Software Tester (Manual and Automation)

JOB SUMMARY:

Job Responsibilities

• Study requirements and software design carefully.
• Understand the testing strategy and create test cases as per the strategy.
• Learn to perform automated testing using the appropriate automation tool and scripting language.
• Execute test cases on the application, report any defects found, and track them to closure.
• Participate in review of test artifacts produced by other team members.
• Learn and follow Cytel’s processes applicable to your work.
• Estimate and plan your own work.
• Work in an Agile Scrum team collaborating with Subject Matter Experts, developers, testers, etc.
• Master relevant software testing practices, tools, and technologies.
• Comply with relevant company policies.
• Keep knowledge up to date by undergoing appropriate trainings and courses.
• Familiarize yourself with Cytel’s values and competencies and incorporate in your work.
  

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) or equivalent STEM degree are preferred; however, candidates from other disciplines with relevant skills and competencies may also be considered.
  

Experience

• 1-2 years’ experience testing rich and highly interactive scientific web applications or desktop applications
  

Skills

• Strong verbal and written English communication skills
• Strong logical aptitude and analytical skills
• Self-driven with the ability to think creatively and solve complex problems
• Basic knowledge of different types of testing based on your role in the project – functional, non-functional, manual, automated, etc.
• Collaborative mindset
  

Optional Skills

• Knowledge of tools like TestRail, Postman, LoadRunner and JMeter
• Knowledge of automation tools like Selenium and Ranorex
• Knowledge of scripting languages like JavaScript, C#, or Python
• Knowledge of a variety of architectures like client server, layered architecture, microservices, etc.
• Certified by ISTQB, CAST, CSTE (or similar)
  

Responsibilities

JOB

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Study requirements and software design carefully.
• Understand the testing strategy and create test cases as per the strategy.
• Learn to perform automated testing using the appropriate automation tool and scripting language.
• Execute test cases on the application, report any defects found, and track them to closure.
• Participate in review of test artifacts produced by other team members.
• Learn and follow Cytel’s processes applicable to your work.
• Estimate and plan your own work.
• Work in an Agile Scrum team collaborating with Subject Matter Experts, developers, testers, etc.
• Master relevant software testing practices, tools, and technologies.
• Comply with relevant company policies.
• Keep knowledge up to date by undergoing appropriate trainings and courses.
• Familiarize yourself with Cytel’s values and competencies and incorporate in your work.
  

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) or equivalent STEM degree are preferred; however, candidates from other disciplines with relevant skills and competencies may also be considered.
  

• Job Identification 1052
• Job Category Software Quality
• Posting Date 10/27/2025, 08:25 AM
• Locations 5th Floor, Lohia-Jain IT Park, Pune, Maharashtra, 411038, IN
• Apply Before 10/29/2025, 10:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time