QA Engineer

Manual Tester with Airlines Cargo domain experience

•       Experience: 5–12 Years

•       Locations: Chennai, Bangalore, Trivandrum, Cochin

•       Notice Period: Immediate to <30 days

Skillset and Responsibilities of Agile QA

Skillset:

• Experienced test analyst or consultant with 6-10 years of experience in software testing

• Robust knowledge and prior experience in Airline Cargo domain

• Prior work experience in Agile scrum or SAFe 

• Experience in requirement understanding and user story grooming 

• Ability to understand the functionality of the application under test

• Testing Tools: Microfocus ALM, JIRA, ReadyAPI, Enterprise Architect

• Prior experience in backend service testing with ReadyAPI or Postman, API debugging/root cause analysis

• Working knowledge of microservice architecture and cloud database

• Working knowledge of CI/CD pipeline (GIT etc)

• Working experience in defect management process and tools 

• Working knowledge or experience in automation tools (Cypress, Selenium) will be nice to have

 Responsibilities:

 • Define the functional and technical approach to the implementation of the tests

• Help estimate the scope and size of the testing effort for each user story/product backlog within the PI Planning

• Analyze user stories and design/develop Test Models and Test cases

• Review test model and test cases with BA / Product Owner

• Develop backend test suites in readyAPI for user story testing 

• Identify frontend regression test cases and handover to TA team for automation

• Develop and maintain automated test suites for microservices 

• Execute automated backend regression test suites in pipeline for iterations and PROD releases

• Analyze of test results, defect logging and retest

• Work closely with developers to assess and advise on testability

• Test throughout the sprint

• Work collaboratively and productively with the product owner /Business owner and the customer to form acceptance criteria, Help to define definition of done (DoD)

• Present tested feature within iteration reviews and system demos 

• Attend and actively participate in PI Plannings  

• Participate all sprint planning , pre- and post sprint release ceremonies

• Meet with developers and BAs for short hand-off demonstrations and share the iteration demos with the devs 

• Attend sprint retrospectives and ART retrospectives 

• Help in Determining and advising which tests should be automated at which layer

• Help the developers or the TA team in writing automated tests and analyze the results of the automated tests

Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer

Experience: 2+ years

Location: Chennai - Work From Office

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled QA Engineer with 2+ years of experience in automation and manual testing for web and mobile applications. The ideal candidate should be proficient in JavaScript, TypeScript, and modern testing frameworks like Cypress and Jest. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing test plans, ensuring software quality through API testing, cross-browser testing, and responsive testing.

Key Responsibilities:

● Design, develop, and execute manual and automated test cases for web and mobile applications.

● Conduct automation testing using Cypress, Jest, and JavaScript/TypeScript.

● Perform API testing using Postman, REST API Testing, and GraphQL testing.

● Ensure software quality through cross-browser testing and responsive testing.

● Identify, document, and track bugs using Jira and LogRocket.

● Collaborate with developers and product teams to define acceptance criteria and improve software quality.

● Debug issues using advanced browser debugging tools and logs.

● Ensure security and authentication best practices by testing various authentication types (OAuth, JWT, API Keys, etc.).

● Work in an Agile environment, attending daily stand-ups and sprint planning meetings.

● Use Git version control to collaborate on test scripts and automation frameworks.

Required Skills & Experience:

● 2+ years of experience in software testing (manual and automation).

● Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, Jest, and Cypress for test automation.

● Strong experience with Postman API testing, REST API, and GraphQL testing.

● Understanding of different authentication mechanisms (OAuth, JWT, Basic Auth, API Keys).

● Experience with browser debugging tools for identifying and reproducing bugs.

● Knowledge of LogRocket for session replay and debugging.

● Experience in cross-browser testing and responsive testing.

● Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and tools like Jira.

● Ability to write clear and concise test cases and test documentation.

● Experience with Git version control and collaboration using repositories.

Nice to Have:

● Experience with mobile app testing (manual or automated).

● Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for automated testing integration.

● Knowledge of performance testing and security testing best practices.

Benefits:

● Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

● Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and modern testing frameworks.

● Professional development opportunities and training programs.

