Manual+Automation Tester

Ascendion Engineering; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,004,000 - 1,451,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendion is seeking a Manual + Automation Tester to own quality for AI-powered pharma products. The role sits at the intersection of QA and GenAI, validating Text-to-SQL features that real users rely on for decisions.

You will design and execute tests, build automation, and ensure accuracy of SQL outputs while complying with pharma standards. Pharma domain experience is mandatory and collaboration with product teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in manual and automation testing.
• Proven experience testing GenAI products, especially Text-to-SQL.
• Commercial pharma domain experience is mandatory.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess AI output quality, beyond functional correctness.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute manual test cases for GenAI-powered Text-to-SQL features.
• Build and maintain automated test scripts to support regression and functional coverage.
• Validate SQL query outputs for accuracy and edge-case handling.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define acceptance criteria.
• Identify, document, and track defects through to resolution.
• Ensure testing aligns with commercial pharma compliance and domain standards.

Skills

Manual testing

Automation testing

GenAI testing

Pharma domain knowledge

Analytical skills

Tools

SQL

Job description

About Ascendion

Ascendion is a leader in AI‑Native platform driven software engineering company that underwrites outcomes, helping businesses innovate faster, smarter, and with greater impact. We partner with Global 2000 clients across North America, UK, Europe, and APAC to solve complex challenges in data, experience design, software product engineering, and workforce transformation. Powered by expert engineers, thousands of AI agents, and our Engineering to the Power of AI™ (EngineeringAI) method, we deliver measurable outcomes that build trust, unlock value, and accelerate growth. Learn more at ascendion.com

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• Build the coolest tech for world’s leading brands
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• Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients
• Master your craft with leading training programs and hands‑on experience

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Join a culture of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech. Our culture is the fabric of our company, and it is what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.

About the Role

You’ll own quality for AI-powered products in the pharma space. This role sits at the intersection of traditional QA and cutting‑edge GenAI — specifically validating Text-to-SQL solutions that real users depend on to make decisions.

Job Title:

Manual + Automation Tester

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute manual test cases for GenAI-powered Text-to-SQL features
• Build and maintain automated test scripts to support regression and functional coverage
• Validate SQL query outputs for accuracy, relevance, and edge‑case handling
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define acceptance criteria
• Identify, document, and track defects through to resolution
• Ensure testing aligns with commercial pharma compliance and domain standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience in both manual and automation testing
• Proven experience testing GenAI products, specifically Text-to-SQL solutions
• Commercial pharma domain experience (mandatory)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to assess AI output quality, not just functional correctness

Location

Pune