Develop and execute comprehensive manual and automated testing strategies for digital products. Design test cases, perform UI, functional, integration, regression, system, and API testing, and manage defects across the software lifecycle. Collaborate with Agile teams, support CI/CD and release activities, analyze root causes, communicate quality risks, and improve test coverage. The role also includes mentoring team members and validating software across QA, staging, UAT, and production environments.
Manual & Automation QA
Experience: 5+ Years
Location: Chennai
About the Job
We are looking for a Quality Analyst with strong hands-on experience in test planning, test case design, manual testing, UI testing, and API testing. The role involves developing and executing comprehensive testing strategies, ensuring end-to-end test coverage, managing defects, and maintaining the quality and reliability of digital products and applications. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of Agile methodologies, software testing processes, CI/CD pipelines, version control, and software quality standards, along with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
What You'll Do
- Develop and maintain comprehensive test strategies and test plans to ensure the quality of digital products and applications.
- Analyze business and technical requirements and design test cases that align with product specifications.
- Execute manual, UI, functional, integration, system, and regression testing.
- Perform API testing using tools such as Postman, SoapUI, or REST Assured.
- Collaborate closely with developers and cross-functional teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage.
- Identify, document, track, and manage defects throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Perform root cause analysis of test failures and provide detailed defect reports with clear findings.
- Conduct test case reviews and continuously improve test coverage, quality, and execution efficiency.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate testing progress, risks, issues, and release readiness.
- Provide testing support during software releases and post-release activities.
- Execute testing across multiple environments, including QA, Staging, UAT, and Production.
- Work closely with multidisciplinary Agile teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software.
- Understand and support CI/CD pipelines, version control systems, and branching strategies.
- Follow established design standards, coding standards, code quality checks, and review processes.
- Mentor new team members and share testing knowledge, best practices, and process improvements.
- Take ownership of assigned tasks and contribute to continuous improvement across testing and quality assurance activities.
What We Seek In You
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in Quality Assurance and software testing.
- Strong hands-on experience in test planning, test case design, execution, and defect management.
- Experience in manual testing, web application testing, and UI testing.
- Hands-on experience in API testing using Postman, SoapUI, REST Assured, or similar tools.
- Experience in Cypress & Javascript
- Good understanding of functional, integration, system, and regression testing methodologies.
- Experience in test case documentation, management, reviews, and test coverage analysis.
- Strong analytical, debugging, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills.
- Understanding of Agile methodologies and software development lifecycle processes.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems, and branching strategies.
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and deliver results in a structured manner.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong attention to detail, ownership, and commitment to software quality.
- Ability to work in dynamic and ambiguous environments, evaluate alternative solutions, and establish structure when required.
- Interest in digitalization, digital twins, IT/OT technologies, and automation of engineering workflows.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of test automation frameworks and automated testing practices.
- Experience in performance testing and security testing.
- Familiarity with test automation integration into CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience working with digital products, industrial applications, or engineering software.
- Understanding of digital twin concepts and automation of engineering processes.
- Experience mentoring team members and participating in test strategy reviews.
- Familiarity with software design principles, coding standards, and code quality review processes.
- Experience supporting production releases, troubleshooting issues, and performing post-release validation.
Life At Next
At our core, we're driven by the mission of tailoring growth for our customers by enabling them to transform their aspirations into tangible outcomes. We're dedicated to empowering them to shape their futures and achieve ambitious goals. To fulfil this commitment, we foster a culture defined by agility, innovation, and an unwavering commitment to progress. Our organizational framework is both streamlined and vibrant, characterized by a hands-on leadership style that prioritizes results and fosters growth.
Perks Of Working With Us
- Clear objectives to ensure alignment with our mission, fostering your meaningful contribution.
- Abundant opportunities for engagement with customers, product managers, and leadership.
- You'll be guided by progressive paths while receiving insightful guidance from managers through ongoing feedforward sessions.
- Cultivate and leverage robust connections within diverse communities of interest. Choose your mentor to navigate your current endeavors and steer your future trajectory.
- Embrace continuous learning and upskilling opportunities through Nexversity.
- Enjoy the flexibility to explore various functions, develop new skills, and adapt to emerging technologies. Embrace a hybrid work model promoting work-life balance.
- Access comprehensive family health insurance coverage, prioritizing the well-being of your loved ones.
- Embark on accelerated career paths to actualize your professional aspirations.
Who We Are
We enable high-growth enterprises to build hyper-personalized solutions and transform their vision into reality. With a keen eye for detail, we apply creativity, embrace new technologies, and harness the power of data and AI to co-create tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of our customers.
Join our passionate team and tailor your growth with us!
TVS Next Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND Office
Chennai, India
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