● Flexible work environment.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Perform manual testing for web and mobile applications to ensure high-quality releases.
• Conduct API testing using tools like Postman or similar.
• Perform database testing and write SQL queries to validate data in backend.
• Utilize Charles Proxy or similar tools(like DevTools) for network traffic analysis and debugging.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, developers and other stakeholders to understand requirements and clarify expectations.
• Document test cases, test plans, and report defects efficiently.
• Ensure good software quality standards and best practices.
• Lead and mentor junior testers if required.

Required Skills:

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Strong experience in API testing and database validation.
• Proficiency in SQL queries for data validation and debugging.
• Hands-on experience with web and mobile app testing.
• Ability to work with network proxy tools such as Charles Proxy.
• Ability to interact with cross-functional teams and drive discussions on requirements and issue resolutions.
• Experience in Azure DevOps for defect tracking and test management tools.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the execution of manual testing procedures to ensure the functionality, usability, and performance of software applications.
• Create and execute test cases based on project requirements and specifications.
• Document test results, defects, and issues encountered during testing.
• Work collaboratively with developers and other team members to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Participate in test plan and test case reviews to ensure thorough test coverage.
• Assist in the identification and implementation of process improvements to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the QA process.
• Support the QA team in various tasks and projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in computer science, information technology, or related field.
• Strong interest in software testing and quality assurance.
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle and testing methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with testing tools and technologies is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship or coursework in software testing or quality assurance.
• Experience with bug tracking and test management tools, such as JIRA or TestRail.
• Basic understanding of programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#.
• Knowledge of automated testing tools and frameworks.

1. Building up and leading the Testing Team to the success of project
2. Defining the scope of testing within the context of each release / delivery
3. Deploying and managing resources for testing
4. Applying the appropriate test measurements and metrics in the product and the Testing Team
5. Planning, deploying and managing the testing effort for any given engagement.

We’re looking for an experienced software Tester (Manual and Automation) to work with Quoality- A Modern Operating Infrastructure for Hospitality Businesses to help them improve the guest experience and generate additional revenue.

Founded in 2021, Quoality is a Hospitality Tech company backed by a US-based Newchip Accelerator. Our mission is to equip businesses with the tools they need to grow. 

By providing tools, insights, and education with minimal effort on the business's part, the barrier to making actionable business decisions is lowered dramatically. Everything we do is driven by this mission. Everything we do needs to positively answer the question, "Does this help businesses grow?"

Product Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKklkRYKkC4&;t" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKklkRYKkC4

Quoality Blogosphere: https://medium.com/quoality" target="_blank">https://medium.com/quoality

Oh, this is our favorite part. We’ve seen companies that write 'templatized' BS for this section; stuff that’s never followed in reality.

Not us. Here are some of our core values to give you a sense of who we are as a team:

• First and foremost, we’re super transparent. We all know what everyone’s working on, how’s the company doing, and the whole shebang.
• We’re all super chill. 
• Work time ain’t playtime. We take our work very seriously. We’re a small bunch on a mission to change the guest experience in the hospitality industry, once and for all.
• Deadlines are a thing for us. We are super punctual.
• We know what we are working on and aren’t clueless.
• We’re more friends than colleagues.
• Monthly 1:1s with the founders where you can directly share & receive feedback.

Not convinced yet? Okay, here’s the fun stuff:

• Flexible leave policy. Yeah, it’s truly flexible. We trust you.
• We have a flexible remote work policy in India.  Work from the beautiful beaches of Goa or the stunning mountains of Manali, we’re all good.
• Annual workstations at exotic destinations. Subject to change and hitting milestones.
• Allowances to choose your coworking space (if you want), courses & any tool that you think is beneficial to succeed in this role.

📄 The role & what we are looking for:

🧑‍💻 Responsibilities:

• Reviewing software requirements and preparing test scenarios.
• Executing tests on software usability.
• Analyzing test results on database impacts, errors or bugs, and usability.
• Preparing reports on all aspects related to the software testing carried out and reporting to the design team.
• Interacting with clients to understand product requirements.
• Participating in design reviews and providing input on requirements, product design, and potential problems.
• Take full ownership of the module starting from architectural and design decisions to shipping.
• Like the work you do, enjoy collaborating with your coworkers, communicate as much as you can, and have fun. 

What are you going to do?

