We are looking for a QA Engineer with strong expertise in Manual Testing of Desktop and Web Applications. The ideal candidate will be responsible for validating application functionality, ensuring software quality, executing test cases, identifying defects, and working closely with development and business teams throughout the software development lifecycle. The role requires strong analytical skills, hands-on testing experience, and a solid understanding of Agile methodologies.
Job Responsibilities
- Analyze business requirements, user stories, and technical specifications to create effective test scenarios and test cases.
- Perform Functional, Regression, Smoke, and End-to-End testing for desktop and web applications.
- Execute test cases, validate results, and document defects using Jira or similar defect tracking tool
- Perform API testing using Postman, Swagger, or similar tools.
- Validate application data using SQL queries and database testing techniques.
- Work closely with developers, business analysts, and product teams to ensure quality deliverables.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming sessions.
- Track, report, and verify defect fixes through the complete defect lifecycle.
- Support UAT activities and production validation testing.
- Contribute to test planning, test documentation, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
Skills & Experience
- 2 to 5 years of experience in Manual Testing for Desktop and Web Applications.
- Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).
- Hands-on experience in test case design, test execution, defect tracking, and reporting.
- Experience using Jira or similar test management and defect tracking tools.
- Strong experience in Functional Testing, Regression Testing, and Smoke Testing.
- Knowledge of API Testing using Postman, Swagger, or equivalent tools.
- Good knowledge of SQL for data validation and backend testing.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Good understanding of Agile methodology and Scrum framework.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
- Familiarity with Playwright automation testing tool.
- Programming or scripting experience in JavaScript or Python.
- Exposure to automation testing frameworks and CI/CD processes.
- Understanding of modern QA practices and test automation concepts.
- Experience working in Agile product development environments
Company Profile
We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what’s next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 12 of the 30 most innovative global companies, 60% of the largest banks in the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.
Our disruptor’s mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum by reporting $1,409.1M revenue in FY25, delivering 18.8% Y-o-Y growth. Our 23,900+ global team members, located in 19 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We are also pleased to share that Persistent won in four categories at the prestigious 2024 ISG Star of Excellence™ Awards, including the Overall Award based on the voice of the customer. We were included in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index, setting high standards in sustainability and corporate responsibility.
