Software Test Engineer

Systems Limited; Islamabad Capital Territory; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Limited is seeking a QA Automation Engineer to enhance the quality and reliability of software through automated and manual testing. The role focuses on building scalable automation and integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines.

You will design test strategies for web, mobile, and API-based applications, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure thorough test coverage and rapid defect resolution in an Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with test automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium, Playwright, Appium, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of API testing using Postman, SoapUI, or automation-based approaches.
• Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI/CD).
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira, TestRail, or Bugzilla.
• Strong database testing skills with proficiency in SQL for backend validation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test cases for web, mobile, and API-based applications
• Build and maintain scalable automation frameworks using modern tools and technologies
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and performance testing
• Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure test coverage
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing
• Identify, document, and track defects through to resolution
• Conduct API testing and validate backend systems using database queries
• Participate actively in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes

Skills

Selenium

Playwright

Appium

Katalon Studio

API testing

CI/CD pipelines

Jira

SQL

Agile / Scrum

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or software engineering

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

Appium

Katalon Studio

Postman

SoapUI

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

GitLab CI/CD

Job description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of software applications through rigorous testing processes, with a strong focus on automation and continuous integration.

Location (On-site): Karachi, Lahore & Islamabad.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and execute automated and manual test cases for web, mobile, and API-based applications
• Build and maintain scalable automation frameworks using modern tools and technologies
• Perform functional, regression, integration, and performance testing
• Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure test coverage
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing
• Identify, document, and track defects through to resolution
• Conduct API testing and validate backend systems using database queries
• Participate actively in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• Hands‑on experience with test automation tools and frameworks such as Selenium, Playwright, Appium, Katalon Studio, or similar
• Strong knowledge of API testing using tools like Postman, SoapUI, or automation‑based approaches
• Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitLab CI/CD)
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as Jira, TestRail, or Bugzilla
• Strong database testing skills with proficiency in SQL for backend validation
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

Preferred Attributes:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross‑functional team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality software
• Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with evolving QA tools and practices