QA Tester Job at Confidential, Saint Louis, MO

  • Confidential
  • Saint Louis, MO

Job Description

Kforce is working with a client in Saint Louis, MO that is seeking a QA Tester to join their team. This opportunity will begin as a 6-month contract with the intent to convert to a full-time employee. Summary: Our client is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented QA professional to help ensure the quality, stability, and performance of their software applications. This individual will play a key role in validating new features, identifying defects, and supporting the delivery of reliable software solutions in a collaborative Agile environment. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys investigating issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and taking ownership of the testing process from requirements through production release. What You'll Do:

  • Design, execute, and maintain test plans, test cases, and testing documentation for software applications
  • Evaluate business and functional requirements to develop thorough test scenarios and acceptance criteria
  • Perform functional, regression, system, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT)
  • Partner closely with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle
  • Identify, document, prioritize, and validate software defects using Azure DevOps/TFS
  • Monitor testing progress and provide updates on defect trends, testing status, and overall release readiness
  • Support change management and release processes to ensure quality standards are met before deployment
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint activities, and project meetings
  • Assist with root cause analysis and collaborate with development teams to resolve issues efficiently
  • Help drive continuous improvement efforts by recommending enhancements to testing practices and QA processes
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)
  • 1-3 years of experience in software quality assurance, testing, or QA analysis
  • Experience creating and executing test cases for web-based or enterprise applications
  • Experience working in Agile development environments
  • Experience with Azure DevOps/TFS or similar defect and test management tools
  • Strong understanding of Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies
  • Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to analyze requirements and translate them into effective testing strategies
  • Ability to manage priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Technical Skills:
  • Manual Software Testing
  • Test Planning & Test Case Development
  • Defect Tracking & Reporting
  • Azure DevOps/TFS

* SQL

  • SDLC & Agile Methodologies
  • System, Regression, and UAT Testing
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience writing SQL queries for data validation and testing
  • Experience working with SaaS, fintech, financial services, or other business-critical applications
  • Exposure to automated testing tools and frameworks
  • Understanding of Test-Driven Development (TDD) concepts

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Work at office

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