Senior Test Automation Engineer

Kforce Inc; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

HSA/FSA

401(k)

Life, disability & ADD insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Kforce Inc. is seeking a Software Quality Assurance professional based in Irving, TX.

The role involves identifying risks, developing comprehensive test plans, and creating automated testing solutions to raise product quality. You will perform functional and system testing across the development lifecycle and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure requirements are clearly understood and validated.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Several years of experience in software quality assurance and testing.
• Proven experience developing and executing test strategies, plans and cases.
• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks.
• Familiarity with databases, web tech, cloud platforms and development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Identify risks and contribute to quality and testing efforts.
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases and testing strategies.
• Create and maintain automated testing solutions to improve product quality.
• Perform functional and system testing throughout the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure requirements are understood and validated.
• Support the integration of testing processes into software delivery workflows.
• Promote continuous improvement and best practices in testing and QA.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

Test automation tools

Automation frameworks

CI/CD / Continuous integration

Job description

Responsibilities

• Identify potential risks and contribute to quality and testing efforts
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and testing strategies
• Create and maintain automated testing solutions to improve product quality
• Perform functional and system testing throughout the development lifecycle
• Utilize testing tools and technologies to support quality assurance activities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure requirements are understood and validated
• Support the integration of testing processes into software delivery workflows
• Contribute ideas and solutions that enhance quality, efficiency, and user experience
• Promote continuous improvement and best practices in testing and quality assurance

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field preferred
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant experience may be considered
• Several years of experience in software quality assurance, testing, or a related field
• Experience developing and executing test strategies, test plans, and test cases
• Experience with test automation tools, frameworks, and methodologies
• Experience identifying risks, validating requirements, and supporting quality throughout the development lifecycle
• Proficiency in one or more programming or scripting languages
• Familiarity with databases, web technologies, cloud platforms, or related technologies
• Understanding of software development, deployment, and release processes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience testing web, mobile, or enterprise applications
• Experience working within fast-paced software development environments
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and collaborative team environments
• Knowledge of automated testing, performance testing, or continuous integration practices
• Ability to contribute to process improvements and quality initiatives

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.