QA Engineer – Aviation Domain, Manual, API & Database Testing | Dubai, UAE

Ducont; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ducont in Dubai, UAE is seeking an experienced QA Engineer with hands-on expertise in manual, API, and database testing to join our technology team in the aviation sector. The role requires practical experience with Departure Control Systems (DCS), Baggage Handling Systems (BHS), and Flight Disruption Handling systems, along with strong knowledge of testing methodologies and Agile/Scrum practices.

Immediate availability is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a QA Engineer / Quality Assurance Engineer.
• Hands-on in Manual Testing, API Testing, and Database Testing.
• Strong SQL querying skills.
• Experience with defect management lifecycles.
• Familiar with SDLC and Agile/Scrum.
• Mandatory hands-on aviation domain experience.
• Knowledge of DCS, BHS, Flight Disruption Handling Systems.
• Immediate availability is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual testing across software applications and systems.
• Conduct API testing and validate API responses and integrations.
• Perform database testing using SQL queries.
• Identify, document, and track defects through the lifecycle.
• Execute functional and integration testing.
• Validate functionality against requirements.
• Collaborate with developers and cross-functional teams.
• Apply aviation domain knowledge during testing.
• Test and validate aviation-related systems and workflows.

Skills

Manual Testing

API Testing

Database Testing

SQL

Aviation domain experience

Agile/Scrum

Immediate availability

Defect management

SDLC

Communication

Job description

Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Category

• Information Technology (IT) & Software
• Engineering & Technical
• Aviation & Aerospace
• Others / Miscellaneous

Job Overview

Ducont is seeking an experienced QA Engineer with strong hands‑on expertise in manual, API, and database testing to join its technology team in Dubai, UAE. The role is specifically suited to quality assurance professionals with practical experience in the aviation domain and strong knowledge of software testing methodologies.

The successful candidate will work across manual testing, API testing, SQL‑based database validation, defect management, and Agile/Scrum software development environments. Aviation domain knowledge is mandatory, particularly experience with Departure Control Systems (DCS), Baggage Handling Systems (BHS), and Flight Disruption Handling systems.

This opportunity provides scope for career growth and professional development in software quality assurance and aviation technology. Continued training in advanced testing methodologies, API automation, database testing, Agile practices, and aviation technology systems can support progression toward Senior QA Engineer, QA Lead, or Test Manager positions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform manual testing across software applications and systems.
• Conduct API testing and validate API responses and integrations.
• Perform database testing using SQL queries.
• Identify, document, and track software defects through the defect management lifecycle.
• Execute functional and integration testing.
• Validate application functionality against business and technical requirements.
• Participate in SDLC and Agile/Scrum development processes.
• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and other cross‑functional teams.
• Analyze test results and identify potential quality issues.
• Support defect investigation and resolution.
• Apply aviation domain knowledge during testing and validation activities.
• Test and validate aviation‑related systems and workflows.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes and testing practices.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a QA Engineer / Quality Assurance Engineer.
• Strong hands‑on experience in:
  • Manual Testing
  • API Testing
  • Database Testing
• Strong SQL querying skills.
• Experience with defect management lifecycles.
• Good understanding of SDLC methodologies.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Mandatory hands‑on aviation domain experience.
• Functional knowledge of:
  • Departure Control Systems (DCS)
  • Baggage Handling Systems (BHS)
  • Flight Disruption Handling Systems
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and cross‑functional collaboration abilities.
• Immediate availability is mandatory.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary and compensation details have not been provided by the employer.

The role provides an opportunity to develop specialized expertise in aviation technology testing while strengthening skills in manual testing, API testing, database validation, SQL, defect management, and Agile software development. Continued professional development and advanced QA training can support progression toward Senior QA Engineer, QA Lead, Test Lead, and Test Manager positions.