Senior QA Engineer

Dataflow; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

DataFlow Group is seeking a Senior QA Engineer to ensure the quality and reliability of our software products. You will lead test planning, execute both manual and automated tests, and drive API validation across multiple platforms.

The role requires strong collaboration with developers and a proactive mindset in a fast-paced Agile environment. The ideal candidate has 4+ years in software QA, experience with Selenium, Cypress, Appium or Playwright, and proficiency in Python/Java/JavaScript.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent work experience).
• 4+ years of proven professional experience in software quality assurance.
• Hands-on experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Appium, Playwright).
• Proficiency in at least one object-oriented or scripting language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, Ruby).
• Experience testing RESTful APIs using tools like Postman, REST Assured, or SoapUI.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
• Basic understanding of SQL for data validation and database querying.

Responsibilities

• Test Planning & Strategy: Analyze requirements and create comprehensive test plans, cases, and scripts.
• Testing Execution (Manual & Automated): Functional, regression, integration, API, and UI testing; develop automation frameworks.
• Defect Management & Tracking: Identify, document, and track defects; collaborate to reproduce and verify fixes.
• Process & Release Management: Participate in Agile ceremonies; integrate tests into CI/CD; monitor releases and production quality.

Skills

Automation frameworks

Programming languages

API testing

CI/CD & version control

SQL basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Git

Jenkins

Postman

REST Assured

Job description

About the Organisation

DataFlow Group is a pioneering global provider of specialized Primary Source Verification (PSV) solutions, and background screening and immigration compliance services that assist public and private organizations in mitigating risks to make informed, cost-effective decisions regarding their Applicants and Registrants

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Senior QA Engineer with 4+ years of experience to join our quality assurance team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products through comprehensive testing, defect reporting, and collaboration with the development team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Test Planning & Strategy
  Analyze product requirements, design specifications, and user stories to define comprehensive test strategies.
  Create, maintain, and execute detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts for new and existing features.
• Testing Execution (Manual & Automated)
  Perform functional, regression, integration, performance, and UI/UX testing across multiple platforms and devices.
  Develop, maintain, and scale automated testing frameworks and scripts to reduce manual testing efforts.
  Conduct API testing to ensure robust backend integrations.
• Defect Management & Tracking
  Identify, isolate, and document software defects clearly using bug-tracking tools (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla).
  Collaborate closely with engineering teams to reproduce issues, troubleshoot root causes, and verify bug fixes.
• Process & Release Management
  Actively participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives).
  Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous quality control.
  Sign off on release candidates and monitor production deployments for potential quality regressions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience & Education
  Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent work experience).
  4+ years of proven professional experience in software quality assurance.
• Technical Competencies
  Automation: Hands-on experience with test automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Appium, Playwright).
  Programming: Proficiency in at least one object-oriented or scripting language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, Ruby).
  API Testing: Experience testing RESTful APIs using tools like Postman, REST Assured, or SoapUI.
  Tools: Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
  Database: Basic understanding of SQL for data validation and database querying.
• Professional Attributes
  Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset with a keen eye for detail.
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to translate technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
  Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative Agile environment.