We are seeking a detail-oriented Manual QA Engineer with an analytical mindset and, ideally, a technical background. This role focuses on ensuring the quality of backend systems, API integrations, and front-end solutions. While the primary focus will be on manual testing, there is an opportunity to explore and implement test automation where applicable.
Responsibilities:
- Perform manual testing for web systems, backend services, and API integrations.
- Develop and execute detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
- Identify, document, and track issues using appropriate tools.
- Collaborate closely with developers and project managers.
- Test and validate API endpoints - including request/response validation, chaining requests, and verifying data flows.
- Perform end-to-end workflow testing across multiple modules, validating dependencies.
- Conduct data validation through basic SQL/NoSQL queries and log analysis to confirm data accuracy.
- Test across modules implemented in different technology stacks.
- Use analytics tools to monitor application performance and user behavior.
- Contribute to QA strategy improvements, optimizing testing methodologies and processes.
- Stay up to date with industry best practices.
Requirements:
- Excellent English communication skills (spoken and written).
- 5+ years of experience testing websites and APIs.
- Strong API testing skills - request/response validation, chaining requests, and experience with tools like Postman or Swagger.
- Experience testing backend systems, especially PHP and Laravel-based applications.
- Basic SQL/NoSQL querying skills and ability to perform log analysis.
- Experience with end-to-end testing of multi-module dependencies in distributed systems.
- Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git).
- Knowledge of website performance testing and optimization techniques.
- Familiarity with security best practices in web applications.
- Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team.
- Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
- Familiarity with test automation frameworks and tools is a plus.
- Technical background (e.g., prior development, scripting, or system integration experience) is highly desirable.
We offer:
- Maximum flexibility.
- Professional trainings, conferences and certifications.
- Corporate events and benefits.
- Professional literature.
- English courses.
- Discount program.
If you are interested, please let us know job@zfort.com