Test Engineer US

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and quality-focused Test Engineer to design, execute, and improve testing processes that ensure software products meet functional, technical, and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving skills, hands-on testing experience, and the ability to work closely with development and product teams throughout the software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scenarios.
• Analyze requirements, user stories, and technical specifications to identify testing needs.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, system, usability, exploratory, and performance testing.
• Execute manual and automated tests to validate software functionality and reliability.
• Identify, reproduce, document, and track software defects.
• Provide detailed defect reports including reproduction steps, expected results, actual results, and supporting evidence.
• Retest resolved defects and perform regression testing after software changes.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts and testing frameworks when applicable.
• Perform API, database, cross-browser, cross-platform, and device testing as required.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to investigate and resolve issues.
• Participate in release testing and deployment validation activities.
• Monitor test results and communicate quality risks, issues, and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate documentation of testing activities, results, and defects.
• Identify opportunities to improve testing processes, automation coverage, tools, and overall product quality.
• Support continuous improvement of QA standards and testing methodologies.

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and quality assurance principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience creating and executing manual test cases.
• Knowledge of automated testing concepts and frameworks.
• Ability to identify, reproduce, prioritize, and clearly document software defects.
• Familiarity with bug tracking and test management tools such as Jira, TestRail, Azure DevOps, or similar.
• Knowledge of API testing and tools such as Postman or similar platforms.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of SQL and database testing.
• Understanding of Agile and Scrum development methodologies.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to software quality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical issues clearly and effectively.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Test Engineer, QA Engineer, Software Tester, or similar role.
• Hands-on experience with software testing and defect management.
• Experience creating and maintaining test cases, test plans, and testing documentation.
• Experience testing web, mobile, desktop, API, or other software applications.
• Experience performing functional and regression testing.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools and frameworks.
• Experience using defect tracking and test management platforms.
• Understanding of software development and release processes.
• Ability to analyze requirements and translate them into effective testing strategies.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple testing activities while meeting deadlines.
• Reliable internet connection and a suitable setup for remote work.
• Professional, proactive, dependable, and quality-focused attitude.
• English proficiency is required if the position involves working with English-speaking teams or technical documentation.