QA Engineer

QA Engineer Location: Jacksonville, AL Job Type: Contract Compensation: $33 - 44 Hourly JobID: 2177379-JAX Description Kforce has a client located in Jacksonville, FL that is in need of a Functional QA Engineer that plays a key role in delivering high-quality software solutions by ensuring alignment with client functional requirements. This role emphasizes manual testing, creating and maintaining test cases, and validating system functionality across multiple initiatives. The ideal candidate will work closely with business analysts, developers, and project managers to ensure all deliverables meet established quality standards and perform as expected. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline preferred Demonstrated experience in software quality assurance, with at least 3 years focused on functional testing Strong understanding of QA frameworks, testing methodologies, and industry-standard tools Hands-on experience performing manual testing, including both black-box and gray-box approaches Ability to develop clear, detailed, and well-structured test cases Working knowledge of SQL for validating and verifying data accuracy Proven ability to manage testing efforts across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Desired Skills: Strong analytical mindset with a high level of attention to detail Experience using defect tracking tools such as JIRA, Bugzilla, or similar platforms Familiarity with Agile development environments and practices Exposure to test automation tools is a plus, but not required Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to collaborate effectively within a team-oriented environment The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. By clicking “Apply Today” you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.