Kforce has a client in Windsor, CT that is seeking a QA Automation Engineer.
Essential Job Functions:
Create/setup automation testing frameworks to evaluate front end web applications and web services with an agile development environment
Develop automation test framework and test cases for functional, performance and regression test execution
Interpret functional requirements and design documents to plan, develop, write, and execute application functional and data validation automation test plans and test scripts
Maintain automated tests and test framework
Work with developers, project managers, technical writers, and other individuals to collect all information necessary to create effective QA Functional Test Plans and automation scripts
Integrate software testing tools with software build environments to automatically execute the automation test scripts as part of the post build process
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in a related field (Quality Assurance, Computer Science, Information technology, etc.) or 5+ years of work-related experience
Certification in Software Quality Assurance is a plus
Networking training or certification is a plus
2+ years of experience testing commercial applications with an automation testing framework, such as Selenium
2+ years of experience programming in JavaScript
Experience with or understanding of web technologies and frameworks like JavaScript and React
Experience in developing scripts for testing web services (REST API or SOAP).
Experience with testing or understanding of Service Security (HTTPS, OAuth etc.)
Experience with Selenium WebDriver (Selenium Grid experience is a plus)
Experience with Agile development & testing methodologies
Experience in web applications testing
Ability to identify critical and complex areas in the system for testing
Ability to write relational database queries (SQL)
A clear understanding of QA principles and methodologies and ability to solve concrete QA problems
Experience in writing quality documentation and reports
Experience with evaluating software applications on Windows, Macintosh, UNIX and Linux platforms
Fluent in all Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel
Fluent with various web browsers (Safari, Internet Explorer, FireFox, Chrome)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently on assigned projects
Experience with bug reporting and tracking systems
Experience with one or more version control systems such as GIT, CVS or Subversion is a plus
Knowledge of PC networking and Network Operating Systems is a plus
Familiarity with design patterns is a plus
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.