Middle Manual QA Engineer

Overview Brights is a growing software development company of about 100 specialists. Since 2011, our team has implemented 300+ projects for clients from 15 countries, focusing primarily on North America, Europe, and the Middle East. We don’t like bureaucracy and strict vertical organizational structures. Role We are looking for a proactive and self-driven Middle QAEngineer to join our team. The ideal candidate is comfortable working on different types of projects and technology stacks and is passionate about ensuring the highest product quality. You will collaborate closely with developers and clients to create seamless and positive user experiences in the solutions we build for our clients. Key Responsibilities Perform thorough testing of web applications, including UI/UX, functional, and cross-browser testing Design and execute comprehensive test cases for complex backend logic, REST APIs, and database operations Work extensively with various data stores (SQL, e.g., PostgreSQL, and NoSQL) to ensure data integrity, validate data transformations, and perform complex queries for testing purposes Take responsibility for ensuring high-quality deliverables within assigned projects Write clear and detailed bug reports, perform root cause analysis by investigating logs, and trace issues across different system layers Work with the development team and clients to clarify requirements, discuss testing strategies, and report on results Actively participate in the development lifecycle (planning sessions, daily syncs, retrospectives) Requirements 2+ years of commercial experience as a QA Engineer Strong practical experience in API testing (REST) and a deep understanding of its principles Advanced proficiency with Postman, including creating and managing complex collections, using variables, and writing test scripts (JavaScript) Strong SQL skills (PostgreSQL preferred) with the ability to write complex queries for data validation and manipulation Experience with browser DevTools and web debugging proxies (e.g., Charles, Fiddler) Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript Confident written and spoken English (B2 level or above) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage tasks independently and handle multiple priorities Would be a plus Experience with test automation using frameworks like Cypress or Playwright with TypeScript/JavaScript Experience with performance testing (e.g., JMeter, k6) and analyzing metrics (e.g., Grafana, AWS services) Proficiency in a scripting language (e.g., JavaScript, Python) for test data generation or task automation Basic knowledge of web security testing principles and tools (e.g., OWASP ZAP) We offer Transparent financial motivation Remote workplace or a comfortable office in the center of Kyiv 18 working days of paid leave annually Unlimited sick days Salary review twice a year Work equipment, such as laptops, monitors, and accessories (only for candidates located in Ukraine) Compensation for our English-speaking club— 100% Compensation for any AI tool of your choice— 100% Compensation for coworking spaces— 100% Compensation for gym memberships and professional courses— 50% (after the trial period) Compensation for any English courses— 50% (after the trial period) Compensation for sessions with a psychologist— 50% (after the trial period) Medical insurance (after the trial period) Interview Stages Screening Interview Technical Interview Job Offer If you’re ready to take ownership of HR in a growing tech company and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you Our hiring team will carefully review all applications, and we will reach out to you if your CV is shortlisted for the next stage. #J-18808-Ljbffr