Important Information:

• Years of Experience: 3-5 years of QA experience.

• Job Mode: Full-time.

• Work Mode: Remote

Job Summary: We are seeking a Senior QA Manual Tester with extensive experience in data testing to join our quality assurance team. The ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of the software development lifecycle, expertise in manual testing methodologies, and a proven ability to lead testing efforts for small to mid-sized projects. This role involves working with diverse data sources such as SQL databases, APIs, and file-based systems to ensure data integrity and software quality.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Lead and coordinate testing efforts for small to mid-sized projects, ensuring testing objectives are achieved effectively.

• Plan and execute comprehensive manual testing processes in alignment with the software development lifecycle.

• Validate and verify data accuracy, integrity, and quality across SQL databases, APIs, and file systems.

• Conduct API testing using tools such as Swagger and ReadyAPI.

• Write and execute complex database queries for data validation.

• Identify vulnerabilities and security risks using Web Penetration tools.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define testing scenarios, cases, and objectives.

• Implement testing methodologies tailored to agile Scrum, Kanban, XP, or waterfall frameworks.

• Test cloud-based applications leveraging AWS services like S3, EC2, RDS, and Lambda.

• Communicate testing progress and results to stakeholders and leadership effectively.

• Provide mentorship and knowledge sharing to peers.

• Focus on maintaining software quality and reliability while adhering to industry-specific requirements.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in CIS, Business, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field preferred.

• Expertise in manual testing, particularly in data testing and validation.

• Proficiency in writing and executing complex SQL queries.

• Experience with API testing tools such as Swagger and ReadyAPI.

• Familiarity with Web Penetration tools for security testing.

• Hands-on experience with AWS services (S3, EC2, RDS, Lambda).

• Strong organizational and decision-making skills.

• Proficiency in agile and waterfall development methodologies.

• Programming skills in Java or similar languages for automation testing.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within Scrum teams.

• Test lead experience on multi-tester projects is a plus.

• Experience in the hospitality industry is advantageous but not mandatory.

Role-specific Requirements:

• Strong focus on data accuracy, integrity, and quality testing.

• Capability to handle diverse data ecosystems and identify potential vulnerabilities.

Technologies:

• SQL databases

• API testing tools (Swagger, ReadyAPI)

• Web Penetration tools

• AWS (S3, EC2, RDS, Lambda)

• Programming languages (Java or similar)

Skillset Competencies:

• Manual testing

• Data validation and verification

• API and security testing

• Agile and waterfall methodologies

About Encora: Encora is the preferred digital engineering and modernization partner of some of the world’s leading enterprises and digital-native companies. With over 9,000 experts in 47+ offices and innovation labs worldwide, Encora’s technology practices include Product Engineering & Development, Cloud Services, Quality Engineering, DevSecOps, Data & Analytics, Digital Experience, Cybersecurity, and AI & LLM Engineering. At Encora, we hire professionals based solely on their skills and qualifications and do not discriminate based on age, disability, religion, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or nationality.