
QA Engineer (Manual Focus WITH_REPLACED Automation Ambition) - REMOTE
Uplers • India
Role & seniority: QA Engineer, 2–3 years exp (mid-level)
Stack/tools
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Manual testing, Automation testing
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Languages: Java, JavaScript, Python
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Automation/QA: Cypress, Playwright, Selenium (nice to have)
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API testing: Postman
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Database: SQL
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Defect tracking: JIRA
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CI/CD basics (nice to have), Git (nice to have)
Top 3 responsibilities
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Design, execute, and maintain manual test cases; conduct functional, system, integration, and regression testing
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Contribute to test automation efforts: execute existing suites and assist in creating basic automation scripts
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Defect management: identify, document, track defects; collaborate with developers to reproduce and verify fixes; participate in Agile ceremonies
Must-have skills
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2–3 years of dedicated manual testing experience; solid SDLC/STLC in Agile/Scrum
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Willingness to learn scripting (Python/JavaScript/Java) and basic automation concepts
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Working SQL for data validation and API testing familiarity (Postman)
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Proficiency with a defect-tracking tool (e.g., JIRA)
Nice-to-haves
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Direct experience with Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright
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Git and CI/CD exposure (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI)
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Testing on Web and Mobile platforms
Location & work type
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Remote, full-time permanent
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Shift: IST (GMT+05:30)
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Payroll/compliance managed by a Series A California-based software company
Full Description
Experience: 2.00 + years
Salary: INR 1400000-1600000 / year (based on experience)
Expected Notice Period: 7 Days
Shift: (GMT+05:30) Asia/Kolkata (IST)
Opportunity Type: Remote
Placement Type: Full Time Permanent position(Payroll and Compliance to be managed by: A Series A funded California based Software Development Company)
*(Note: This is a requirement for one of Uplers' client - A Series A funded California based Software Development Company)
What do you need for this opportunity?
Must have skills required
Cypress, or Playwright., Selenium, Manual Testing, Automation Testing, Java, JavaScript, Python
A Series A funded California based Software Development Company is Looking for
The Role
As a QA Engineer WITH_REPLACED 2–3 years of experience, you will be a core member of an Agile development team, responsible for the end-to-end quality of our features. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, a passion for finding critical defects, and the ability to work closely WITH_REPLACED Product and Development teams. Crucially, you will be expected to quickly learn and contribute to test automation efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Test Design & Execution
Analyze product requirements and user stories to develop, execute, and maintain comprehensive manual test cases and test scenarios. Perform thorough Functional, System, Integration, and Regression testing on our web and mobile applications. Conduct Exploratory Testing to identify unexpected defects and usability issues, simulating real-world user behavior.
Automation Contribution (New!)
Execute existing automation test suites and analyze results to identify failures that require debugging or defect reporting. Assist in the creation and maintenance of basic automation scripts for regression tests under the guidance of Senior SDETs.
Defect Management
Identify, document, and meticulously track defects (bugs) using our bug tracking system (JIRA or equivalent). Collaborate WITH_REPLACED developers to reproduce and validate fixes in a timely manner.
Process & Technical Validation
Perform basic API testing using tools like Postman to validate data inputs and outputs between services. Write and execute simple SQL queries to perform back-end data validation and check database integrity. Actively participate in all Agile ceremonies.
Work Sharing
As QA Engineer primary work responsibilities is focused towards release activities from the date of joining till experienced enough to handle automation and manual in parallel. Ideally will be working on functional testing for at least 8-12months after onboarding.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 2 to 3 years of dedicated experience in manual software testing.
Methodology: Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), particularly within an Agile/Scrum environment.
Automation Aptitude (New!)
Demonstrated willingness and capacity to learn a scripting language quickly (e.g., Python, JavaScript, or Java). Basic familiarity WITH_REPLACED Test Automation concepts and their importance in a CI/CD pipeline.
Technical Foundation
Working knowledge of SQL for database queries. Proficiency WITH_REPLACED API testing concepts and tools like Postman.
Tools
Proficiency WITH_REPLACED at least one Bug Tracking/Defect Management tool (e.g., JIRA).
Soft Skills
Exceptional attention to detail, proactive approach to quality, and excellent written and verbal communication.
Nice-to-Have Skills (Preferred)
Direct exposure to test automation framework tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright. Familiarity WITH_REPLACED Git for version control. Experience in using CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI) to trigger and monitor automated tests. Experience testing on both Web and Mobile platforms.
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About Uplers
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