What does a test engineer do?

Test engineers can test and identify any potential issues or glitches before they become larger problems in business operations, ultimately saving your company time and money in the long run. By having a skilled test engineer on your team, you can ensure that your products are of the highest quality and meet customer expectations.

Test engineers are also called ‘test specialists’ or ‘quality assurance engineers’. These professionals have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and are highly detail-oriented. Mostly, test engineers are seen in information technology (IT) industry to test codes and software.

The roles and responsibilities of test engineers also include implementing new test methodologies, diagnose defects, and improve the product before market release. They work closely with product developers and other teams to ensure the company’s products meet quality standards and consumer expectations, and thus, ensure client retention and drive business growth.

Job Description: Template

Our tech team is the driving force of our business, building custom solutions that help our clients grow their customer base. We are looking for a skilled test engineer for our team at [Company X] — who will help us test our products and maintain the highest quality standards for our clients.

If you have an eye for detail, with a mind for identifying and solving critical product issues, you are the right fit for us. The role has a fast growth trajectory and offers enviable perks to deserving candidates. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates of all backgrounds to apply. 

Objectives of this role

  • You aim to ensure the highest quality of our CRM software by developing and executing tests to detect and report any errors in the product.
  • You will work on developing suitable testing plans and frameworks that align with our customers.
  • You will also be responsible for coordinating with several functions and teams to incorporate necessary product changes.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure test runs and results within the given time frame.
  • Develop and execute test plans to validate software functionality against requirements and specifications.
  • Identify, report and track software defects and issues.
  • Perform functional, performance, security and regression testing of software products.
  • Report test results and defects to the development team and other stakeholders and work on their resolution.
  • Provide suggestions and feedback to improve the quality of the software development process across teams.
  • Stay updated with the latest testing tools, techniques, and methodologies.

Required skills and qualifications

  • You have a degree in computer science, engineering, or similar technical certifications.
  • You have at least 2-3 years of experience in testing, quality assurance or similar roles, preferably in a SaaS or tech consultancy business.
  • You have excellent problem-solving skills, an analytical mindset, and strong communication skills.

Preferred skills and qualifications

  • Skilled in testing tools such as JIRA, Selenium, Appium, and other testing frameworks to develop and execute tests.
  • Certifications such as ISTQB (International Software Testing Qualifications Board) and CSTE (Certified Software Tester).