QA Test Engineer

Kforce has a client that is seeking a QA Test Engineer in Boca Raton, FL to support the quality and reliability of web-based applications in an Agile development environment. This role is responsible for designing, executing, and automating test solutions that ensure high-quality software delivery. The ideal candidate combines strong technical testing expertise with a collaborative mindset and a passion for continuous improvement. Responsibilities:

• Design, execute, and maintain functional, regression, and sprint-level test coverage for web applications
• Develop and enhance automated test solutions using established automation frameworks
• Translate business requirements and acceptance criteria into detailed test cases and test scenarios
• Perform manual and automated testing to validate new features, enhancements, and defect fixes
• Execute back-end data validation using SQL queries to verify application functionality and data integrity
• Identify, document, and track software defects through resolution and retesting
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and QA team members to support quality throughout the software development lifecycle
• Participate in sprint planning, test strategy discussions, and release readiness activities
• Utilize version control tools such as GitHub to manage and review test assets
• Support CI/CD processes by integrating automated testing into deployment pipelines
• Analyze application logs and troubleshoot issues using tools such as ELK (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana)
• Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve test automation efficiency and consistency
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field
• 2-5 years of experience in software quality assurance, test automation, or quality engineering
• Experience developing and executing automated tests using Playwright, Selenium, or similar frameworks
• Experience with Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) methodologies
• Experience with GitHub or other version control platforms
• Basic experience with ELK or similar logging and monitoring tools
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum software development practices
• Working knowledge of SQL and database validation techniques
• Understanding of CI/CD tools and automated testing integration
• Familiarity with API testing and web application quality assurance best practices
• Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, Python, or other object-oriented programming languages
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Experience with accessibility and security testing practices
• Experience utilizing AI-assisted coding or testing tools
• Familiarity with cloud-based application environments
• Knowledge of automated testing within DevOps environments