Quality Assurance Engineer

iRage

Mumbai

On-site

INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous paid time off

Annual Education Allowance

Gym memberships

Regular team outings

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Mumbai is seeking a QA Engineer to design and implement automation test suites for backend systems. The ideal candidate should have strong C++ and Python skills, with experience in automation testing and APIs. This role offers competitive salary, generous time off, and a vibrant workplace culture.

Qualifications

Strong C++ skills with experience in C++11 and C++14.
Good knowledge in scripting languages like Python.
Comfortable with working on Linux.
Adept problem-solving skills.
Strong understanding of computer architecture.

Responsibilities

Design and implement automation test suites for backend systems, APIs, and databases.
Develop reusable automation frameworks using Python and C++.
Collaborate with teams to define test requirements.
Conduct API testing to validate system reliability.
Drive cross-team collaboration for smooth integration testing.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

Problem-solving skills

Data structures and algorithms

Tools

PyTest

Boost.Test

Job description

We are seeking a QA Engineer with expertise in backend testing and proficiency in Python and C++. While prior trading/HFT experience is a plus, the candidate must have a strong foundation in automation testing, APIs, and databases, and be eager to work on high-performance, business-critical systems. This role involves significant cross-team collaboration, requiring excellent collaboration skills and the ability to translate technical quality insights into business impact.

Key Responsibility

Design and implement automation test suites for backend systems, APIs, and databases.
Develop reusable automation frameworks using Python (PyTest, Requests) and C++ (gTest, Boost.Test).
Collaborate with development, product, and client teams to define test requirements and acceptance criteria.
Conduct API testing (REST, WebSocket, FIX where applicable) to validate system reliability and functionality.
Participate in client discussions, providing clear test strategies, reporting defects, and aligning on quality expectations.
Drive cross-team collaboration to ensure smooth integration testing between trading engines, risk systems, and data pipelines.
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, integrating automated regression and smoke tests.
Support performance and load testing under real-world scenarios.

Required Skillset

Strong C++ skills with a good experience of C++11 and C++14.
Good knowledge in scripting languages like Python.
Comfortable with working on Linux.
Adept problem-solving skills, data‑structures and algorithms.
Strong understanding of computer architecture and multi‑core architecture.

Desired Skills

Understanding of multi‑threaded programming.
Network and socket programming knowledge.
Experience with inter process communication.
Ability to work as an individual contributor as well as a team player.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a team that hustles - plain and simple. But we also believe life outside work matters. No cubicles, no suits - just great people doing great work in a space built for comfort and creativity.

Benefits

💰 Competitive salary – Get paid what you’re worth.

🌴 Generous paid time off – Recharge and come back sharper.

🌍 Work with the best – Collaborate with top-tier global talent.

✈️ Adventure together – Annual offsites (mostly outside India) and regular team outings.

🎯 Performance rewards – Multiple bonuses for those who go above and beyond.

⚡ Fun, not just work – On‑site sports, games, and a lively workspace.

🧠 Learn and lead – Regular knowledge‑sharing sessions led by your peers.

📚 Annual Education Allowance – Take any external course, or certification that makes you better at your craft.

🏋️ Stay fit – Gym memberships with equal employer contribution to keep you at your best.

🏆 Friendly competition – Work challenges and extracurricular contests to keep things exciting.

Senior level