• Understand business use cases/user stores and develop test cases/scripts
• Perform manual QA testing including functional testing, regression testing, system testing, white box testing, and black box testing
• Participate in the review and analysis of business requirements, functional specifications and design documents
• Collaborate with project team members on development and customer needs
• Solid knowledge of QA testing methodologies, concepts, processes, and documentation
• Ability to automate at UI/API/Database level and apply the same in their testing
• Required knowledge of DB testing and  API testing with tools like Postman etc, along with performance testing.
• Solid experience working with web-based user interfaces, and mobile applications.
• Dedication to product excellence and software testing best practices
• Flexibility and adaptability to a rapidly changing environment
• Creatively think outside the box to identify potential problems, and increase coverage for testing framework

You Need To Have

• 3+ years of relevant software testing experience
• Good in Test Plan, Estimation techniques and testing methodologies.
• Good in Requirement understanding and preparing requirement traceability matrix
• API testing with Postman and other similar tools
• Good in Selenium Scripts and framework designing 
• Knowledge of scripting with any programming language is a plus.
• User interfaces testing, mobile applications testing of Android and iOS
• Load testing and performance testing with different tools like JMETER 
• Knowledge of API documentation tools like Swagger etc.
• Should have experience using ReAssured with Debugging skills
• Basic Security testing tools knowledge is an add-on.

❕Bonus:

• Entrepreneurial spirit, Product Thinker, and ‘Can-Do' attitude.
• Passionate about leveraging technology for supporting product delivery in the Hospitality space.
• Operating style suited to working in a startup environment, where teamwork and resourcefulness are highly valued.
• Excellent leadership skills, including the ability to manage multiple assignments at a time.

• Lead and manage a team that:
• Reviews and refines software requirements.
• Drafts and executes test plans and test cases.
• Identifies and drafts steps to reproduce defects utilizing our defect tracking system, JIRA.
• Enters and tracks defects to closure.
• Utilizes testing tools to increase the effectiveness of testing.
• Maintains test environments that mimic our production systems.
• Maintains and updates Selenium driven UI automation test cases.
• Maintains and updates ReadyAPI API automation test cases.
• Maintains and updates manual test cases.
• Maintains and updates JMeter performance/load test cases.
• Coach, mentor, and assist the team in performing their duties as needed.
• Provide formal QA approval and reporting for each release.
• Operate within the SAFe Agile methodology.
• Coordinate with other QA teams across the company.

• Experience leading a SQA or Software Development team
• Experience managing projects and processes cross-functionally
• Comfortable working in a continually changing and dynamic environment and driving top issues to resolution
• Proven track record of attracting, hiring, motivating and developing the best quality-minded individuals
• Excellent cross-functional communication and influencing skills
• In-depth knowledge and experience in one or more of the following technologies: Java, Python, Selenium, JMeter, ReadyAPI
• Automation planning, execution, and triage for projects on multiple Platforms.
• Excellent presentation skills, distilling complex analysis and concepts into concise business-focused takeaways
• In-depth knowledge and experience in identity management including OpenID Connect, SAML2, OAuth2, and SCIM.
• In-depth knowledge and experience of application security testing.
• Unix command line scripting skills

• Experience in testing web-based applications.
• Experience in developing test cases and scenarios based on PRD/BRD/Use cases.
• Experience in testing Web Services
• Logging defects/bugs in the defect management tool
• Tracking the defects and retire them with appropriate test execution
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Tools and Technologies:

• Should have strong knowledge and hands-on with SQL, Java, and Selenium
• Good/Fair knowledge of angular framework and Protractor with JavaScript/TypeScript
• Hands-on with any of the defect management tools like Jira/Bugzilla
• Knowledge of J-meter, Soap UI is a plus

• 3+ years demonstrated experience in the Testing Web & mobile applications.
• 1+ Years of experience in Js based Web application testing. (Like: Angular Js, Vue Js, react js)
• Create and maintain API-based automation test scripts using tools like J meter, SoapUI or Postman
• API Automation using Soap UI/Rest assured / Postman (Mandatory)
• Create and maintain API specific test plans
• Conducting Performance and Load tests on the API's and provide detailed report and analysis on metrics like Breakage point etc.
• Participate in creating and clarifying User Stories, and in planning Sprints.
• Maintaining all the testing artefacts in SharePoint.
• Updating test management tools (JIRA / Bugzilla etc) so that the current status of the project can be known at any time by stakeholders.
• Issue tracking, analysis and reporting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.