Quality Assurance Engineer (225-1015)

A Quality Assurance Engineer plays a pivotal role in the software development process by ensuring that products meet the required standards of quality. They focus on testing the functionality, reliability, and usability of software products before they are released to the market. The goal is to ensure that the software works as intended and provides a positive user experience. Quality Assurance Engineers work closely with development teams to identify problems early in the development cycle, preventing costly defects at later stages. They are responsible for designing testing strategies, creating test plans, and writing test cases. They also conduct manual and automated tests, analyze test results, and collaborate with developers to fix issues. A career as a QA Engineer promises a challenging and rewarding opportunity to have a direct impact on the success of software products.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive test plans that cover all possible scenarios effectively.
• Create detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test cases and reports.
• Execute manual and automated testing to ensure software quality and functionality.
• Identify, record, and track bugs using tracking systems and tools.
• Perform thorough regression testing when bugs are resolved or new features are added.
• Collaborate with software developers to understand product requirements and test needs.
• Utilize test automation frameworks to improve efficiency and coverage of tests.
• Re-test any defect fixes delivered by the development team systematically.
• Develop and apply testing processes for new and existing products consistently.
• Review system requirements and track quality assurance metrics efficiently.
• Participate actively in design reviews, providing input on functional requirements.
• Continuously update skills and knowledge with the latest testing practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience in QA testing, with strong knowledge of software QA methodologies.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools like Selenium, TestComplete, or similar solutions.
• Experience in writing clear, concise, and comprehensive Test cases effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for identifying and fixing issues.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with different stakeholders effectively.
• Proficient in Agile or Scrum development processes is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure products meet quality standards consistently.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment to achieve common goals.