qa engineer. + frederick , maryland (remote) + posted october 23, 2024 **job details** summary + $50 - $60 per hour + temp to perm + bachelor degree + category computer and mathematical occupations + reference1069955 job details job summary: Randstad Federal is seeking a QA Engineer in support of a program at IRS location: Frederick, Maryland job type: Contract salary: $50 - 60 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: + Conduct testing initiatives and coordinate QA testing activities for sprint deliveries across + Participate in sprint grooming, test planning, product reviews and other ad hoc meetings to ensure quality releases for automated workflows + Responsible for converting requirements into test design, test cases and test execution for the products new features + Create and execute test plans and provide feedback on the overall quality of the workflow + Perform manual and automated test execution for new product features with complete test coverage + Work collaboratively with the SCRUM team to ensure adequate resourcing across projects to meet deliverables and timelines. + Work with the automation team to prioritize new test creation for sites and applications and provide metrics on test coverage and progress + Continuously improve the quality verification process and own and update the QA best practices and standards. Required Skills and Experience: + 5+ years of in-depth QA Engineering experience + Skilled in implementation and execution of cross browser testing plan (windows, OSX, iOS, Android) + Knowledge of API testing, web technologies (HTTP, web services, HTML/CSS) + Experience with performance monitoring, measurement, and tuning of web sites and web applications + Able to work effectively with diverse stakeholders including technical leads, business users, and executive management + Knowledge of Agile methodologies and experience working in cross-functional teams. + strong oral and written communication skills with a focus on product quality and the ability to coordinate with multiple teams to achieve resultsSkilled at working effectively with diverse stakeholders including technical leads, business users, and executive management + Understanding of federal compliance requirements and their impact on testing. + Familiarity or work experience with low code/no code development platforms (Pega, Salesforce, ServiceNow) and their design implications. + strong communication skills and ability to present design concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. + Experience with design thinking principles and their application in complex system design. + Understanding of federal compliance requirements and their impact on user interface design. + Highly desirable: IRS MBI clearance + Highly desirable: Pega platform experience qualifications: + Experience level: Experienced + Minimum 5 years of experience + Education: Bachelors skills: + Automated QA TestingEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.