Software Tester/ QA Engineer at Zones in Parkville, MO

DESCRIPTION Position at Zones LLC.   Company Overview:   When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there’s really only one: Zones – First Choice for IT.TM  Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.   Position Overview:   Term: 6 + months   Location: on-site in Parkville, MO  Pay: up to $49/hr  Hours: M-F- 9-5    What you will do as the Software Tester/QA Engineer :  We are seeking a mid-level Software Tester with hands-on experience in both manual and automated testing to support software systems used in HVAC products, including systems that manage and monitor 1-stage and 2-stage compressors. This role will focus on ensuring software quality, reliability, and performance across applications that support operational, control, and user-facing HVAC technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in testing methodologies, exposure to automation frameworks, and the ability to collaborate closely with engineering and product teams. • Design, develop, and implement automated test scripts to simulate real-world user interactions and system behaviors  • Execute automated and manual test cases to validate software functionality, performance, and reliability  • Analyze test results and logs to identify, reproduce, and document software bugs and or defects.  • Collaborate with software developer, product owners, and systems engineers to define testing requirements and acceptance criteria  • Develop, enhance, and maintain test automation frameworks to improve testing efficiency and coverage  • Participate in regression testing cycles for software releases related to HVAC control systems and compressor functionality  • Ensure test coverage aligns with business, operational, and compliance requirements  • Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes, tools, and documentation    What you will bring to the team: • 2–5 years of experience in software testing or quality assurance  • Experience executing both manual and automated test cases  • Hands-on experience with at least one test automation tool or framework (e.g., Selenium, Playwright, TestNG, JUnit, or similar)  • Understanding software testing lift cycle, including test plans, test cases, and Bug & defect lifecycle management  • Familiarity with Agile or Scrum development environments  • Ability to analyze technical issues and clearly document findings      Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package While we’re committed to providing top-tier solutions, we’re just as committed to supporting our own team. As a valued team member, you will be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical coverage, as well as state-mandated sick leave, along with other benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance. And as a Minority Business Enterprise, a Corporate Plus member of the Northwest Minority Supplier Development Council, and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, our community is just as diverse. At Zones, work is more than a job –with exciting careers with a global team who are client centric, have a passion for tech, who embrace change and lifelong learning in a collaborative culture. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.   Zones participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a system that compares information from a team member’s Form I-9 to federal records to confirm their eligibility to work in the United States.