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Job Description - QA EngineerAbout The Company

Tact is a forward-thinking technology company dedicated to transforming the way businesses leverage data for growth. With a strong emphasis on innovation and quality, Tact specializes in developing advanced data platforms that integrate cutting-edge technologies such as data science, machine learning, and Generative AI (GenAI). Serving a diverse portfolio of over 200 global brands, Tact has established itself as a leader in delivering scalable, reliable, and intelligent solutions that enable clients to make data-driven decisions with confidence. The company's culture is rooted in collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to excellence, making it an ideal environment for professionals who are passionate about technology and quality assurance.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated QA Engineer to join our dynamic team at Tact. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing organization that values quality as a fundamental aspect of every process. As a QA Engineer, you will be instrumental in shaping the quality standards of our innovative products, ensuring the reliability and performance of complex systems that include data pipelines, machine learning models, and GenAI-powered applications. The position is hybrid, based in West London, offering flexibility to work both remotely and on-site. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including developers, data scientists, and product managers to embed quality practices into the development lifecycle, embracing shift-left testing principles and test-driven development (TDD). This is an automation-centric role that provides exposure to modern CI/CD pipelines, cloud environments, and complex testing scenarios, making it ideal for professionals eager to expand their expertise in cutting-edge technologies.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background with experience in automation testing and a passion for quality assurance. Key qualifications include

Proficiency in Python programming language Experience testing GenAI or machine learning systems Knowledge of TDD (Test-Driven Development) and shift-left testing methodologies Ability to implement and maintain automation frameworks Familiarity with complex design testing patterns and strategies Hands-on experience with modern CI/CD tools and cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP Strong communication skills and experience working within cross-functional teams Understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies

Responsibilities

The QA Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality standards across all products and systems. Specific responsibilities include

Designing, developing, and maintaining automated test scripts and frameworks Collaborating with development and data science teams to integrate testing early in the development process Executing manual and automated tests to validate functionality, performance, and security Identifying, documenting, and tracking bugs and issues, providing clear and actionable feedback Participating in design reviews to ensure testability and quality considerations are incorporated from the outset Implementing best practices for CI/CD pipelines to facilitate continuous testing and deployment Monitoring test results, analyzing failures, and recommending improvements to processes and tools Staying up-to-date with emerging testing tools and industry trends to continuously enhance testing strategies