Senior QA/QC Tester

Job Description:

We are looking for a Senior QA/QC Tester with extensive hands-on experience in web application testing, UI testing, API testing, and automated testing using relevant tools. The role involves ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products through meticulous testing and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Test Planning and Strategy:
• Develop detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts for manual and automated testing.
• Define testing strategies based on project requirements and timelines.
2. Web Application Testing:
• Conduct functional, regression, and performance testing for web applications.
• Ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
3. UI Testing:
• Verify UI/UX design adherence, responsiveness, and overall user experience.
• Identify and document visual or functional inconsistencies.
4. API Testing:
• Perform thorough API testing, including validation of endpoints, data exchanges, and response times.
• Use tools like Postman, SoapUI, or equivalent for API validation and testing.
5. Automated Testing:
• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using tools like Selenium, Cypress, or similar frameworks.
• Identify automation opportunities and enhance testing efficiency.
6. Defect Management:
• Log, track, and manage defects in bug tracking tools like JIRA, Azure DevOps, or Bugzilla.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure timely resolution of issues.
7. Quality Assurance Practices:
• Adhere to established QA methodologies, standards, and best practices.
• Perform root cause analysis to identify recurring issues and recommend improvements.
8. Documentation and Reporting:
• Prepare detailed test reports, including results, coverage, and metrics.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for test cases, scripts, and workflows.
9. Collaboration:
• Work closely with developers, business analysts, and product managers to clarify requirements and expectations.
• Participate in agile ceremonies like sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
10. Continuous Improvement:
• Stay updated with the latest testing tools, techniques, and trends.
• Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance software quality.

Qualifications:

Technical Skills:

• Mandatory:
• 3+ years overall experience in testing software
• Proven experience in manual and automated testing for web applications.
• Proficiency in UI testing and ensuring a seamless user experience.
• Hands-on experience with API testing tools like Postman or SoapUI.
• Expertise in test automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of testing methodologies, including functional, performance, and regression testing.
• Familiarity with bug tracking and test management tools like JIRA, Azure DevOps, or TestRail.
• Basic knowledge of SQL for database testing.
• Preferred:
• Experience with load testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and integration of automated tests.
• Familiarity with Agile development and Scrum practices.

Language Skills:

• Arabic: Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking.
• English: Very good proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify edge cases.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in QA/QC testing, with a focus on web applications.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB, Certified Agile Tester) are a plus.