About the role
QA Engineer
Job Title: QA Engineer Location: Remote – United States Job Type: Full-Time Experience: 2–7 Years Salary Range: $80,000 – $125,000 per year Work Mode: 100% Remote Industry: Information Technology
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced QA Engineer to join our technology team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of software applications through comprehensive testing strategies. You will work closely with developers, product managers, and engineering teams to identify defects, improve testing processes, and deliver high-quality software products.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and execute test plans, test cases, and test scenarios.
* Perform manual and automated testing of web, mobile, and software applications.
* Identify, document, track, and report software defects.
* Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
* Perform functional, regression, integration, and system testing.
* Validate APIs using Postman, REST Assured, or similar tools.
* Conduct database testing and validate backend data using SQL queries.
* Collaborate with developers to troubleshoot and resolve application issues.
* Participate in Agile/Scrum meetings and sprint planning.
* Perform cross-browser and cross-platform compatibility testing.
* Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines.
* Maintain testing documentation and quality assurance reports.
* Identify opportunities to improve testing efficiency and software quality.
Required Skills & Qualifications
* 2–7 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance or Software Testing.
* Strong understanding of software testing methodologies and SDLC/STLC.
* Experience in manual testing and automation testing.
* Hands-on experience with Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright.
* Knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript.
* Experience with API testing using Postman or REST Assured.
* Strong SQL and database testing skills.
* Familiarity with Jira, TestRail, or similar test management tools.
* Understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies.
* Experience with functional, regression, integration, and performance testing.
* Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner.
* Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
* Experience with Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or other CI/CD tools.
* Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
* Experience with mobile application testing.
* Relevant certifications such as ISTQB or equivalent.
Salary & Benefits
* Annual Salary: $80,000 – $125,000, depending on experience and technical expertise.
* Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
* 401(k) retirement benefits.
* Paid vacation and holidays.
* Fully remote work flexibility.
* Professional development and certification assistance.
* Performance-based bonuses (where applicable).
Employment Details
* Employment Type: Full-Time
* Work Arrangement: Fully Remote
* Job Location: United States
* Experience Required: 2–7 Years
* Working Hours: US Business Hours
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates.
Apply Now: Submit your updated resume highlighting your QA engineering, automation testing, and software quality assurance experience.
Originally posted on Himalayas