Role Proficiency:

Performs tests in strict compliance independently guides other testers and assists test leads

Outcomes:

     Construct test scenarios based on customer user stories or requirements      Construct systematic test cases from scenarios for applications based on customer user stories or requirements      Execute systematic test cases from scenarios for applications based on customer user stories or requirements      Ensure that new or revised components or systems perform to expectation.      Ensure meeting of standards; including usability performance reliability or compatibility.      Document Test results and report defects      Facilitate changes in processes/practices/procedures based on lessons learned from the engagement Develop proficiency of other testers on the project

Measures of Outcomes:

Timely completion of all tasks # of requirement/user story ambiguities logged Requirements / User story coverage based on test cases/script # of test cases/script developed in comparison to the benchmarks # of test cases/script executed in comparison to the benchmarks # of valid defects

Outputs Expected:

Requirements Management:

Participate
Seek Clarification
Understand
Review

Domain relevance:

Test feature / component with good understanding of the business problem being addressed for the client Conduct gap analysis between requirement fitment and technology stack
using technology/domain expertise

Reporting:

Reporting the test activities of a small team including multiple testers

Estimate:

Estimate time
effort and resource dependence for work performed

Manage knowledge:

Consume
Contribute

Test Design
Development
Execution:

Identify testable scenarios and create test scenario document Update RTM Obtain sign off on test scenarios Basis (3) above
identify and create test cases and test data Smoke testing for system readiness check Execute test cases / scripts Identify
log and track defects Retest Log in productivity data

Skill Examples:

Ability to review user story / requirements to identify ambiguities Ability to design test cases / scripts as per user story / requirements Ability to apply techniques to design efficient test cases / script Ability to set up test data and execute tests Ability to identify anomalies and detail them

Knowledge Examples:

Knowledge of Methodologies Knowledge of Tools Knowledge of Types of testing Knowledge of Testing Processes Knowledge of Testing Standards

Additional Comments:

Job Title: Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer Location: Experience Level: 3–6 years Department: Quality Engineering / Software Testing Job Summary: We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented QA Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in manual testing, API testing, and a foundational understanding of web and API automation. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality, reliable software products. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and execute manual test cases for web and API-based applications. Perform API testing using tools like Postman Experience working in Agile environments, using Kanban boards and tools like JIRA for issue tracking, sprint planning, and test management. Collaborate with developers and product teams to understand requirements and ensure test coverage. Assist in developing and maintaining basic automation scripts for API and web testing. Participate in test planning, execution, and reporting using tools like Zephyr . Validate backend data using MongoDB queries. Monitor application performance and logs using tools like Datadog. Understand and test systems involving message queues such as azure service bus. Participate in defect triage and contribute to root cause analysis. Document test results and provide actionable feedback to the development team. Required Skills & Qualifications: 3+ years of experience in manual and API testing. Basic knowledge of API and web automation tools and frameworks (e.g., Playwright, REST Assured, Cucumber). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Preferred / Optional Skills: Experience with Zephyr or other test management tools. Working knowledge of MongoDB and ability to write basic queries. Familiarity with Datadog or other monitoring/logging tools. Understanding of message queue systems (Azure pub/sub). Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Experience with languages like JavaScript/Java ISTQB or other QA certifications.