QA Engineer

Desired Capabilities

• Understanding of product roadmap, business goals, and customer needs
• Ability to prioritize testing efforts based on business impact
• Provide accurate status tracking and reporting
• Estimate testing efforts
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Effective communication with team members, stakeholders, and customers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated
• Ability to work effectively under pressure

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for manual and automated testing in Cypress
• Design and execute detailed test cases to identify defects and ensure software functionality.
• Document and track defects, collaborating with developers throughout the development lifecycle.
• Utilize automation tools to streamline testing tasks and improve efficiency.
• Foster effective communication with developers, product managers, and stakeholders.
• Take ownership of projects from technical design to successful launch.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent practical experience may be considered as an alternative.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in software quality assurance, with demonstrated proficiency in test planning, execution, and maintenance of clear and effective test documentation.
• At least 2 years of experience with automated testing tools (e.g. Cypress, Selenium, TestComplete, QTP/UFT, PlayWright) including scripting for automation.
• Solid understanding and experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies, showcasing the ability to adapt to rapid development cycles and an iterative approach to testing.
• Experience in working with continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) pipelines, understanding the integration of automated tests within CI/CD processes for efficient testing and deployment.
• Proficient in at least one programming language (such as Javascript, Python, Java, C#) relevant to test automation.
• Strong knowledge of databases and SQL, enabling the execution of complex data validation and the ability to interact with databases for backend testing.
• Effective use of defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla) with the capability to accurately report bugs and track their resolution.
• Strong collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to foster an environment of teamwork and cooperation.
• Exceptional English communication skills with team members, stakeholders, and customers, ensuring clear and effective exchange of information.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and under pressure, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

Additional Experience Desired

• Advanced knowledge and experience with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), enhancing the ability to integrate QA processes effectively throughout development phases.
• Experience in performance and load testing, indicating the capability to assess system behavior under peak loads and identify potential bottlenecks.
• Understanding of security testing best practices, reflecting the ability to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities within the software, ensuring the development of secure applications.

What is it like working for 3Pillar Global?

• At 3Pillar, we offer a world of opportunity:
• Imagine a flexible work environment – whether it's the office, your home, or a blend of both. From interviews to onboarding, we embody a remote-first approach. 
• You will be part of a global team, learning from top talent around the world and across cultures, speaking English everyday. Our global workforce enables our team to leverage global resources to accomplish our work in efficient and effective teams. 
• We’re big on your well-being – as a company, we spend a whole trimester in our annual cycle focused on wellbeing. Whether it is taking advantage of fitness offerings, mental health plans (country-dependent), or simply leveraging generous time off, we want all of our team members operating at their best.
• Our professional services model enables us to accelerate career growth and development opportunities - across projects, offerings, and industries.
• We are an equal opportunity employer. It goes without saying that we live by values like Intrinsic Dignity and Open Collaboration to create cutting-edge technology AND reinforce our commitment to diversity - globally and locally. 


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