Remote QA Software Tester

Naukri Mitra; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equipment stipend

Paid vacation

Mental wellness days

Certification budget

Job summary

Naukri Mitra is seeking a Remote QA Software Tester to ensure software quality across web and mobile platforms. You will design tests, document results, and collaborate with product teams in an agile, fully remote environment.

The role emphasizes automated and manual testing, detailed bug reporting, and proactive quality improvements. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience and be comfortable with JavaScript or Python automation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of QA testing experience in a remote setup.
• Proficient in QA methodologies, tools, and structured processes.
• Experience drafting clear test plans and documentation.
• Comfort with automation scripting in JavaScript, Python, or similar.
• Keen analytical skills and attention to edge cases.

Responsibilities

• Review system specs and product requirements to design tests.
• Collaborate with developers and product teams to align features and tests.
• Develop detailed, comprehensive test cases and execute tests.
• Document test results, bugs, and provide actionable reports.
• Participate in sprint ceremonies and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

QA methodologies

Remote testing

Test case design

Automation scripting

Bug reporting

Education

ISTQB certification

Tools

Jira

Postman

Selenium

Cypress

BrowserStack

Slack

Zoom

Notion

Job description

Remote QA Software Tester

Are you meticulous about software quality and passionate about ensuring seamless user experiences? We are looking for a Remote QA Software Tester who thrives in an agile development environment and is driven to elevate product standards. If you're ready to contribute to high-performance digital products from the comfort of your own space, this role was crafted for you.

Key Responsibilities and Testing Scope

As a QA Software Tester, you will hold a key position in ensuring the performance and reliability of digital platforms. Your ability to identify, replicate, and document software issues will directly impact the quality of every release.

Core Duties

• Review and analyze system specifications and product requirements
• Collaborate with developers and product teams to clarify features and ensure test alignment
• Design detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test cases
• Execute functional, regression, and exploratory tests for web and mobile platforms
• Document test cases, test results, and detailed bug reports
• Suggest process improvements and raise usability concerns proactively
• Participate in sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives

Types of Testing Performed

• Functional and Regression Testing – Ensure feature functionality across updates and deployments
• Performance and Load Testing – Simulate high user traffic to assess system resilience
• API and Automation Testing – Validate API endpoints and automate repetitive tests
• Accessibility and Compatibility Check – Check accessibility compliance and device/browser compatibility

Work Environment and Team Collaboration

Fully remote team spanning multiple time zones. Emphasis on asynchronous communication and proactive ownership. Biweekly retrospectives and regular feedback sessions. Day-to-day experience: Supportive, fast-paced work culture. Flexible scheduling within sprint frameworks. Data-informed decision-making with quality at the forefront.

Tools and Technology Stack

• Jira for sprint management and bug tracking
• Postman for API validation workflows
• Selenium and Cypress for test automation
• BrowserStack for device and browser coverage
• Slack, Zoom, and Notion for distributed collaboration

Candidate Profile and Experience Requirements

• 2+ years of experience as a QA Tester or similar role in a remote testing setup
• Proficiency in QA methodologies, tools, and structured processes
• Experience in drafting clear and detailed test plans and documentation
• Comfort with automation scripting in JavaScript, Python, or similar
• Keen analytical skills and attention to edge cases

Preferred Credentials

• ISTQB or equivalent QA certification
• Familiarity with CI/CD integration
• Experience using performance testing tools like JMeter

Professional Impact and Development Opportunities

Contribution to Product Quality: Drive stability and quality through rigorous testing. Shape new feature rollouts through QA insights. Enhance user experiences by proactively identifying usability issues.

Career Trajectory Opportunity

Opportunity to specialize in test automation. Grow into a mentoring role within the QA team. Gain exposure to performance engineering and DevOps practices.

Compensation and Role Benefits

Salary and Financial Incentives

Annual Salary: $89,334

Employment Benefits

Fully remote setup with equipment stipend. Paid vacation, mental wellness days. Yearly budget for skill-building and certifications. Transparent bonus structure linked to performance goals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a full-time role? Yes, this is a full-time remote opportunity with a flexible schedule.

Do I need to reside in a specific time zone? Candidates must be available for 3–4 hours of overlap with EST or PST time zones.

Is there a trial or probationary period? Yes, a 90-day probation with complete access to training and tools.

What can I expect from the hiring process? You’ll review an initial screen, a hands‑on QA challenge, and a final round with team leaders.

Building a Global Workforce: Applications are open to professionals from the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, European Union, Australia, India, and many other international regions.