Junior Software QA Engineer - Remote

Jari Solutions; Riyadh; Remote; SAR 45,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Jari Solutions is seeking a Junior Software QA Engineer to join a fully remote, paid position focusing on software quality assurance. You will test web and mobile applications, execute test cases, and document defects to help deliver reliable products.

The role collaborates with developers and product managers in an Agile environment, requires 1+ year QA experience, and knowledge of Jira, SQL basics, and API testing. This is an entry-level opportunity to grow in QA careers.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of software testing or QA experience.
• Knowledge of QA methodologies and SDLC.
• Experience creating and executing test cases.
• Familiarity with defect reporting and Jira.
• Basic to intermediate SQL knowledge.
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum.
• Experience testing web and mobile apps.
• Familiarity with API testing (Postman a plus).

Responsibilities

• Execute manual, functional, and regression testing for web and mobile applications.
• Review business and technical requirements and translate them into detailed test cases and test scenarios.
• Plan and execute test cases and accurately document testing results.
• Identify, document, prioritize, and track software defects using issue-tracking tools.
• Perform regression testing to ensure new updates and fixes do not negatively impact existing functionality.
• Re-test resolved defects and verify that issues have been successfully fixed.
• Collaborate closely with developers and product managers to investigate, reproduce, and resolve software issues.
• Perform exploratory and usability testing when required.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to QA activities throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Contribute to improving QA processes, test documentation, and overall product quality.
• Assist in identifying potential quality risks and areas that require additional testing.
• Maintain clear and organized QA documentation and test reports.

Skills

Manual testing

SDLC

Agile/Scrum

SQL basics

Jira

Postman

API testing

Regression testing

Test case design

QA documentation

Tools

Jira

Postman

Job description

We are hiring a Junior Software QA Engineer on behalf of our client. This is a fully remote, paid position for motivated individuals looking to build their careers in Software Quality Assurance and Software Testing.

The successful candidate will work closely with developers and product managers to test web and mobile applications, identify and document software defects, and help ensure the delivery of high-quality, reliable products.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manual, functional, and regression testing for web and mobile applications.
• Review business and technical requirements and translate them into detailed test cases and test scenarios.
• Plan and execute test cases and accurately document testing results.
• Identify, document, prioritize, and track software defects using issue-tracking tools.
• Perform regression testing to ensure new updates and fixes do not negatively impact existing functionality.
• Re-test resolved defects and verify that issues have been successfully fixed.
• Collaborate closely with developers and product managers to investigate, reproduce, and resolve software issues.
• Perform exploratory and usability testing when required.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies and contribute to QA activities throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Contribute to improving QA processes, test documentation, and overall product quality.
• Assist in identifying potential quality risks and areas that require additional testing.
• Maintain clear and organized QA documentation and test reports.

Technical & Professional Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in software testing or QA is preferred.
• Good knowledge of software testing methodologies and QA principles.
• Solid understanding of manual testing and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Experience creating and executing test cases and test scenarios.
• Experience with defect reporting and issue-tracking tools such as Jira or similar platforms.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of SQL and databases.
• Good understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Familiarity with testing web and mobile applications.
• Basic knowledge of API testing and tools such as Postman is a plus.
• Ability to analyze requirements and identify potential edge cases and testing scenarios.
• Familiarity with regression, exploratory, functional, and usability testing.