Senior Quality Assurance Engineer

EnCode is a cutting-edge software company strategically headquartered in Islamabad, serving as the dynamic tech extension of our Berlin-based parent company. We specialize in providing top-notch software solutions to clients across Europe. EnCode's mission is to empower software specialists by providing them with a stable and collaborative working environment where they can share knowledge and build innovative solutions. To strengthen our growing team the following Full-time position for QA Engineer is open for immediate start:As a Quality Assurance Tester, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring our software products meet rigorous quality standards. You will design and execute both manual and automated tests, collaborate closely with developers and product managers, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our testing processes. This is a full-time position ideal for individuals with a keen eye for detail and a passion for quality.Key Responsibilities:Test Planning & Execution: Develop, document, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts for our software applications.API TestingPerform comprehensive API testing using tools such as Postman, SoapUI, or similar.Validate API responses, data integrity, and error handling.Manual & Automated Testing:Execute manual tests to validate functionality, performance, and reliability of applications.Assist in the development and maintenance of automated test scripts (experience with automation tools is a plus).Defect Identification: Perform manual and automated testing to identify, reproduce, and accurately document software defects.Collaboration: Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of issues and continuous product improvement.Documentation: Maintain up-to-date testing documentation and track test progress, results, and metrics.Process Improvement: Participate in reviews and contribute ideas for enhancing testing methodologies and overall software quality.Quality Assurance:Ensure that all software releases meet quality standards and comply with the requirements.Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies to enhance overall product quality.Key Requirements:Experience: Proven experience in software testing or quality assurance roles.Technical Skills:Solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and testing methodologies.Experience with automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, JIRA, TestRail) is highly desirable.Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a meticulous attention to detail.Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in German is an advantage.Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field—or equivalent practical experience.Methodologies: Familiarity with agile/scrum development practices.