Functional Testing Engineer, Video Intelligence

NCS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NCS in Singapore is seeking a Functional Testing Engineer to ensure quality and reliability of video analytics and video management platforms. You will validate features, review designs, create test cases, and analyze results within the SDLC.

The role requires proficiency in Java or Python, knowledge of QA methodologies, white-box and black-box testing, and automation tools. Collaboration with development and product teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with Java or Python and QA methodologies.
• Hands-on testing in white-box and black-box approaches.
• Experience with automated testing tools in distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Define test strategy and plan for software projects.
• Mentor junior QA engineers and manage testing resources.
• Execute test plans, track defects, and report results.
• Collaborate with product and development teams on interfaces and requirements.
• Develop test tools and automation scripts to support testing.

Skills

Java

Python

QA methodologies

White-box testing

Black-box testing

Automation testing

Docker

Kubernetes

Linux

Cloud platforms

Tools

Selenium

Job description

• Full-time
• Department: Others

Company Description

NCS is a leading AI Tech Services company. With a 15,000-strong team across the Asia Pacific, NCS scales its platforms and capabilities to provide clients with greater agility and AI expertise across a range of Industries. Embracing a strong ecosystem of global partners, NCS transforms technology services delivery combining AI with digital resilience to drive real business impact. NCS is a subsidiary of the Singtel Group.

Job Description

The Functional Testing Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and functional accuracy of the organization’s software platforms, particularly systems related to video analytics and video management. The role focuses on validating that software features and system integrations meet defined requirements through structured functional testing, test planning, and defect analysis across the software development lifecycle.
Working closely with development and product teams, the engineer reviews system designs, develops and executes test cases, and analyzes test results to identify issues and improve product quality. The role requires a solid understanding of software QA methodologies, experience with both white-box and black-box testing, and the ability to use programming or scripting languages (such as Java or Python) and SQL to support test execution, data validation, and troubleshooting of system behaviour.

Responsibilities | CORE

• Mentor the Junior QA engineers and efficiently manage the resources to support the projects and ensure the quality delivery
• Define test strategy and test plan based on software development plan for the projects
• Oversees and actively participates in test execution and the development of testing artefacts, including: performance test requirements, defect tracking and reporting, performance test plans, cases, scripts, reports, etc. for assigned projects
• Consult with product development to evaluate system interfaces, operational requirements, and performance requirements of overall system
• Define test methods and create test plans for new or updated software projects to determine if the software will perform accurately and reliably according to documented requirements as well as established standards under both normal and abnormal conditions
• Recommend design improvements or corrections to engineers throughout the development process
• Maintain effective communication with the project software engineers on project limitation, capability, performance requirement and hardware interface changes
• Monitor program performance after implementation to prevent reoccurrence of program operating problems and ensure efficiency of operation
• Formulate and design software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcome and consequences of design
• Create test tools that facilitate data gathering and test method execution
  Python & Bash Scripting: Write and maintain Python, Bash script or PowerShell script for automation, deployments, and troubleshooting.
• Troubleshooting & Monitoring: Proactively monitor systems, perform root cause analysis, and ensure the reliability of the platform.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other teams to collaborate on any tasks when required.

Qualifications

• Familiar with at least one programming language, like Java, Python…
• Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools and processes
• Hands-on experience with both white box and black box testing
• Hands on experience with automated testing tools
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience in microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration using Kubernetes.
• Utilize basic knowledge of Linux Based OS to manage servers, deployment environments, and perform necessary scripting.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Strong skills in troubleshooting and root cause analysis within distributed systems.

Nice-to-Have:

• Basic knowledge of AI concepts and video analytics technologies like OpenCV or FFmpeg.
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process
• Experience with performance and/or security testing is plus
• Experience working in a multinational corporation or worldwide enterprise
• Experience to use selenium testing framework
• Self-motivated
• Fluent in English writing and speaking

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional team environment.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to deliver high-quality work.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong time management, willingness to learn new technologies

Additional Information

We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.

Together, we make the extraordinary happen.

Learn more about us at ncs.co and visit our LinkedIn career site.