QA Automation Engineer (contract) - #253732

Job Description

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and executing test plans to ensure the quality and performance of our software applications. You will collaborate closely with development and product teams to deliver high-quality products that meet customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on functional and technical specifications.
• Perform manual testing and automated testing using various tools and frameworks.
• Identify, document, and track defects through a defect tracking system, ensuring that issues are resolved before release.
• Review and analyze system specifications and requirements for testability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and UX/UI designers, to understand product requirements and ensure quality standards are met.
• Conduct regression testing and performance testing to ensure existing features remain functional after changes.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, providing insights and feedback on quality and testing processes.
• Provide detailed reports and documentation of test results to stakeholders.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience as a QA Engineer or in a similar role within the software development lifecycle.
• Experience with test automation tools and frameworks.
• Strong understanding of software development processes, methodologies, and best practices (Agile, Scrum, etc.).
• Proficient in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and test cases.
• Experience with bug tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Knowledge of SQL and experience with database testing is a plus.
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Azure Load Resource, Playwright).
• knowledge of programming languages (e.g. Java, .NET) for creating automated test scripts.
• Familiarity with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, Rest Assured).
  
  

Pay Rate Range

Min Pay Rate Max Pay Rate Currency Unit 52 58 USD hourly