Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented QA Software Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our software applications through comprehensive testing and analysis. Your primary focus will be on designing and executing test plans, identifying and documenting defects, and collaborating with the development team to drive product improvements. As a QA Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality software that meets customer expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive test plans and test cases based on software requirements and specifications.
• Conduct functional, regression, and performance testing to validate the software's functionality, usability, and performance.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using issue tracking systems, and collaborate with the development team to resolve them.
• Perform manual and automated testing to ensure the accuracy and reliability of software applications.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business analysts, to understand software requirements and provide feedback on potential issues.
• Participate in design and code reviews to ensure adherence to quality standards and best practices.
• Analyze test results, generate test reports, and provide recommendations for improving software quality and performance.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve testing methodologies and tools.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of testing frameworks and test automation scripts.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in software quality assurance and testing, preferably in a software development environment.
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience with manual and automated testing techniques and tools.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#.
• Familiarity with testing frameworks and tools, such as Selenium, JUnit, or TestNG.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ISTQB or other relevant certifications in software testing.
• Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Knowledge of web technologies, databases, and APIs.
• Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git.
• Experience with performance testing tools, such as JMeter or LoadRunner.