Software QA Engineer

Info-communications Media Development Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Info-communications Media Development Authority in Singapore is looking for a skilled QA Engineer who can align quality assurance with DevOps practices. You will design and execute test plans, develop automated testing frameworks, and collaborate with development teams to integrate quality throughout the software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of QA experience, strong proficiency in programming languages, and effective communication skills. This role is crucial for fostering a culture of reliability and excellence across teams.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a QA Engineer with a strong interest in DevOps.
• Experience with performance testing tools and methodologies.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with development and engineering teams to ensure software quality.
• Design and execute comprehensive test plans and cases.
• Develop automated testing frameworks for thorough coverage.
• Participate in incident reviews and root cause analyses.
• Integrate quality practices into the software development lifecycle.
• Promote quality culture across teams.

Skills

Proficiency in programming/scripting languages

Experience with QA testing methodologies

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Jest

Pytest

Playwright

Selenium

Job description

What the role is

At IMDA, we recognize the vital role that Quality Assurance (QA) plays in ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products. We are seeking a skilled QA Engineer with a keen interest in DevOps to join our forward-thinking team. This role bridges the gap between quality and reliability, contributing to the seamless functioning of our systems.

What to expect

• Collaborate closely with development and platform engineering teams to ensure the reliability and quality of our software applications.
• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases that encompass functional and non-functional requirements.
• Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks and scripts to ensure thorough testing coverage, including performance and resilience testing.
• Participate in incident reviews, root cause analyses, and post-mortem discussions to identify and address quality and reliability concerns.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless integration of quality practices into the software development lifecycle.
• Champion a culture of quality and reliability across teams, sharing knowledge and promoting best practices.
• Contribute to strengthen DevOps methodologies, processes, and best practices within the organization.

How to succeed

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 3-5 years of work experience as a QA Engineer and software testing, with a strong interest and understanding of DevOps.
• Proficiency in one or more programming/scripting languages (python, nodejs, etc.).
• Experience with QA testing methodologies, tools, and frameworks (jest, pytest, playwright, Selenium, etc.).
• Experience with performance testing tools and methodologies.
• Experience with software development lifecycles, CI/CD and agile methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, comfortable to work cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of cloud platform is a plus.