Wadhwani Foundation - Quality Assurance Tester - Manual Testing (4-8 yrs)

Job Title : QA Tester

Experience Level : 4+ Years

Location : Bangalore [On-site]

Department : Quality Assurance

Reports to : QA Manager

Job Summary :

We are seeking a skilled QA Tester with 4+ years of experience in software testing. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in both manual and automation testing, along with good knowledge of API and performance testing. This role requires an analytical mindset, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high software quality.

Key Responsibilities :

- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, strategies, and cases.

- Perform manual testing to validate functional and non-functional requirements.

- Design and implement automation test scripts using tools like Selenium, TestNG, or Cypress.

- Conduct API testing using tools like Postman, RestAssured, or SoapUI.

- Execute performance testing with frameworks like JMeter.

- Identify, document, and track bugs using defect management tools like JIRA.

- Collaborate closely with developers to identify test scenarios and automation opportunities.

- Ensure test coverage across different environments and platforms.

- Work on CI/CD pipelines, integrating automated test suites with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar tools.

- Participate in peer reviews, retrospectives, and continuous improvements.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- 4+ years of experience in software testing, covering both manual and automation testing.

- Strong knowledge of SDLC/STLC, test methodologies, and testing techniques.

- Expertise in automation frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar.

- Hands-on experience with API testing tools (Postman, RestAssured, or SoapUI).

- Experience in performance testing using JMeter.

- Familiarity with version control systems (Git, GitHub, or Bitbucket).

- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines for automated test execution.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.

- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have) :

- Experience in mobile testing using tools like Appium or Espresso.

- Knowledge of security testing best practices.

- Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

Perks & Benefits :

- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects.

- Career growth and mentorship opportunities.

- Collaborative work environment with a focus on continuous learning.

- Competitive salary and benefits package