Senior QA Engineer

Responsibilities

• Test Strategy & Execution: Design and implement test plans, cases, and scripts covering functionality, performance, security, and scalability.
• Test Automation: Architect, develop, and maintain scalable automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend services.
• Testing Activities: Conduct automated, manual, exploratory, functional, regression, and integration testing.
• Specialized Testing: Perform API testing, performance testing for scalability, and security testing aligned with best practices.
• Defect Management: Identify, document, and track software defects using bug-tracking tools, collaborating closely with developers to resolve them.
• Process Improvement: Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring fast feedback loops and driving QA process improvements.
• Mentorship (Senior Level): Guide and mentor junior QA engineers, fostering a culture of ownership and technical excellence.
  

Requirements

• 3-5 years of professional experience in software quality assurance.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Hands-on experience in developing test strategies and architecting automation frameworks.
  

Technical Skills

• Programming/Scripting: Strong proficiency in at least one language (e. g., Python, JavaScript).
• Test Automation: Expertise with modern frameworks (Playwright, Cucumber.js ); familiarity with Selenium/WebDriver is valued.
• API & Performance Testing: Skilled with tools like Postman, Rest Assured, and k6
• Management Tools: Proficient in Jira and TestRail.
• CI/CD & Cloud: Strong understanding of CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, CircleCI) and cloud-based testing (AWS, GCP).
• Security Testing: Familiarity with tools like OWASP ZAP is a plus.
• Core Concepts: Solid understanding of testing principles, methodologies, and industry best practices.
  

Professional Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proactive, self-driven mindset focused on improving testing efficiency and product quality.