Quality Assurance Engineer - Java

👋 Greetings, future tech savant:

Embark on a vital journey into the realm of quality assurance with 3Pillar! We extend an invitation for you to join our team and gear up for a crucial mission. At 3Pillar, our commitment is to ensure the highest quality in cutting-edge technologies that revolutionize industries. As a QA Engineer, you'll play an indispensable role in our dynamic team, ensuring that our innovative projects—whether they're redefining urban living, establishing new media channels for enterprise companies, or driving innovation in healthcare—meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. This opportunity goes beyond traditional testing; it's about being a guardian of excellence and a catalyst for delivering flawless products that leave a lasting impression in the market. If your dedication to perfection and a keen eye for detail fuel your drive to make a real-world impact, consider this your pass to the captivating world of Product Development! 🚀💻

Desired Capabilities:

• Understanding of product roadmap, business goals, and customer needs
• Ability to prioritize testing efforts based on business impact
• Provide accurate status tracking and reporting
• Estimate testing efforts
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Effective communication with team members, stakeholders, and customers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated
• Ability to work effectively under pressure

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for manual and automated testing.
• Design and execute detailed test cases to identify defects and ensure software functionality.
• Document and track defects, collaborating with developers throughout the development lifecycle.
• Utilize automation tools to streamline testing tasks and improve efficiency.
• Foster effective communication with developers, product managers, and stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent practical experience may be considered as an alternative.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of hands-on experience in software quality assurance, with demonstrated proficiency in test planning, execution, and maintenance of clear and effective test documentation.
• At least ½-1 year of experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Sonarqube., Selenium, TestComplete, QTP/UFT) including scripting for automation.
• Good understanding and experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies, showcasing the ability to adapt to rapid development cycles and an iterative approach to testing.
• Competent in at least one programming language (such as Java, Python, C#) relevant to test automation.
• Effective use of defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, Bugzilla) with the capability to accurately report bugs and track their resolution.
• Experience with HTTP requests using tools such as Postman or PAW, demonstrating the ability to test and validate APIs effectively.
• Strong collaborative skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to foster an environment of teamwork and cooperation.
• Exceptional English communication skills with team members, stakeholders, and customers, ensuring clear and effective exchange of information.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and under pressure, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.

Additional Experience Desired:

• Strong knowledge of databases and SQL, enabling the execution of complex data validation and the ability to interact with databases for backend testing.
• Experience in working with continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) pipelines, understanding the integration of automated tests within CI/CD processes for efficient testing and deployment.
• Advanced knowledge and experience with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), enhancing the ability to integrate QA processes effectively throughout development phases.
• Experience in performance and load testing, including tools such as JMeter, indicating the capability to assess system behaviour under peak loads and identify potential bottlenecks.
• Understanding of security testing best practices, reflecting the ability to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities within the software, ensuring the development of secure applications.
• Basic understanding of Kubernetes, enabling familiarity with container orchestration and deployment processes in cloud environments.

What is it like working for 3Pillar Global?

• At 3Pillar, we offer a world of opportunity:

• Imagine a flexible work environment – whether it's the office, your home, or a blend of both. From interviews to onboarding, we embody a remote-first approach.

• You will be part of a global team, learning from top talent around the world and across cultures, speaking English every day. Our global workforce enables our team to leverage global resources to accomplish our work in efficient and effective teams.

• We’re big on your well-being – as a company, we spend a whole trimester in our annual cycle focused on well-being. Whether it is taking advantage of fitness offerings, mental health plans (country-dependent), or simply leveraging generous time off, we want all of our team members to operate at their best.

• Our professional services model enables us to accelerate career growth and development opportunities - across projects, offerings, and industries.

• We are an equal-opportunity employer. It goes without saying that we live by values like Intrinsic Dignity and Open Collaboration to create cutting-edge technology AND reinforce our commitment to diversity - globally and locally.

Join us and be a part of a global tech community! 🌍💼 Check out our LinkedIn site and Careers page to learn more about what it’s like to be part of our #oneteam!