Role & seniority: QA Analyst (mid-level, 2+ years in software testing)

Stack/tools: manual and basic automated testing; JIRA; TestRail; automated tools such as Selenium, Cypress, Postman, or Maestro (plus API testing exposure); Agile/SDLC awareness; familiarity with CI/CD workflows a plus

Top 3 responsibilities

Execute manual test plans, test cases, and scripts for frontend and backend; perform functional, smoke, regression, and exploratory testing across mobile and web
Identify, document, and track defects; validate fixes and assess regression impact before releases; maintain test results and coverage reports
Collaborate with developers, QA engineers, and product managers; contribute to test data setup, expand test automation coverage, and participate in Agile ceremonies

Must-have skills

2+ years in software testing/QA or related field; strong attention to detail and documentation
Experience with bug tracking tools (JIRA, TestRail); solid understanding of QA methodologies, SDLC, and Agile
Effective communication and collaboration with engineering and product teams; ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Nice-to-haves

Experience with API testing; background in crypto/fintech; exposure to CI/CD QA workflows
Familiarity with automation concepts and basic automation tooling
Location & work type: United States, remote-based position (fully remote)

Full Description

About the Organization

The organization is a licensed and regulated U.S. crypto platform providing secure access to over 190 popular cryptocurrencies with competitive fees. The team operates remotely and focuses on bridging traditional finance and Web3 technologies to enhance financial freedom.

About the Opportunity

The QA Analyst supports the Engineering team by executing manual and automated tests, documenting defects, and validating fixes to ensure product quality and stability. The role involves test case development, regression testing, and collaborating with developers and QA engineers in a fast-paced fintech environment.

Responsibilities

Execute manual test plans, test cases, and scripts for frontend and backend systems
Perform functional, smoke, regression, and exploratory testing on mobile and web platforms
Identify, document, and track defects using tools like JIRA or TestRail
Run automated test scripts and analyze outputs for defects or inconsistencies
Collaborate with QA Engineers to expand test automation coverage
Assist in test data setup and validate test environments
Validate bug fixes and assess regression impact before releases
Work with developers and product managers to clarify requirements and expected behaviors
Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, and QA reviews
Maintain documentation of test results and report on test coverage and defect trends

Requirements

2+ years of experience in software testing, QA, or software development
Familiarity with manual and basic automated testing techniques
Experience with bug tracking tools such as JIRA and TestRail
Exposure to automation tools like Selenium, Cypress, Postman, or Maestro is a plus
Understanding of SDLC, QA methodologies, and Agile development practices
Strong attention to detail with analytical and documentation skills
Effective communication and collaboration skills with engineering and product teams
Ability to prioritize and manage time in a fast-paced environment
Preferred: experience with API testing or background in crypto/fintech sectors

QA Analyst