Salary: $102,526.94 - $129,958.82 Annually
Location : Chinook Building 401 5th Avenue Seattle, WA
Job Type: Term-Ltd
Job Number:Department: KCIT - Information Technology
Division: Enterprise Business Services
Opening Date: 10/28/2026
Closing Date: 11/11/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: C19 : PROTEC17-Information Tech
Full- or Part-Time: Full Time
SummaryThis recruitment is open to all qualified applicants. This recruitment aims to fill a Term-Limited Temporary (TLT) position with an anticipated duration of 24 months. If the position is filled by a King County employee who has successfully completed their initial probation, they will be offered the role as a Special Duty Assignment.The King County Information Technology (KCIT) - Software Quality Assurance team is looking for a detailed
Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer to play a key role in delivering reliable, high-quality applications. In this position, you'll partner closely with project managers, business analysts, developers, and vendors to test agreed upon application functionality within a development project. You'll create and execute test cases for projects of all sizes and complexities, track and document defects, and provide a clear, final assessment of product readiness. If you're passionate about quality and enjoy communicating and collaborating across teams to build exceptional systems, we'd love to meet you.
Job Duties - Translate business, functional, and technical requirements into test plans and test cases to execute against applications delivered by the development team.
- Log bugs and facilitate bug triages with key members of the development team.
- Document test cases, test runs, test case results, and deliver test execution reports.
- Validate bug fixes.
- Work directly with software developers, business analysts, project managers, and product owners to ensure the delivery of high-quality applications.
- Participate in sprint planning by analyzing scope, evaluating requirements and risks, and providing estimates for test deliverables.
- Conduct testing on multiple browsers and platforms - including desktop, mobile, and networked devices.
- Conduct testing on client-server applications running over wired and wireless networks on Windows, Android, and/or iPhone platforms.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills - Four (4) or more years of Software Testing experience (preferably Web-based). At least one (1) or more years of experience testing on Mac, Windows, iOS and/or Android operating systems.
- Experience in analyzing business/functional requirements to create test strategy and test cases.
- Experience with bug tracking tools or ticketing systems like Microsoft Azure DevOps, Jira, etc.
- Deep understanding of Web technologies (server/browser, Edge/Chrome/Safari, JSP, JavaScript and other scripting languages)
- Motivated to research problems and learn independently when needed.
- Experience with querying databases (Oracle, SQL).
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development processes.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM (1+ years).
- Demonstrated passion, curiosity, and strong attention to detail.
- Eagerness to learn and provide guidance on emerging testing tools and technologies.
- Ability to independently own, prioritize, and execute testing activities across multiple projects and release cycles.
- Proven success working in fast-paced environments with frequent change.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A positive, solutions-oriented mindset.
- Flexibility to take on varied responsibilities and contribute beyond defined role boundaries.
- Genuine enthusiasm for quality-across software, web applications, and broader work practices.
Desired- Knowledge of Dynamics 365 Platform, Power Apps, F&O applications
- Knowledge of AI test methodologies and prompting
- Knowledge of Web Services testing
- Knowledge of Microsoft Azure DevOps
- Understanding of performance, load, and security/penetration testing methodologies for web applications
- Understanding of ADA compliance (WCAG 2.0), performance, load, and security/penetration testing methodologies for web applications
- Experience with debugging tools such as Google Chrome's developer tools, Firefox Firebug or HTTP Fox
Supplemental InformationHybrid Work: KCIT works in a hybrid model, with days in the office as well as telecommuting. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the Chinook Building, 401 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will join an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Work Schedule: The normal workweek for this position is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Alternative schedules may be considered by your manager.
FLSA Status: This position is FLSA Exempt and is not eligible for overtime pay.
Classification: QA Engineer (Job code: 742501)
Union: This position is represented by Protec17: Information Technology.
Who May Apply: This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all background to apply.
Are you ready to make a difference? dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Application ProcessApplicants must complete the online application to include:
- Employment history going back at least seven years if possible (or more to include all relevant experience).
- A resume including all relevant experience.
- A cover letter detailing how you are an excellent fit for this position.
If you are interested in pursuing this position and supporting King County's vision for unified, equitable, and high-performing government, please follow the application instructions carefully. Provide us with your work history as applicable, ensuring that you provide details that highlight your ability to fulfill the requirements for this position.
If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, or you would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, please contact Angelia Remolana at
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Are you authorized to work in the United States?
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Does your authorization require sponsorship now or in the future from an employer or other source? (This does not preclude you from being considered for this position.)
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Please describe in detail your increasingly responsible professional experience in Software Testing (including any web-based) and how you meet the minimum qualification of at least 4 years in this area. Please include what employer you gained that experience at and include dates if applicable.
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Are you applying to this position as an eligible Priority Placement Program Participant who is a current or previous King County Employee impacted by layoff? ANDIs this position the same or lower percentage of full-time when compared to the position held at the point of the notification of layoff? ANDDo you possess the skills and abilities to qualify for this position?
- Yes, I was given a layoff notice from my Career Service role at King County and I am within two years of the effective date of my layoff. Additionally, the position I was laid off from was the same or a higher percentage of FT status when compared to this one.
- No.
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If you answered yes to the question above and you are applying for this position as a Priority Placement Participant, to be considered, you must provide the following three pieces of information in the space provided:1. The title you held when you received your layoff notice2. The department you worked in3. The effective date of your layoff
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