Software tester in QA Team (work from Home) (India)

: We are looking for a meticulous and experienced Software Tester to join our QA team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software testing, with a strong focus on ensuring high-quality software delivery. You will be responsible for leading testing efforts, mentoring junior testers, and collaborating closely with development teams to identify and resolve software issues. Key Responsibilities: - Test Planning: Develop and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on software requirements and specifications. - Test Execution: Perform functional, regression, integration, system, and user acceptance testing across multiple platforms and environments. - Automation: Design, implement, and maintain automated test scripts using industry-standard tools. - Defect Management: Identify, document, and track software defects through the development lifecycle, ensuring issues are addressed promptly. - Quality Assurance: Ensure that software meets business and quality requirements before release. - Collaboration: Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand software requirements and design effective test strategies. - Mentoring: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior testers, sharing best practices and testing methodologies. - Performance Testing: Conduct performance and load testing to identify potential bottlenecks or scalability issues. - Reporting: Prepare detailed test reports, documenting test results, defects, and overall product quality. Qualifications: - Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. - Experience: 5+ years of experience in software testing, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role. - Experience in both manual and automated testing. - Certifications: ISTQB certification or equivalent is preferred. Required Skills: - Testing Tools: Proficiency with automated testing tools such as Selenium, QTP, or TestComplete. - Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner. - Bug Tracking: - Familiarity with bug tracking and test management tools like JIRA, Bugzilla, or TestRail. - Scripting Languages: Experience with scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, or VBScript for automation. - Database Knowledge: Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with database testing. - CI/CD Pipelines: Understanding of continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices and tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI. - Version Control: Experience with version control systems such as Git or SVN. - API Testing: Proficiency in API testing using tools like Postman or SoapUI. - Operating Systems: Testing experience across multiple operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS). Preferred Skills: - Agile Methodologies: Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. - Mobile Testing: Knowledge of mobile application testing on platforms like Android and iOS. - Cloud Technologies: Experience with cloud-based testing and deployment on platforms like AWS or Azure. - Security Testing: Basic understanding of security testing practices and tools. Software Requirements: - Test Automation Frameworks: Experience with frameworks such as JUnit, TestNG, or Cucumber. - Integrated Development Environments (IDEs): Familiarity with IDEs such as Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, or Visual Studio. - Performance Monitoring: Use of performance monitoring tools like Dynatrace or New Relic for performance testing and monitoring. Additional Requirements: - Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Detail-Oriented: Attention to detail and a commitment to quality. - Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate a team of testers. Job Type: Full-time Compensation: 10 13 LPA Work Timings: EST Time Zone (4:00 PM 12:00 AM IST / 7:00 PM 3:00 AM IST) Work Mode: Work from Home - Must have a reliable working device (laptop/desktop) - Should have a proper work-from-home setup (secure internet, quiet workspace) .