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Keywords: Software Testing Experience: 3 - 10 years Designation / Role: Quality Engineer Location: Chennai Job Description: Job Summary: We are looking for an experienced Software Test Engineer with 3+ years of experience in software testing. Candidates with a background in chemical engineering (BSc/MSc) and prior experience in software development are highly encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will bring both technical skills and domain understanding to validate software solutions used in scientific, laboratory, or industrial environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and execute test cases (manual and automated) based on product requirements. Identify, document, and track defects using appropriate defect tracking tools. Collaborate closely with development, product management, and domain experts to understand the product and ensure testing aligns with user expectations. Perform regression, functional, integration, and performance testing. Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning and reviews. Write clear and concise test plans and test documentation. Maintain test environments and datasets for various testing scenarios. Preferred Skills & Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related scientific/engineering field. 3+ years of experience in Software Testing (manual or automated). Hands-on experience with any of the test automation tools/frameworks such as Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, etc. Solid understanding of SDLC, STLC, and testing methodologies (Agile/Scrum). Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Exposure to test management tools like JIRA, TestRail, Zephyr, etc. Experience working in domains such as scientific software, lab systems (e.g., LIMS), or process control systems is a plus. Prior experience in software development is a strong advantage – especially understanding of code, debugging, and collaboration with developers. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Nice to Have: Experience testing APIs using tools like Postman or REST-assured. Knowledge of scripting languages (Python, JavaScript) for automation. Understanding of chemical/laboratory workflows or industrial automation systems. ISTQB or similar certification is a plus.
