QA Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented QA Engineer to ensure the quality and functionality of our website. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manual testing, UI testing, and testing automation. The QA Engineer will work closely with our development team to identify issues, implement solutions, and enhance the overall user experience.

About Inc42 Media

Inc42 is India’s #1 startup media & intelligence platform that informs, educates and empowers startup & business leaders through its incisive reporting, insightful reports, curated events & communities, and industry-leading executive courses & programs.

Since launching in January 2015, and having risen to become the authoritative voice on India’s startup economy, we've moved markets, gotten the early scoop on billions of dollars of transactions and told you what's happening deep inside some of the fastest growing startups & industries alike. Our stories have been followed by the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Reuters, TechCrunch and other major outlets hundreds of times.

We also track over 50,000+ startups and provide market research and intelligence through our in-depth research reports, and we organise some of the most sought-after conferences and events for startup & business leaders across India.

In 2020, we introduced Inc42 Plus, our exclusive membership program tailored for startup & business leaders, amassing over 10,000 members in record time. Apart from our sharp reporting & insightful research, through Inc42 BrandLabs, we partner with enterprises & brands to help them create branded content & experiences and reach our audience of decision makers.

What You’ll Do
• Perform manual testing of website features, functionalities, and user interfaces.
• Develop and execute test plans, test cases, and test scenarios based on project requirements.
• Conduct thorough regression testing to ensure the stability of website updates and releases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize QA tasks.
• Implement and maintain automated testing scripts using industry-standard tools and frameworks.
• Continuously monitor and improve QA processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Document and report bugs, errors, and performance issues using designated tracking tools.
• Participate in regular team meetings, stand-ups, and sprint planning sessions.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to QA testing.

What You'll Need
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Website QA Engineer of at least 2 years.
• Strong understanding of JavaScript, React.js, and Next.js frameworks.
• Solid understanding of UI testing principles and practices.
• Hands-on experience with testing automation tools such as Selenium, Cypress, or similar.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, Go, or PHP.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and issue tracking tools (e.g., JIRA).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with great attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities with a proactive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Having prior experience with a product-based startup is a plus.