Software Engineer - Quality Assurance

Job Description
We are seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer in Quality Assurance (QA) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for ensuring the quality and reliability of software products through rigorous testing and validation processes. As a Software Engineer - QA, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our software meets the highest standards of excellence and reliability

Responsibilities:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements and design comprehensive test plans and strategies.
Develop and execute automated test scripts to verify software functionality, performance, and scalability.
Perform manual testing as needed, including exploratory testing, regression testing, and usability testing.
Identify and report defects, track their resolution, and verify fixes to ensure quality deliverables.
Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Participate in code reviews, providing feedback to developers on code quality and testability.
Work closely with developers to reproduce and troubleshoot issues in a timely manner.
Contribute to the creation and maintenance of test documentation, including test cases, test scripts, and test reports.
Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends in software testing and quality assurance.
Requirements:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
Proven experience as a Software Engineer in Quality Assurance or a similar role.
Strong knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
Hands-on experience with automated testing tools and frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, TestNG).
Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript.
Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., Jira, TestRail, Bugzilla).
Solid understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and web application architectures.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Self-motivated, with a passion for learning and continuous improvement.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
Knowledge of API testing tools and techniques (e.g., Postman, REST Assured).
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
ISTQB or similar software testing certifications.