01Overview
About Position:
We are looking for a QA Engineer with strong expertise in Manual Testing of Desktop and Web Applications. The ideal candidate will be responsible for validating application functionality, ensuring software quality, executing test cases, identifying defects, and working closely with development and business teams throughout the software development lifecycle. The role requires strong analytical skills, hands-on testing experience, and a solid understanding of Agile methodologies.
Role: QA Engineer
Location: Pune
Experience: 2 to 5 Years
Job Type: Full-Time Employment
What Youll Do:
Analyze business requirements, user stories, and technical specifications to create effective test scenarios and test cases.
Perform Functional, Regression, Smoke, and End-to-End testing for desktop and web applications.
Execute test cases, validate results, and document defects using Jira or similar defect tracking tool
Perform API testing using Postman, Swagger, or similar tools.
Validate application data using SQL queries and database testing techniques.
Work closely with developers, business analysts, and product teams to ensure quality deliverables.
Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming sessions.
Track, report, and verify defect fixes through the complete defect lifecycle.
Support UAT activities and production validation testing.
Contribute to test planning, test documentation, and continuous process improvement initiatives.
Expertise Youll Bring:
2 to 5 years of experience in Manual Testing for Desktop and Web Applications.
Strong understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).
Hands-on experience in test case design, test execution, defect tracking, and reporting.
Experience using Jira or similar test management and defect tracking tools.
Strong experience in Functional Testing, Regression Testing, and Smoke Testing.
Knowledge of API Testing using Postman, Swagger, or equivalent tools.
Good knowledge of SQL for data validation and backend testing.
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Good understanding of Agile methodology and Scrum framework.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
Familiarity with Playwright automation testing tool.
Programming or scripting experience in JavaScript or Python.
Exposure to automation testing frameworks and CI/CD processes.
Understanding of modern QA practices and test automation concepts.
Experience working in Agile product development environments
Benefits:
Competitive salary and benefits package
Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
Annual health check-ups
Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents
Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:
Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.
We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
Our office is accessibilityfriendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment
"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind." .
