Position Summary
The SQAE is an individual contributor role responsible for executing functional testing and validating business workflows within web and enterprise applications, preferably in banking or financial services environments.
The role focuses on ensuring system behavior aligns with defined business requirements, including validation of end-to-end workflows, transaction processing, and data integrity across integrated systems. The position operates in a structured, fast-paced delivery environment and requires close coordination with Product, Engineering, and business stakeholders.
The role contributes to quality assurance outcomes through disciplined test execution, accurate defect reporting, and adherence to established QA processes, compliance standards, and release timelines.
Key Responsibilities
Execute functional and regression testing with focus on business workflows, transaction scenarios, and system behavior validation
Analyze business and functional requirements and translate them into structured test scenarios, test cases, and test data
Validate system functionality against defined business rules, expected outcomes, and acceptance criteria
Perform functional, regression, smoke, sanity, and exploratory testing across features, modules, and releases
Identify, log, track, and retest defects with clear reproduction steps, impact assessment, and supporting evidence
Coordinate with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Engineering teams to clarify requirements and resolve defects
Participate in sprint ceremonies, requirement discussions, and defect triage sessions
Validate bug fixes and perform regression testing to ensure system stability and consistency
Perform API testing using tools such as Postman and validate responses against functional and integration requirements
Conduct database validation using SQL queries to verify data accuracy and integrity
Validate end-to-end data flow and consistency across systems, particularly in transaction-based and integrated workflows
Support release readiness by ensuring completion of assigned testing scope and providing clear status updates
Maintain accurate test documentation, execution records, and defect tracking artifacts
Escalate risks, issues, and blockers in a timely and structured manner
Follow QA standards, STLC practices, and organizational delivery and compliance guidelines
Soft Skills
Strong ownership and accountability for assigned testing scope and deliverables
Clear and structured communication with technical and business stakeholders
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
High attention to detail in validating workflows, transactions, and data
Ability to manage priorities and timelines in a delivery-driven environment
Professional and collaborative approach to cross-functional teamwork
Experience
5 years of experience in Software Quality Assurance
Strong experience in functional, regression, smoke, sanity, and exploratory testing
Knowledge and practical exposure to AI-based applications and AI-assisted QA tools is preferred, including their use for requirement analysis, test case preparation, defect analysis, and testing support.
Proven experience in validating business workflows, system behavior, and end-to-end functional scenarios
Hands-on experience in API testing and database validation
Experience in defect analysis, logging, retesting, and regression validation
Experience in requirement analysis, test scenario identification, and risk assessment
Experience working in Agile, Scrum, Hybrid, or project-based delivery environments
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams during sprint cycles and release activities
Exposure to transaction-based systems and data validation across integrated platforms
Preferred: Experience in banking, financial services, or fintech domain, with understanding of transaction flows and business processes
Technical Skills
Functional, Regression, Smoke, Sanity, and Exploratory Testing
Test Case Design, Review, and Execution
Defect Analysis, Tracking, Retesting, and Regression Validation
API Testing (Postman / REST basics)
Database Validation (SQL queries)
Data validation and consistency checks across integrated systems
Understanding of STLC, defect lifecycle, and QA governance practices
Agile / Scrum and project-based delivery models
Familiarity with automation testing concepts and execution
Tools: JIRA, Azure, TestRail, Zephyr, or equivalent test management tools
AI-assisted QA tools: Practical knowledge of AI tools for requirement analysis, test scenario/test case generation, defect analysis, and QA documentation.
Languages
English: Fluent (Professional Working Proficiency)
Certifications
ISTQB Foundation Level (CTFL) – Preferred