Manual Tester

Apexon; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance with Dental & Vision

Continuous Skill Based Development and

Job summary

Apexon is seeking a Manual Tester in Austin, Texas to join onsite QA efforts. The role emphasizes hands-on testing, test case development, and defect management within Agile cycles, including API, database, and batch processing validation.

Strong communication and collaboration with clients and teams are essential. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of hands-on testing experience, proficiency with SQL and Oracle-like databases, and a background in testing Integrated Eligibility projects is a

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on development experience with recent hands-on testing.
• Proficiency in writing test cases based on User Stories and Epics.
• Expertise with defect management tools including ALM.
• Experience with Sprint and Regression testing in Agile environments.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to write SQL beyond basic data access.
• Experience with API testing using REST and SOAP.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute test scripts.
• Produce required testing and project documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and discussions.
• Perform Sprint and Regression testing in an Agile environment.
• Analyze User Stories and Epics to develop test scenarios and cases.

Skills

Test case development

Defect management tools

AGILE testing

API testing

SQL

JIRA

Linux/Unix

Batch processing

Relational databases

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ALM

JIRA plugins

Job description

Apexon is a digital first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human centric digital experiences. We have been meeting customers wherever they are in the digital lifecycle and helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation.

Apexon brings together distinct core competencies in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering, and UX, along with deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences, helping businesses capitalize on the unlimited opportunities digital offers.

Our reputation is built on a comprehensive suite of engineering services, a dedication to solving clients’ toughest technology problems, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon has a global presence across four continents.

We are hiring for a Manual Tester opportunity.

Role: Manual Tester

Location: Austin, TX 78701

Position: 1

Work Arrangement: Onsite, all working days

Location Requirement: Candidates must have an Austin area home address at least 7 days prior to the start date.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Manual Tester with a minimum of 5 years of hands‑on development experience and recent hands‑on testing experience. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in test case development, defect management, Agile testing, API testing, Linux/Unix batch processing, file validation, relational databases, and SQL. Experience with Integrated Eligibility projects is preferred.

Required Skills

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on development experience with recent hands‑on testing experience.
• Proficiency in writing test cases based on User Stories (US) and Epics.
• Expertise with defect management tools including ALM.
• Experience with testing levels including Sprint and Regression testing in Agile environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to break down complex systems using User Story and Epic documentation.
• Experience with API testing using REST and SOAP.
• Experience using JIRA or JIRA plugins for defect tracking.
• Experience running batch jobs in Linux/Unix environments using PuTTY.
• Hands‑on experience mocking inbound files based on Storyboards.
• Hands‑on experience with relational databases such as Oracle or similar.
• Strong understanding of database principles and ability to write SQL beyond basic data access.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and professional skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with clients and teams.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and a self‑driven, detail‑oriented approach.

Preferred Skills

• Functional experience working on Integrated Eligibility projects.
• Knowledge of SDLC processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and execute test scripts.
• Produce required testing and project documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and discussions.
• Perform Sprint and Regression testing in an Agile environment.
• Analyze User Stories and Epics to develop appropriate test scenarios and test cases.
• Execute API, database, batch, and file‑based testing as required.
• Testing and project documentation

Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Did you know that Apexon has been Certified by Great Place To Work, the global authority on workplace culture, in each of the four regions in which it operates: USA for the seventh time in 2026, India for the tenth consecutive time in 2026, the UK for the fourth time in 2026, and Mexico for the second time in 2026. Apexon is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and promoting diversity in the workplace. We take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals. Apexon strictly prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to gender, race, color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. You can read about our Job Applicant Privacy policy here: Job Applicant Privacy Policy on apexon.com.

Our Commitment to Environment

Actively contribute to Apexon's commitment to environmental responsibility by following sustainable practices and supporting ESG initiatives.

Our Perks and Benefits

Our benefits and rewards program has been thoughtfully designed to recognize your skills and contributions, elevate your learning experience, and provide care and support for you and your loved ones.

We also offer:

• Health Insurance with Dental & Vision
• Continuous Skill Based Development and Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Location :

Austin, Texas, United States