Software Test Engineer

Kelly Services; Plymouth (MN); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly Services seeks a QA Software Testing Associate for a 6-month contract in Plymouth, MN. The role is hybrid, with 2-3 days onsite and an ASAP start date.

You will collaborate with Software Test Engineers to execute and document tests for proprietary software used in sterilizing medical equipment worldwide, contributing to quality and safety standards. Strong documentation, communication, and QA experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum educational requirement: high school diploma or GED; Associate's in Computer Science or higher degree preferred.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to understand and execute test scenarios.
• Professional work habits (attendance, teamwork, time management).
• Team player able to follow project direction.
• Prior QA/testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute assigned test cases and scenarios.
• Identify, log, and manage software defects.
• Perform exploratory/ad-hoc testing.
• Validate software tools per corporate procedures.
• Assist with creating process documents and training material.
• Develop test cases for less complex modules.

Skills

Documentation

Communication skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Test scenarios

Teamwork

Time management

QA/testing experience

Education

High school diploma

Associate's in Computer Science or higher

Tools

HPQC

TestRail

Postman

Gherkin/Cucumber

Jira

GIT

Visual Studio

Confluence

Splunk

Job description

$28 - $30

QA Software Testing Associate - 6-Month Contract (Hybrid), Plymouth, MN

Start Date: ASAP

Hybrid: 2-3 days onsite

About the Role:

Join a team dedicated to making the world healthier and safer. In this position, you’ll collaborate with Software Test Engineers to execute and document tests for proprietary software used in sterilizing medical equipment worldwide.

Responsibilities:

• Execute assigned test cases and scenarios

• Identify, log, and manage software defects

• Perform exploratory/ad-hoc testing

• Validate software tools per corporate procedures

• Assist with creating process documents and training material

• Develop test cases for less complex modules

Requirements:

• Minimum Educational Requirement: High school diploma or GED, Associate's in Computer Science or higher degree preferred

• Excellent documentation and communication skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

• Ability to understand and execute test scenarios

• Professional work habits (attendance, teamwork, time management)

• Team player able to follow project direction

• Prior QA/testing experience

Highly Preferred:

• Experience with any testing tools: HPQC, TestRail, Postman, Gherkin/Cucumber

• Experience with Jira, GIT, Visual Studios, Confluence, Splunk

• Understanding Manual testing, Automation Testing, Defect Reporting/Bug Tracking, Database testing, Integration testing, Regression/Smoke Testing

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.