Remote Software Tester – Manual QA, Work from Home

The Elitejob; India; Remote; INR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Remote Work

Flexible scheduling

Training and mentorship

Certificate of experience

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A growing quality assurance company in India is seeking a Remote Software Tester – Manual QA. This role involves executing manual tests, documenting bugs, and collaborating with developers to ensure software quality. Ideal for freshers or individuals with up to 2 years of experience, this position offers flexible working hours and comprehensive training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of software testing concepts.
• Ability to document clear and concise bug reports.
• Experience or knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual test cases to identify defects.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure coverage.
• Conduct regression testing to verify fixes.

Skills

Software development lifecycle (SDLC)

Manual testing

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Strong academic knowledge of software testing concepts

Tools

JIRA

Bugzilla

Job description

Job Summary

Houston Skilled Consultancy is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Remote Software Tester – Manual QA to join our growing quality assurance team. This is an exciting work-from-home opportunity for individuals passionate about software quality and eager to contribute to the development of high-performing, bug-free applications. As a Manual QA Tester, you will be responsible for ensuring that the software meets user expectations and business requirements through rigorous testing procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manual test cases to identify software defects and verify fixes.
• Collaborate with developers and business analysts to understand application functionality and ensure testing coverage.
• Document clear, concise, and reproducible bug reports using bug tracking tools.
• Conduct regression testing to verify software changes do not impact existing functionalities.
• Participate in requirement analysis, test plan development, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Prepare detailed test cases, test scripts, and test data based on functional specifications.
• Provide feedback and suggestions to improve product usability and functionality.
• Maintain documentation of testing processes, results, and updates.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies.
• Hands‑on experience in writing test cases and executing manual testing.
• Familiarity with bug tracking tools like JIRA, Bugzilla, or similar platforms.
• Ability to think critically, identify edge cases, and approach problems analytically.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet project deadlines.

Experience

• 0 to 2 years of experience in manual software testing.
• Freshers with strong academic knowledge of software testing concepts are encouraged to apply.

Working Hours

• Flexible working hours with a requirement to be available for 6–8 hours per day.
• Monday to Friday, with optional weekend availability for urgent projects.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in test case management and bug reporting tools.
• Basic understanding of databases and ability to run simple SQL queries is a plus.
• Strong grasp of cross-browser and cross-platform testing.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies is desirable.
• Adaptable to new tools, technologies, and processes.

Benefits

• 100% Remote Work – Work from the comfort of your home.
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance.
• Training and mentorship provided for career growth.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and dynamic software products.
• Certificate of experience after successful completion.
• Career advancement within QA or related IT roles.

Why Join Houston Skilled Consultancy?

At Houston Skilled Consultancy, we are passionate about empowering individuals to kick-start or enhance their tech careers. As a trusted name in IT services and talent development, we offer a supportive, remote-friendly environment where learning and innovation thrive. Join us to be a part of meaningful software projects, receive dedicated mentoring, and grow in a career that makes an impact.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their updated resume along with a brief cover letter highlighting their interest in QA testing to us with the subject line Application for Remote Software Tester – Manual QA.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an initial virtual interview.