Senior QA Analyst - software testing

2 Hours ago β€’ 3 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior QA Analyst will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of software quality through manual and basic automation testing. Key responsibilities include executing test cases, performing exploratory testing, reporting defects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role involves creating and maintaining test documentation, participating in scrum meetings, and providing feedback to improve product quality and testing processes. The candidate should have proven experience in manual testing and quality assurance. The role provides exposure to both manual testing and automation practices.
Must have:
  • 3+ years of experience in manual testing
  • Familiarity with basic automation tools
  • Understanding of software testing methodologies
  • Experience in writing test cases and plans
  • Ability to document and prioritize defects
  • Good understanding of version control
  • Strong problem-solving and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills
Good to have:
  • Familiarity with CI/CD processes
  • Experience with version control tools such as Git
  • Knowledge of SQL for database testing
  • Experience in Agile development
Perks:
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunities for growth and development
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment
  • Exposure to both manual testing and automation practices

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced QA Tester with expertise in manual testing and a basic understanding of automation to help ensure our software products meet the highest standards of quality. The ideal candidate will have experience in manual testing, be detail-oriented, and have the ability to adapt to new testing methodologies, including automation frameworks.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manual Testing:
    • Execute functional, regression, and integration tests based on test cases and test plans.
    • Perform exploratory testing to identify potential defects and usability issues.
    • Report and document defects, and track their resolution.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (developers, product managers, etc.) to understand requirements and ensure comprehensive test coverage.
    • Perform sanity checks and ensure the software meets user expectations and business requirements.
  • Basic Automation:
    • Assist in the creation and maintenance of automated test scripts for regression testing using basic automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, etc.).
    • Understand and execute automation scripts to improve test efficiency.
    • Collaborate with the automation team to improve automation practices and integrate automated tests into the CI/CD pipeline.
  • Test Documentation:
    • Create and maintain detailed test cases, test plans, and test reports.
    • Work closely with stakeholders to ensure proper test case coverage for user stories, epics, and features.
  • Collaboration and Communication:
    • Actively participate in scrum meetings, sprint planning, and retrospective sessions.
    • Work with developers to identify and resolve issues during all stages of the software development lifecycle.
    • Provide timely feedback and recommendations to improve the product quality and testing processes.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience (3+ years) in manual testing and quality assurance.
  • Familiarity with basic automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or similar.
  • Strong understanding of software testing methodologies, life cycle, and best practices.
  • Experience with writing and executing detailed test cases and test plans.
  • Ability to identify, document, and prioritize defects, along with working in a defect management system (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).
  • Good understanding of version control and test environment management.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes.
  • Experience with version control tools such as Git.
  • Knowledge of SQL for basic database testing.
  • Experience in Agile development environments.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for growth and development.
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment.
  • Exposure to both manual testing and automation practices.

Location:

Chennai

Brand:

Paragon

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

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About The Company

For over 120 years, innovation has been a core tenet of our offering – exploring new ways to reach, engage and nurture relationships with audiences. Together we drive a multiplier effect for clients at a global scale, through the development of Integrated Growth Solutions that are underpinned by our promise to clients: innovating to impact. Read MoreBe a force for good. Sustainability is a vital part of our business and an important area of focus for our clients. We’re leading the way – helping to build a more sustainable planet. Dream loud. In this moment of transformation, we need our people to be fearless, embracing change and ambiguity, driven by the love for their work and excitement for the future. Team without limits. We create opportunities for connection and collaboration between our colleagues and clients, building a sense of belonging and having some fun along the way.

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