Senior Manual Tester

SUMMARY:

We are seeking a skilled Senior Manual Tester to join our team and ensure the quality of our software applications. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in manual testing, strong analytical skills, and a keen eye for detail. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and documenting test cases, identifying defects, and collaborating with developers and stakeholders to ensure high-quality deliverables.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyze business requirements and translate them into test cases and scenarios.

• Design, develop, and execute detailed test cases, test scripts, and test data.

• Perform functional, regression, integration, system, UI, and exploratory testing.

• Identify, document, and track defects in a test management tool.

• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and SME to understand requirements and resolve issues.

• Ensure compliance with QA standards, best practices, and testing methodologies.

• Participate in test planning, effort estimation, and risk assessment.

• Work closely with automation teams to identify areas for test automation.

• Provide detailed test reports and defect metrics to stakeholders.

• Mentor junior testers and share knowledge within the team.

EDUCATION DESIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent in Engineering, Computer Science, Arts, Science.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• 8+ years of experience in manual testing of web, mobile, or enterprise applications.

• Strong understanding of SDLC, STLC, and defect lifecycle.

• Experience in testing methodologies such as functional, regression, system, and UI testing.

• Hands-on experience with test case management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, ALM).

• Proficiency in defect tracking tools and test reporting.

• Ability to analyze and interpret business requirements and technical specifications.

• Knowledge of SQL queries for database validation.

• Basic understanding of API testing using tools like Postman 

. Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Manage all automation projects according to agreed timelines and report on progress.