Software Test Engineer

Systems Limited; Lahore; On-site; PKR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Limited in Pakistan seeks a QA Automation Engineer to ensure quality and reliability across web, mobile, and API-based applications. The role focuses on automated testing, scalable frameworks, and CI/CD integration to enable continuous testing and fast feedback.

The candidate will collaborate with developers and product teams, perform API and backend validation, and contribute to Agile ceremonies to drive QA process improvements.

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)
• Proficiency in at least one programming/scripting language such as Java, JavaScript, Python, or Groovy
• 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

Test automation

API testing

CI/CD

Selenium

Playwright

Appium

Katalon Studio

Postman

SQL

Jenkins

Azure DevOps

GitLab CI/CD

Java

JavaScript

Python

Agile/Scrum

Jira

TestRail

Bugzilla

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

Appium

Katalon Studio

Postman

SoapUI

Jira

TestRail

Bugzilla

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)
• Proficiency in at least one programming/scripting language such as Java, JavaScript, Python, or Groovy
• 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