Manual QA Engineer

About PayPay

PayPay is a FinTech company that has grown to over 66M (as of October 2024) users since its launch in 2018. Our team is hugely diverse with members from over 50 different countries.

OUR VISION IS UNLIMITED_

We dare to believe that we do not need a clear vision to create a future beyond our imagination. PayPay will always stay true to our roots and realize a vision (future) that no one else can imagine by constantly taking risks and challenging ourselves. With this mindset, you will be presented with new and exciting opportunities on a daily basis and have the opportunity to grow and reach new dimensions that you could never have imagined. We are looking for people who can embrace this challenge, refresh the product at breakneck speed and promote PayPay with professionalism and passion.
※ Please note that you cannot apply or be selected in parallel with PayPay Corporation, PayPay Card Corporation and PayPay Securities Corporation.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

• Execute functional and non-functional manual test cases across multiple environments.
• Collect, organize and analyze test results to ensure thorough reporting of QA activities.
• Prepare and manage test data, tools, and test environments required for execution.
• Log, track and verify defects; ensure accurate documentation and timely closure.
• Design and review manual test cases based on specifications, and business requirements, collaborating closely with stakeholders. Be able to maintain and update test cases including manual and automation.
• Maintain and update test documentation, ensuring coverage for both new features and regression testing.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for designated modules, supporting QA testers and assisting team members with domain knowledge.
• Provide support and guidance to junior QA engineers, including onboarding and training.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by updating testing guidelines and processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a QA Engineer or QA Lead with a focus on manual testing.
• Strong ability to analyze technical requirements, design test strategies, and create detailed test cases.
• Solid understanding of QA methodologies and tools such as TestLink, TestRail, QA Symphony or similar.
• Familiarity with defect tracking systems and test lifecycle processes.
• Basic knowledge or exposure to API testing with tools like Postman.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, team-oriented mindset, and ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in mobile application testing (Android and iOS).
• Proficiency with JIRA and Confluence for issue tracking and documentation.
• Basic understanding of one programming language (for test case design or scripting, PR Review).
• Exposure to web, mobile, and API automation is a plus (even if primary focus is manual testing)
• ISTQB or equivalent QA certification.
• Experience working in Agile or fast-paced environments.
• Familiarity with the financial or payments domain is highly desirable.
• Experience in proposing and standardizing QA processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

PayPay 5 senses

• Please refer PayPay 5 senses to learn what we value at work.

Working Conditions 

Employment Status

• Full Time

Office Location

• WFA(Work From Anywhere at Anytime)  
• Remote Job 
• You can live anywhere in Japan 

Work Hours

• Super Flex Time (No Core Time)
• In principle, 9:00am-5:45pm (actual working hours: 7h45m + 1h break)

Holidays

• Every Sat/Sun/National holidays (In Japan)/New Year's break/Company-designated Special days

Paid leave

• Annual leave (up to 14 days in the first year, granted proportionally according to the month of employment. Can be used from the date of hire)
• Personal leave (5 days each year, granted proportionally according to the month of employment）
  ※ PayPay's own special paid leave system, which can be used to attend to illnesses, injuries, hospital visits, etc., of the employee, family members, pets, etc.

Salary

• Annual salary paid in 12 installments (monthly)
• Based on skills, experience, and abilities
• Reviewed once a year
• Special Incentive once a year *Based on company performance and individual contribution and evaluation
• Late overtime allowance
  

  ※ Payroll payment can be changed to digital salary payment “PayPay Paycheck” for an amount set by you

Benefits

• Social Insurance (health insurance, employee pension, employment insurance and compensation insurance)
• 401K
• Translation/Interpretation support
• VISA sponsor + Relocation support