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SDET

Kforce Inc Lenexa, Kansas, United States

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Salary: USD 25–32 per hour

Posted Nov 5, 2025Apply by Dec 5, 2025

Role & seniority: SDET, contract-to-hire (6 months to hire), onsite in Lenexa, KS

Stack/tools: Java or C# with JUnit/TestNG or Selenium; API testing (SOAP, REST); SQL/MS SQL Server; PowerShell; SDLC/docs; CI/CD; Microsoft 365 tools

Top 3 responsibilities

  1. Create and maintain automated test cases, execute test suites, review/diagnose defects through CI/CD, ensure quality before release

  2. Review requirements/specs, reproduce/debug, isolate and verify fixes; conduct peer reviews of test scripts

  3. Collaborate with Business Analysts, Developers, DevOps, Product Owners to derive testing requirements; facilitate test plan/case reviews; contribute to IT knowledge base

Must-have skills

  • BS in Computer Science; 1–3 years in test automation, tooling, or deployment operations

  • API testing experience (SOAP/REST); hands-on automation in Java or C# (JUnit/TestNG or Selenium)

  • SQL query development; strong OOP and relational DB concepts; familiarity with SDLC and testing processes

  • Agile/Scrum environment experience; able to estimate tasks and work independently with minimal supervision

Nice-to-haves

  • PowerShell automation; ability to contribute to SDLC documentation; ongoing learning mindset; teamwork and constructive feedback orientation

  • Location & work type: Lenexa, KS; on-site 5 days/week; 6-month contract with potential to hire

Full Description

Responsibilities

Kforce is looking for an SDET for a 6-month contract to hire opportunity in Lenexa, KS. This position requires candidates to sit onsite 5 days a week. Responsibilities

Creates and maintains automated test cases, executes test suites, reviews and diagnoses reported defects through CI/CD, and ensures overall system quality prior to a release Participates and conduct ts peer reviews of test scripts Works with Business Analysts, Developers, DevOps, Product Owners, and other department personnel to derive testing requirements throughout the SDLC Review requirements, specifications, and technical development to identify, reproduce, debug, isolate and resolve system malfunctions to meet quality standards and verify fixes Creates software artifacts including test plans, test cases, test procedures and test reports Holds and facilitates test plan/case reviews with appropriate parties, including Business Analysts and the Developers Facilitates the sharing of information by contributing to the IT knowledge base when appropriate Anticipates, identifies, and escalates issues/risks. Leverages personal and experiential knowledge to propose workarounds, prevention and/or solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science 1-3 years of experience in Test Automation, Test Tooling and Infrastructure, or Development Deployment Operations Experience in API testing from SOAP, RESTful Hands-on experience with designing and developing automated tests in Java or C# with frameworks like JUnit/TestNG or Selenium Hands-on experience with SQL query development Microsoft MB-300 and MB-500 Strong understanding of software development, test methodologies, test design strategies, test automation framework, tools, and processes Strong understanding of relational database, Microsoft SQL server and scripting Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming Languages Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 suite Works cross functional teams in a fast-paced, disciplined Agile/Scrum environment Estimates own testing tasks and works productively with minimum supervision while showing excellent team attitude Ability to test IT operational projects and utilize PowerShell to help automate manual testing process es and steps Thoroughly understands, follows, and promotes the use of SDLC and established internal IT and testing processes and procedures. Contribute to SDLC documentation Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and participating in professional societies Thrives in an environment where self-learning and self-service is encouraged Looks for and suggests improvements in efficiencies to reduce costs and be responsible and accountable as an employee owner Team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and works well with others, encourages team cohesiveness and morale Be opened to receiving constructive feedback and turning it into process improvements

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.

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