About the role

QA Engineer ensuring software quality through automated and manual testing, collaborating with engineers to improve product quality at Betfair Romania Development.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and execute both manual and automated tests to ensure software quality
Participate in code reviews together with peers
Own to the overall testing strategy, identifying best practices for quality assurance
Continuously enhance and improve the automated test framework
Ensure integrity, validity, and testability of all product specifications
Accurately review, analyze, document, and report defects, ensuring clear communication with stakeholders
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and triage issues, identifying root causes and resolutions
Maintain comprehensive documentation for test cases, defects, and testing processes
Identify risks, dependencies, and quality gaps in product development
Promote a quality-first mindset within the team and advocate for best testing practices
Track and report automation effectiveness, suggesting improvements for increased efficiency
Engage in all phases of software development, from discovery to deployment
Recommend and integrate new tools, libraries, and technologies to enhance the testing process
Provide creative solutions for complex quality challenges and continuously strive for process improvement

3+ years of experience in software testing within Agile environments
Solid understanding of the full secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC)
Hands-on experience with both manual and automation testing strategies
Experience in testing web applications, APIs (REST), and databases
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines(Jenkins, Maven), ensuring smooth test integration within the development process
Strong debugging, diagnostic, and troubleshooting skills
Experience working with version control systems (Git, GitHub, or similar)
Strong knowledge of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices
Strong knowledge of OOP concepts and JAVA programming language
Experience with test automation frameworks such as Selenium
Good understanding of microservices architecture
Experience in working with test case management tools and defect-tracking systems
Strong analytical skills with an eye for detail and precision
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative, and Agile environment
Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to deliver results and meet challenging deadlines
Strong team player who contributes to team success and fosters knowledge sharing
Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or GCP is a plus