A QA & Testing Engineer is responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of software applications before they are released to end users. The role involves designing and executing test cases, identifying bugs, reporting issues, and collaborating with developers to resolve defects. The engineer performs various types of testing such as functional, regression, integration, system, and user acceptance testing. They also help improve software quality by analyzing requirements, creating test plans, and ensuring that applications meet business and technical standards. The role requires strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to identifying potential issues early in the development lifecycle. QA professionals play a key role in delivering stable, secure, and high-performing software products.

Skills Required:

• Strong understanding of software testing lifecycle (STLC) and software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Knowledge of manual testing techniques and test case design
• Experience with automation testing tools like Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright (preferred)
• Familiarity with bug tracking tools such as JIRA, Bugzilla, or Azure DevOps
• Understanding of API testing tools like Postman or SoapUI
• Basic knowledge of programming/scripting languages (Java, Python, or JavaScript is a plus)
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and ability to identify edge cases
• Understanding of database testing using SQL basics
• Strong communication and teamwork skills