QA Specialist - Katalon

DKSH Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global business firm in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a skilled QA Specialist with a focus on both manual and automation testing. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of experience using Katalon for testing web and API applications. Responsibilities include developing and executing test strategies, collaborating with teams to ensure product quality, and managing defects through tools like Jira. A strong problem-solving ability and familiarity with Agile environments are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in functional manual and automation testing.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in Katalon for web and API automation.
• Strong scripting skills in Java or Groovy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct manual and automated tests for eCommerce platforms.
• Develop and maintain automation test scripts using Katalon.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define test scenarios.

Skills

Functional manual testing

Automation testing

Katalon scripting

Java or Groovy scripting

Agile methodologies

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Jira

Postman

Bitbucket

Jenkins

Job description

Title: QA Specialist - Katalon

Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY

Global Business Unit: OTH

Job Function: Information Technology

Requisition Number: 192884

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated QA Specialist with expertise in both manual and automation testing to join our QA team. In this role, you will play a critical part in safeguarding the quality and reliability of our digital products by designing, executing, and maintaining test strategies that seamlessly align with agile development practices.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in QA methodologies and a solid understanding of Asset Management and Commerce platforms, ensuring robust and efficient testing throughout the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct manual and automated tests to ensure high-quality and seamless user experiences across eCommerce platforms.
• Develop, execute, and maintain automation test scripts using Katalon, focusing on reusability and modularity.
• Collaborate with developers, product owners, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and define comprehensive test scenarios.
• Report, track, and validate defects using Jira and work closely with development teams for timely resolutions.
• Ensure the QA governance framework is effectively implemented across assigned products, capturing key quality metrics.
• Participate in release management processes, supporting end-to-end testing and post-deployment validation.
• Support System Integration Testing (SIT) efforts, ensuring smooth handovers.
• Improve test automation coverage for regression, sanity, and performance testing.

Requirements

• Proven experience in functional manual and automation testing.
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience in Katalon for web and API automation.
• Strong scripting skills in Java or Groovy to develop reusable and extendable automation scripts.
• Familiarity with Asset management/ eCommerce testing, including user journey validation, shopping cart functionality, and payment integrations.
• Experience with Agile management and bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an eye for detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an Agile setup.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new testing methodologies and tools.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Experience in API testing using Katalon or Postman.
• Knowledge of CI/CD processes and tools such as Bitbucket, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions.
• Exposure to performance testing methodologies and tools.
• ISTQB certification is an added advantage.