Role Summary

We are looking for a Test Engineer with an interest in the telecom domain to design, execute, and document test cases across functional, regression, and integration testing for OSS/BSS and network platform engagements. This is a hands-on testing role — you will work under the guidance of the Test Lead to validate features against requirements, log and track defects, and contribute to growing test automation coverage.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business and technical requirements to identify test scenarios.
• Prepare and execute test cases, test scripts, and test scenarios.
• Perform functional, integration, system, regression, and end-to-end testing.
• Identify, document, track, and retest software defects.
• Collaborate with developers to investigate and resolve defects.
• Maintain test data and testing environments.
• Participate in requirement reviews and provide testing inputs.
• Perform API testing and database validation where required.
• Develop and maintain automated test scripts where applicable.
• Execute regression test suites for application releases.
• Report test execution status, defects, risks, and testing progress.
• Support UAT and production validation activities.
• Perform root-cause analysis for recurring defects.
• Ensure testing activities are completed within project timelines.
• Follow QA standards, processes, and best practices.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and automation.

Primary Skills

• Manual / Functional Testing
• Test Case Design and Execution
• Regression Testing
• Integration and System Testing
• Defect Management
• SDLC and STLC
• Agile / Scrum
• Jira / Azure DevOps
• API Testing – Postman / REST API
• SQL / Database Testing
• Basic Test Automation – Selenium / Cypress / Playwright

Secondary Skills

• Automation Frameworks
• Java / Python / JavaScript
• REST Assured
• Git / GitHub / GitLab
• CI/CD – Jenkins / Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions
• Performance Testing – JMeter / LoadRunner
• BDD / Cucumber
• Mobile Testing – Appium
• Cloud Platforms – AWS / Azure / GCP
• Docker / Kubernetes – basic knowledge
• Basic understanding of security testing

Required Technical Skills

• Good understanding of SDLC and STLC.
• Strong knowledge of software testing methodologies and techniques.
• Experience creating effective test cases and test scenarios.
• Good understanding of defect life cycle.
• Hands-on experience with test management and defect tracking tools.
• Knowledge of API testing and HTTP/REST concepts.
• Ability to write basic-to-intermediate SQL queries.
• Understanding of web application testing and browser compatibility.
• Exposure to test automation tools and frameworks is preferred.
• Good understanding of Agile/Scrum development practices.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work effectively with developers and cross-functional teams.
• Good time-management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team.
• Willingness to learn new tools and technologies.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3-7 years of experience in manual and/or automated software testing.
• Exposure to telecom domains such as OSS/BSS (order management, service assurance, billing/mediation) or network-related applications is a plus.
• Working knowledge of test automation tools (Selenium, Playwright, or similar) and scripting basics (Java/Python).
• Familiarity with API testing tools (Postman, RestAssured, SoapUI).
• Experience with test management/defect-tracking tools (JIRA, Zephyr, ALM, or similar).
• Basic understanding of SQL for data validation during testing.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum delivery practices.
• Good analytical skills, attention to detail, and clear defect-reporting/documentation habits.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.