Platform Quality Engineer

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  
• 2 years of professional experience in a Quality Assurance, QA Engineering, or similar role focused on web application testing.
  
• Proven experience with User Acceptance Testing (UAT) methodologies and execution.
  
• Solid understanding of web application architecture and development lifecycles.
  
• Familiarity with PHP, JavaScript and MySQL
  
• Experience with Microsoft Azure.
  
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and for identifying edge cases.
  
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach to troubleshooting.
  
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate technical issues to non-technical stakeholders.
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  

• Code Quality Assurance (Primary Focus):
  

  • Conduct a thorough review and analysis of new features, enhancements, and bug fixes, ensuring adherence to best practices and functional requirements.
    
  • Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for all new or modified functionalities.
    
  • Identify, document, and track software defects and inconsistencies, working closely with engineering to ensure timely and effective resolution.
    
  • Validate fixes and perform regression testing to ensure no new issues are introduced and existing functionalities remain stable.
    
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of our testing methodologies, tools, and processes.
    

• Platform Performance & Stability:
  

  • Support the deployment process, ensuring smooth and controlled releases to the production environment.
    
  • Assist in monitoring the health, performance, and availability of core systems and underlying infrastructure.
    
  • Collaborate with the engineering and IT teams to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues, ensuring optimal system uptime.
    

• Documentation & Collaboration:
  

  • Maintain clear and concise documentation of test plans, test cases, defects, and UAT sign-offs.
    
  • Participate in sprint planning and stand-up meetings, providing insights into quality assurance efforts.