About the job

Job Title : Manual Test Engineer

Location : Sector 74, Mohali

Experience : 2 to 4 years

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Summary :

We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Manual Test Engineer with a solid understanding of API testing and the ability to lead small QA initiatives or teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in manual testing processes, hands-on experience with RESTful APIs, and a collaborative mindset to work closely with cross-functional teams including development, product, and DevOps.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and execute manual test cases based on requirements and user stories.

- Perform thorough API testing using tools like Postman, Swagger, or similar platforms.

- Analyze and document test results, track defects, and work with developers to resolve issues.

- Create and maintain test plans, test cases, and test data for both functional and non-functional requirements.

- Participate in requirement analysis and grooming sessions to understand the product and provide testing insight.

- Work as a lead/point of contact for small QA teams or sprints.

- Contribute to defining and improving QA processes and standards.

- Assist in test case review and mentoring junior testers.

- Collaborate with developers and product managers to ensure timely and high-quality releases.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- 2 to 4 years of experience in manual software testing.

- Strong experience in API testing (REST, JSON, XML) using tools like Postman, Swagger, Insomnia, etc.

- Solid understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies.

- Basic knowledge of API test automation (optional, but a plus).

- Familiarity with bug tracking tools Microsoft Azure DevOps.

- Ability to lead QA efforts for small modules or projects.

- Strong communication and documentation skills.

- A proactive mindset with excellent problem-solving abilities.

- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

- Hands on experience on Web and Mobile Apps Testing.

Nice To Have :

- Exposure to CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab).

- Experience with SQL for backend data validation.

- Familiarity with performance testing concepts.

- Any basic scripting knowledge (Python, JavaScript, etc.).

What We Offer :

- A collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

- Opportunities to lead and grow into more senior QA roles.

- Flexible work culture and competitive compensation.

- Learning and development resources.