QA Engineer (Manual | API | SQL | Basic Automation)

GECO Asia Pte. Ltd; Muntinlupa; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

GECO Asia Pte. Ltd is seeking a Senior QA Engineer to lead quality assurance efforts for manual and API testing across ecommerce checkout and payment systems.

The role emphasizes collaboration within an Agile team, the design of robust test strategies, and the delivery of high-quality software. Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in software QA, strong UI/Web testing, API validation, and basic automation knowledge.

Qualifications

• Min 5 years of Software QA and Manual Testing experience.
• At least 1 year in ecommerce checkout and payment systems.
• Strong UI/Web testing experience and API testing ability.
• Basic SQL knowledge for data validation.
• Experience in Agile/Scrum environments and RTMs.
• Basic automation testing background or training.

Responsibilities

• Develop test strategies and comprehensive test plans.
• Execute functional, regression, integration, and UI tests.
• Create and maintain test cases, data, and RTMs.
• Document defects with clarity and work with teams to fix issues.
• Collaborate with Automation QA on automation initiatives.

Skills

UI/Web Application Testing

API Testing

SQL

Agile/Scrum

Test planning

RTM (Requirements Traceability Matrix)

Basic automation testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Eng

Tools

Postman

Swagger

Job description

Senior QA Engineer (Manual | API | SQL | Basic Automation)

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior QA Engineer with strong expertise in manual testing, web/UI applications, API testing, SQL validation, and basic automation testing. The ideal candidate should have experience working with e-commerce platforms, particularly checkout and payment systems, and a strong understanding of software quality assurance processes.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality software by developing effective test strategies, executing comprehensive test plans, identifying defects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Assurance & Testing

• Follow SDLC, CMMI, and QA best practices throughout the software testing lifecycle.

• Perform functional, regression, integration, system, and UI/web application testing.

• Design, develop, and execute test cases using appropriate test design techniques.

• Create and maintain Master Test Plans, test strategies, test estimates, and test documentation.

• Prepare and maintain test cases, test scripts, test data, and Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM).

• Execute test scenarios and provide detailed defect reports with clear documentation.

• Review test artifacts and provide constructive feedback to improve quality.

• Prepare Test Summary Reports and Acceptance Test Certificates.

• Ensure proper setup and readiness of test environments and test data.

• Collaborate with Automation QA Engineers on automation initiatives.

• Execute and maintain automated test cases when required.

• Work with stakeholders to clarify requirements and identify potential quality risks.

• Provide recommendations and insights to continuously improve product quality.

Project & Administrative Support

• Record daily activities using ATLAS or other project management/tracking tools.

• Ensure compliance with established QA processes and CMMI standards.

• Prepare testing reports and project quality documentation.

• Support QA Leads in managing small to medium-sized projects.

• Mentor and provide guidance to junior QA team members.

Team Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with developers, business analysts, product owners, and support teams.

• Promote effective communication, teamwork, and collaboration across project teams.

• Provide support to team members to ensure successful project delivery.

Continuous Learning & Improvement

• Continuously enhance knowledge of QA methodologies, tools, and industry practices.

• Stay updated with emerging technologies, testing trends, and best practices.

Job Requirements

Required Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Software QA and Manual Testing.

• At least 1 year of experience in the e-commerce domain, specifically with checkout and payment systems.

• Strong experience in UI/Web Application Testing.

• Intermediate experience with API Testing using tools such as Postman, Swagger, or similar platforms.

• Basic knowledge of SQL for data validation and database testing.

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

• Proven experience creating test plans, test cases, and Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTMs).

• Basic automation testing background or formal training in automation testing.

Educational Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Management Engineering, or a related field.

Preferred Certification

• ISTQB Certification is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Detail-oriented with strong critical-thinking skills.

• Effective time management and organizational skills.

• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and project requirements.

• Strong commitment to software quality and continuous process improvement.