QA Tester

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

• 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)

• 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