QA Engineer

Overview:

We are looking for a motivated Junior QA Engineer with 0-2 years of experience in software testing to join our team. You will be a critical part of ensuring the quality and stability of our products. In this role, you will be trained to work with both manual and automated testing tools, gaining hands-on experience with various testing methodologies. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Test Planning & Design:

   • Learn how to analyze product requirements and participate in discussions with product owners and developers to create effective test cases.
   • Help develop comprehensive test plans to ensure adequate coverage for both functional and non-functional aspects of the application.

2. Manual Testing:

   • Execute manual test cases across various platforms (web, mobile, desktop) to identify bugs and issues.
   • Document test results and log defects using bug-tracking tools such as JIRA or similar.
   • Perform usability and user experience testing to ensure the product is intuitive for end users.

3. Automation Learning:

   • Participate in training for automation tools such as Selenium, Appium, or Cypress.
   • Assist senior engineers in developing and running automated test scripts.
   • Learn to maintain and expand test automation frameworks for regression testing.

4. Regression & Retesting:

   • Conduct regression tests to ensure new code changes do not negatively affect existing functionality.
   • Retest resolved bugs to ensure fixes work as expected and do not introduce new issues.

5. Collaborate in Agile Teams:

   • Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives.
   • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure testing aligns with project timelines.

6. Continuous Learning:

   • Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in testing and quality assurance.
   • Leverage mentorship opportunities from senior QA engineers to accelerate your career growth.
   • Attend workshops, seminars, and training sessions as part of your professional development.

Key Skills:

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Basic understanding of software testing principles (e.g., black-box, white-box testing).
• Familiarity with bug tracking and test case management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.

Preferred Skills:

• Knowledge of any programming or scripting languages (Python, Java) is a plus.
• Exposure to automation tools like Selenium, TestNG, or Appium would be an advantage.
• Basic understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodology.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• ISTQB certification (or equivalent) is a plus but not mandatory.