Azure QA Engineer; SECRET Clearance

Position: Azure QA Engineer (DIRECT HIRE SECRET CLEARANCE)
** QA Azure Engineer (Direct Hire)*
* ** Up to $109K*
* * 100% REMOTE
* * Requires an active SECRET security clearance to start
* Kelly Government Solutions is hiring for a QA Azure engineer supporting DISA Nexus human capital modernization program de, MD.  This is a direct hire opportunity and is 100% remote in nature.

** Functional Responsibilities:*
* + Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of comprehensive test plans and test cases for software products

+ Design, execute, and maintain both manual and automated testing processes to ensure high software quality

+ Validate data accuracy and integrity by writing and executing complex SQL queries.

+ Collaborate with development teams to understand software features, requirements, and potential impact areas for thorough testing.

+ Identify, document, and track software defects, and work closely with developers to resolve them.

+ Develop and maintain automation scripts using tools like Selenium, QTP, or similar, and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines.

+ Conduct detailed regression testing to ensure new features and bug fixes do not negatively impact existing functionalities.

+ Review code and provide input on quality assurance and testing best practices.

+ Work with product managers and stakeholders to ensure that acceptance criteria are clearly defined and met.

+ Drive continuous improvements in testing processes, methodologies, and tools to enhance product quality.

+ Mentor junior QA engineers and share knowledge and best practices with the team.

+ Maintain comprehensive documentation of test processes, outcomes, and overall quality metrics.

+ Stay updated on the latest trends and advancements in quality assurance, automation, and data validation.

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* Required:

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* + Minimum of ten (10) years' experience with QA engineering

+ Five (5) plus years' experience supporting on prem cloud environments

+ Five (5) plus years' experience utilizing Azure

_Benefits include CIGNA Medical Guardian for Medical, Vision, Dental, two (2) weeks of PTO, 11 federal holidays, and 401k!_

** What happens next:*
* Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry - even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means our team of expert recruiters will have access to your profile, making your opportunities limitless.

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