Quality Analyst- Manual

Job SummaryWe are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Quality Analyst – Manual with 4+ years of experience in testing web and API-based applications. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in manual testing methodologies, API validation, and SQL-based data testing. This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver flawless software releases.Responsibilities Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for new and existing features. Conduct functional, regression, smoke, and exploratory testing to ensure product quality. Perform API testing using tools like Postman and validate RESTful endpoints. Write and execute SQL queries to validate backend data and ensure data integrity. Identify, log, and track defects using test management tools such as Jira and Zephyr. Collaborate with developers and product managers to reproduce issues and verify fixes. Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives as part of Agile/Scrum cycles. Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes and best practices. Document test results, user scenarios, and quality metrics clearly and accurately.Core Technical Skills (Must Have) Manual Testing Expertise: Functional, regression, UAT, and exploratory testing. API Testing Tools: Proficiency in Postman or similar tools for REST API testing. SQL Skills: Ability to write and execute queries for data validation and backend testing. Test Management Tools: Experience with Jira, Zephyr, or equivalent. Agile/Scrum: Familiarity with sprint-based testing and continuous feedback cycles. Problem Solving: Strong analytical and debugging skills with attention to detail.Good To Have Skills Basic understanding of automation tools like Selenium or Playwright. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (Git). Awareness of cloud-based environments such as AWS or Azure.About Aumni TechworksAumni Techworks, established in 2016, is a Software Services Company that partners with Product companies to build and manage their dedicated teams in India. So, while you are working for a services company, you are working within a product team and growing with them. We do not take projects, and we have long term (open ended) contracts with our clients. When our clients sign up with us, they are looking at a multi-year relationship. For e.g. Some of the clients we signed up 8 or 6 years, are still with us. We do not move people across client teams and there is no concept of bench. At Aumni, we believe in quality work, and we truly believe that Indian talent is at par with someone in NY, London or Germany. 300+ and growing.Benefits Of Working At Aumni Techworks Our award-winning culture reminds us of our engineering days. Medical insurance (including Parents), Life and Disability insurance 24 leaves + 10 public holidays + leaves for Hospitalization, maternity, paternity and bereavement. On site Gym, TT, Carrom, Foosball and Pool table Hybrid work culture Fitness group / rewards Friday Socials, Annual parties, treks.