Lead QA Engineer/ QA Engineer

QA Brains; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

QA Brains in Hyderabad is seeking an experienced QA Engineer to oversee software testing, combining manual and automated approaches for high-quality releases. You will lead a team, implement Agile best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust test coverage.

The role requires 5+ years in software testing, strong automation skills with Selenium and Appium, and solid database testing with SQL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in software testing.
• Proficiency in functional and manual testing methodologies.
• Strong experience with automation testing tools (Selenium, Appium) and frameworks.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and practices.
• Solid understanding of database testing concepts and proficiency in SQL.
• Experience with test management tools (HP ALM, JIRA) and documentation tools (Confluence).
• Knowledge of mobile automation testing strategies and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• QA engineers in both manual and automation testing processes.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on project requirements.
• Conduct functional, regression, and database testing to ensure software quality.
• Design and implement automation testing frameworks using tools like Selenium and Appium.
• Manage the end-to-end testing process in alignment with the SDLC and STLC.
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure a thorough understanding of requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Utilize JIRA for tracking defects, managing testing progress, and reporting on quality metrics.
• Perform database testing using SQL and conduct data validation.
• Utilize HP ALM for test management and reporting.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes.
• Document and maintain test documentation in Confluence, ensuring clear communication across teams.
• Conduct API testing using Postman to validate service interactions.

Skills

Functional testing

Manual testing

Agile methodologies

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Selenium

Appium

HP ALM

JIRA

Confluence

Postman

Job description

QA Engineer - Onsite - Hyderabad

We are seeking an experienced QA Engineer to oversee our software testing efforts and ensure the delivery of high-quality products. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both manual and automation testing, with a focus on functional and mobile application testing. You will lead a team of QA engineers, implementing best practices in Agile methodologies, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• QA engineers in both manual and automation testing processes.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on project requirements.
• Conduct functional, regression, and database testing to ensure software quality.
• Design and implement automation testing frameworks using tools like Selenium and Appium.
• Manage the end-to-end testing process in alignment with the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Lifecycle (STLC).
• Collaborate with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to ensure a thorough understanding of requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Utilize JIRA for tracking defects, managing testing progress, and reporting on quality metrics.
• Perform database testing using SQL and conduct data validation.
• Utilize HP ALM for test management and reporting.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes.
• Document and maintain test documentation in Confluence, ensuring clear communication across teams.
• Conduct API testing using Postman to validate service interactions.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in software testing.
• Proficiency in functional and manual testing methodologies.
• Strong experience with automation testing tools (Selenium, Appium) and frameworks.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and practices.
• Solid understanding of database testing concepts and proficiency in SQL.
• Experience with test management tools (HP ALM, JIRA) and documentation tools (Confluence).
• Knowledge of mobile automation testing strategies and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.