Junior QA Engineer

About Veriforce and Role Overview

Veriforce develops innovative software technologies aimed at fostering safer workplaces globally. Our platform aids over 50,000 organizations in managing compliance effectively, supporting clients, suppliers, contractors, and partners worldwide. We are seeking a Junior Software Development Engineer in Test (Junior QA Engineer) to enhance the quality and reliability of our software products through manual and automated testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with developers, product teams, and Scrum members to comprehend requirements and acceptance criteria.
• Design, document, and update comprehensive test cases and scenarios.
• Conduct manual functional, regression, integration, and exploratory tests.
• Verify functionalities of new features, enhancements, customizations, and system integrations.
• Detect, document, and track software defects with clear reproduction steps.
• Perform retesting of resolved bugs and execute regression tests prior to releases.
• Assist business stakeholders during User Acceptance Testing for validating new functionalities.
• Maintain precise records of test cases, outcomes, and identified issues.
• Develop and uphold automated test scripts guided by senior team members, employing tools like Playwright or Cypress.
• Analyze automated test results and troubleshoot failures.
• Enhance automated coverage on critical user workflows.
• Adopt and propagate test automation standards and best development practices.
• Integrate automated tests within continuous integration and delivery pipelines.
• Test APIs, data flows, and system interactions using relevant tools.
• Collaborate with developers to resolve data or integration related defects.
• Ensure data consistency and accuracy across systems and environments.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Engage proactively with developers to detect and resolve quality concerns early in development cycles.
• Contribute insights regarding test coverage, product risks, and readiness for release.
• Support setup and upkeep of test environments and test data.
• Gain knowledge and receive mentoring through code reviews and pairing sessions.
• Stay updated on emerging testing technologies, tools, and methodologies.
• Offer suggestions to enhance testing efficiency, reliability, and overall product quality.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or related fields.
• Between 1 to 2 years of experience in software testing, quality assurance, or development.
• Hands-on exposure to test automation via professional roles, internships, academic, or personal projects.
• Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies is advantageous.
• Understanding of software testing principles and software development life cycle.
• Proficient in creating and executing manual test cases.
• Familiarity with test automation platforms like Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, or similar tools.
• Basic programming/scripting skills in languages such as JavaScript, TypeScript, C#, or Java.
• Knowledge of API testing tools such as Postman is a plus.
• Basic understanding of REST APIs, JSON structures, and data validation.
• Awareness of CI/CD pipeline concepts and continuous testing approaches is beneficial.
• Experience with defect tracking and test management tools like Jira and TestRail.
• Advantageous to have tested Salesforce or other SaaS solutions, though not mandatory.
• Strong attention to detail with commitment to quality delivery.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Team-oriented mindset with eagerness to learn and seek feedback.
• Skillful in managing workload and priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Passionate about software functionality and eager to enhance technical expertise.
• Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement.

Benefits and Culture

• Hybrid work policy supporting flexibility to perform at your best.
• Integrated mental health and wellness resources.
• Starting vacation allotment of three weeks, plus wellness and giving back days.
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits.
• Year-end company-wide shutdown to recharge.
• Access to learning platforms for professional growth and upskilling.

Additional Information and Equal Opportunity Statement

We welcome applicants who may not meet all listed criteria but demonstrate aptitude and potential for growth. Our recruitment process is designed to support candidates' development and success. We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment, promoting equality regardless of gender identity, race, disability, ethnicity, or other protected characteristics.

Recruitment Process

• Application feedback within 15 working days.
• Initial screening call with recruiter.
• First round interview via video call.
• Follow-up interview with key role stakeholders.
• Accommodations available to ensure candidates perform their best during hiring.