QA Specialist

Tech Avenue Pvt Ltd; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 2,232,000 - 3,906,000; Full time

Job summary

Tech Avenue Pvt Ltd in Islamabad, Pakistan seeks a QA Specialist to lead testing strategies for AI-powered and cloud-based applications. You will define testing frameworks, conduct end-to-end QA activities across web, mobile, and API layers, and contribute to CI/CD integration with Docker/Kubernetes environments.

The role emphasizes black box, edge case, and exploratory testing, plus performance, security testing, and collaboration with DevOps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional QA experience, including test automation, framework design, and security testing.
• Proven ability to define and develop testing frameworks from scratch.
• Strong command of SDLC, STLC, Agile, and DevOps testing methodologies.
• Expertise in Black Box, Edge Case, and Exploratory Testing.
• Hands-on experience with: Appium (Java) for mobile testing; Rest Assured for API automation; Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright for web automation.
• Experience with Performance and Load Testing (e.g., JMeter, K6, Locust).
• Exposure to Penetration Testing and VAPT processes (OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, Nessus).
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Strong understanding of OOP principles and modular automation architecture.
• Proficient in SQL/Oracle for data verification.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, define, and develop testing frameworks from scratch.
• Perform Black Box Testing, Edge Case Testing, and Exploratory Testing.
• Conduct Functional, Regression, Integration, Performance, and Load Testing across web, mobile, and API layers.
• Develop advanced automation frameworks & Test Harness for AI-based software.
• Generate and manage test cases directly from business requirements.
• Test AI-driven components for accuracy, bias, and stability across data sets.
• Execute automated tests as part of CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Collaborate with dev and DevOps teams to integrate testing processes.
• Manage automation execution in containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Research and integrate AI-assisted test generation and self-healing automation.
• Document test plans, test cases, and load testing summaries.
• Train and mentor QA engineers in framework development and security testing.

Skills

QA Testing

Automation Frameworks

CI/CD

Black Box Testing

Security Testing

API Testing

Selenium

Playwright

Appium

SQL Verification

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

Appium (Java)

Rest Assured

Selenium

Cypress

Playwright

JMeter

K6

Locust

OWASP ZAP

Burp Suite

Nessus

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Azure DevOps

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
Reporting To: QA Manager
Experience Required: Minimum 5 Years
Employment Type: Full-Time (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM)

Position Overview

Tech Avenue (Pvt) Ltd is seeking a highly skilled and experienced QA Specialist to join our Software Development Division. This role involves leading the design, development, and execution of comprehensive testing strategies for AI-powered, custom enterprise, and cloud-based applications.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience defining testing frameworks, conducting end-to-end QA activities (including functional, non-functional, performance, and security testing), and working within CI/CD environments. Expertise in black box, edge case, and testing methodologies is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, define, and develop testing frameworks from scratch, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and integration with CI/CD pipelines.
• Perform Black Box Testing, Edge Case Testing, and Exploratory Testing to identify defects beyond expected user behaviors.
• Conduct Functional, Regression, Integration, Performance, and Load Testing across web, mobile, and API layers.
• Develop advanced automation frameworks & Test Harness tailored for AI-based and custom-built software.
• Generate and manage test cases directly from business requirements ensuring complete traceability.
• Test AI-driven components for accuracy, bias, and stability across data sets and inference cycles.
• Execute automated tests as part of CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to ensure seamless integration of testing processes.
• Manage automation execution in containerized environments (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Research and integrate AI-assisted test generation, predictive analytics for defect identification, and self-healing automation frameworks.
• Document all test activities including test plans, test cases, and load testing summaries.
• Train and mentor QA engineers in framework development, automation techniques, and security testing.
• Identify, log, and track issues via JIRA, Azure DevOps, or other tools, ensuring timely closure.
• Participate actively in Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint reviews, retrospectives).
• Continuously evaluate new tools, techniques, and processes for QA and test automation optimization.
• Basics of Linux OS (Kernel, Scripts etc)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional QA experience, including test automation, framework design, and security testing.
• Proven ability to define and develop testing frameworks from scratch.
• Strong command of SDLC, STLC, Agile, and DevOps testing methodologies.
• Expertise in Black Box, Edge Case, and Exploratory Testing methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with:
• Appium (Java) for mobile testing.
• Rest Assured for API automation.
• Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright for web automation.
• Experience with Performance and Load Testing (e.g., JMeter, K6, or Locust).
• Exposure to Penetration Testing and VAPT processes (using tools such as OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite, or Nessus).
• Proficiency in CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Strong understanding of OOP principles and modular automation architecture.
• Proficient in SQL/Oracle for data verification.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience testing AI/ML systems, including validation of predictive model behavior and data quality.
• Familiarity with Security Testing Automation and vulnerability scanning.
• Understanding of BDD/TDD frameworks (Cucumber, TestNG, JUnit).
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and microservices-based testing.
• Familiarity with Azure Test Plans, Git-based repositories, and DevOps practices.
• Professional certifications such as ISTQB, CSTE, OSCP, or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).
• Plan and execute Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) to evaluate application and infrastructure security posture.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Test Coverage: ≥ 95% of defined functional and non-functional requirements tested.
• Automation Coverage: 10–15% quarterly improvement.
• Security & VAPT Compliance: 100% adherence to internal security testing standards.
• Load & Performance Stability: Maintain 99% uptime under stress testing.
• Pipeline Integration: ≥ 98% successful test execution within CI/CD workflows.
• Stakeholder Satisfaction: Consistently positive feedback from product owners and leads.