Manual QA Engineer

Bachelor’s degree
Proven experience in manual QA testing, preferably in a fast-paced agile environment
Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and best practices
Experience with cross-platform testing (desktop and mobile)
Ability to create clear and comprehensive test cases and bug reports
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Understanding of web and mobile technologies
Experience with bug tracking systems such as JIRA
A passion for delivering high-quality software and a strong user focus

Actively participate in product meetings, sprint planning, and daily stand-ups to understand requirements and provide QA input early in the development lifecycle
Collaborate closely with product managers and engineers to clarify requirements and ensure testability
Perform ad-hoc testing of features during development to provide immediate feedback to engineers
Execute thorough manual testing of new features in QA branches with code freeze, ensuring they meet functional and non-functional requirements
Develop comprehensive and well-structured test cases based on product requirements and user stories
Execute test cases and document results with precision
Conduct thorough testing across multiple browsers and operating systems (desktop and mobile), identifying and addressing platform-specific issues
Assess application performance and identify potential bottlenecks
Evaluate the user experience, providing feedback on usability and accessibility
Identify, document, and track defects using a bug tracking system (e.g., Jira)
Write clear, concise, and reproducible bug reports, including detailed steps, screenshots, and relevant logs
Work with engineers to ensure bugs are resolved in a timely manner
Champion quality throughout the development process
Proactively identify areas for improvement in testing processes and methodologies

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is a plus
Experience with performance testing tools
Basic understanding of automation testing concepts
Experience in a company that operates at scale