Quality Engineer Trainee

Pragma Edge Software Services; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Pragma Edge Software Services is seeking a Quality Analyst Trainee in Hyderabad to join our QA team. The role focuses on learning testing fundamentals, creating test scenarios, and performing manual testing of applications while logging defects and collaborating with development teams.

The program emphasizes structured onboarding, mentorship, and hands-on training with real-world projects, preparing you for a QA Engineer role with automation exposure and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of STLC and SDLC.
• Knowledge of manual testing concepts (test case design, defect life cycle).
• Familiarity with bug-tracking tools like JIRA or TestRail is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Understand business requirements and translate them into test scenarios and cases.
• Perform manual testing of applications to identify bugs and inconsistencies.
• Log, track, and report defects clearly using bug-tracking tools (e.g., JIRA).
• Collaborate with developers and product teams to clarify requirements and verify fixes.
• Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and review meetings.
• Prepare and maintain test documentation (test plans, test cases, test reports).
• Perform regression testing to ensure new changes don’t break existing functionality.
• Continuously learn testing tools, methodologies, and industry best practices.

Skills

STLC/SDLC

Manual testing

Bug tracking (JIRA)

SQL basics

Automation concepts (Selenium)

Analytical skills

Education

B.Tech / BE / BSc IT or equivalent

Tools

JIRA

TestRail

Selenium

Job description

Job Title: Quality Analyst Trainee

About the Role

We are looking for a detail\-oriented and confident Quality Analyst Trainee to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail, a logical mindset, and strong communication skills who is eager to build a career in quality assurance and testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand businessfunctional requirements and translate them into test scenarios and test cases
• Perform manual testing of applicationswebsitessoftware to identify bugs and inconsistencies
• Log, track, and report defects clearly using bug\-tracking tools (e.g., JIRA)
• Collaborate with developers and product teams to clarify requirements and verify fixes
• Participate in daily stand\-ups, sprint planning, and review meetings
• Prepare and maintain test documentation (test plans, test cases, test reports)
• Perform regression testing to ensure new changes don't break existing functionality
• Continuously learn testing tools, methodologies, and industry best practices

Required Skills

• Basic understanding of Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Knowledge of manual testing concepts (test case design, bug life cycle, types of testing)
• Familiarity with bug\-trackingtest management tools (JIRA, TestRail, or similar) is a plus
• Basic understanding of SQL for data validation
• Exposure to automation testing concepts (Selenium, or similar) is an added advantage
• Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills

Soft Skills (Important)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills - able to clearly document and explain defects, test results, and issues to technical and non\-technical stakeholders
• High confidence in raising concerns, asking clarifying questions, and participating in team discussions
• Strong attention to detail and a quality\-first mindset
• Good collaboration and teamwork abilities
• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and take ownership of tasks
• Patience and persistence in finding and reporting issues

Educational Qualification

• B.TechB.EBCAMCAB.Sc in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

Good to Have

• Certification in software testing (ISTQB Foundation Level or similar)
• Personal projects or academic exposure to testing tools
• Basic scripting knowledge (PythonJava) for automation exposure
• Exposure to AgileScrum methodology

What We Offer

• Structured onboarding and hands\-on training program.
• Mentorship from experienced QA professionals.
• Exposure to real\-world projects and testing tools.
• Clear career growth path into QA EngineerAutomation roles.