
* Work within Agile or Waterfall development methodologies to ensure timely, high-quality releases
* Contribute to synthetic test data generation and automation of test environments (experience with AWS is a plus)
* Document and communicate test results, issues, and recommendations clearly and effectively

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or related field
* 6+ years of experience
* Programming experience in Python, C#
* Experience creating, executing, and maintaining industry-standard test automation frameworks
* Knowledge of .NET applications and automation in a Microsoft ecosystem
* Experience working with API testing (SOAP/REST) and building test data automation
* Familiarity with Power BI and CI/CD tools
* Hands-on experience with tools such as Bamboo, GIT, Artifactory, JIRA, and Confluence
* Knowledge of continuous integration, continuous delivery, and continuous testing practices
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication
* Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally
* Highly self-motivated with a strong work ethic
* Organized, detail-oriented, and data-driven

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have):
* Tosca automation experience
* AWS cloud experience
* Experience creating synthetic test data with Python

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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