Job Description
Position Overview
A QA Engineer (Quality Assurance Engineer) plays a crucial role in ensuring that software, applications, and systems meet the highest standards of quality, performance, security, and usability before reaching end-users. QA Engineers are responsible for designing, executing, and maintaining test plans to identify issues and ensure that products are free of defects.
The role requires a keen eye for detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities to ensure that the final product meets both technical specifications and user expectations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Test Planning and Strategy
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Analyze project requirements, user stories, and design documents to develop comprehensive test plans.
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Define testing strategies based on project scope, risks, and timelines.
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Identify testing priorities and select appropriate testing techniques.
2. Test Case Design and Execution
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Create detailed test cases, test scripts, and test scenarios to cover functional and non-functional requirements.
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Execute manual tests or automated scripts based on the testing plan.
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Record test results accurately and maintain detailed documentation.
3. Bug Identification and Reporting
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Detect and document defects, inconsistencies, and performance issues.
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Report bugs clearly in issue-tracking tools like JIRA, Bugzilla, or Trello.
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Work closely with the development team to reproduce, troubleshoot, and resolve defects.
4. Automation Testing
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Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using tools like Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
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Implement automation frameworks to improve testing efficiency and coverage.
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Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines.
5. Functional and Non-Functional Testing
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Perform functional testing to ensure all features work as intended.
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Conduct non-functional testing such as:
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Performance testing – Assess system speed and scalability.
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Security testing – Identify vulnerabilities and ensure data protection.
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Compatibility testing – Verify performance across browsers, devices, and OS platforms.
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Usability testing – Ensure an intuitive and seamless user experience.
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6. Regression and Retesting
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Conduct regression testing to confirm that recent code changes haven’t introduced new defects.
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Retest fixed issues to validate successful resolutions.
7. Collaboration and Communication
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Work closely with developers, product managers, business analysts, and DevOps teams.
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Provide input on improving system quality and performance during the development cycle.
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Participate in scrum meetings, sprint planning, and product reviews.
8. Quality Metrics and Reporting
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Track testing metrics such as test coverage, defect density, and pass/fail rates.
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Prepare quality assurance reports for stakeholders to evaluate project health.
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Continuously improve QA processes based on historical data and outcomes.
Required Skills and Competencies
1. Technical Skills
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Proficiency in manual testing methodologies and automation tools.
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Familiarity with test management tools (JIRA, TestRail, Zephyr, etc.).
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Understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and testing life cycle (STLC).
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Knowledge of programming or scripting languages like Java, Python, JavaScript, or C# for test automation.
2. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
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Ability to break down complex systems into smaller components for testing.
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Strong analytical thinking to identify root causes of issues.
3. Attention to Detail
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Ensuring accuracy and completeness in test cases, execution, and reporting.
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Detecting even the smallest defects that could impact the end-user experience.
4. Communication Skills
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Ability to explain technical issues clearly to developers, stakeholders, and clients.
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Preparing comprehensive documentation, including test cases, reports, and bug descriptions.
5. Time and Task Management
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Prioritizing tasks based on project timelines and criticality.
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Handling multiple projects simultaneously without compromising quality.
More information about this QA Engineer Job
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- What are the job requirements to apply for this QA Engineer job position?
- Ans: A candidate must have a minimum of 06 Months to 1 year experience as an QA Engineer
- What is the qualification for this job?
- Ans: The candidate can be a Graduate from any of the following: BE/B.Tech, CS
- What is the hiring Process of this job?
- Ans: The hiring process all depends on the company. Normally for an entry level, hiring the candidate has to go for Aptitude, GD (If they look for communication),Technical test and face to face interviews.
- This QA Engineer is a work from home job?
- Ans: No ,its not a Work from Home Job.
- How many job vacancies are opening for the QA Engineer position?
- Ans: There are immediate 1 job openings for QA Engineer in our Organisation.
Job Particulars
About Company
Ankleshwar, Surat, Navsari 
0.6 to 1 Years 
Salary not disclosed 
BCA, BE/B.Tech 
