Sr Software Test Engineer I

Role Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Engineer to support Quality Engineering teams in a disciplined Agile environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring software quality through manual and automated testing of API, web, and mobile applications, while collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams to drive product excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Provide support to Quality Engineering teams with a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and attention to detail in an Agile environment.

Research, analyze, and document testing findings and observations.

Influence engineering teams through clear communication of facts, best practices, policies, and testing standards.

Test complex API, web, and mobile-based applications integrated with database back-end systems.

Create, maintain, and execute automated test cases and test suites.

Review, diagnose, and track reported defects while ensuring overall system quality before customer releases.

Design, develop, maintain, and troubleshoot automated testing frameworks and continuous integration test pipelines.

Derive testing requirements throughout the software development lifecycle.

Reproduce, debug, isolate issues, and verify defect fixes.

Create and maintain testing artifacts including:

Test Plans

Test Cases

Test Procedures

Test Reports

Plan test schedules and testing strategies based on project scope and release timelines.

Review software documentation for technical accuracy, compliance, completeness, and risk mitigation.

Provide recommendations on software usability, performance, and functionality improvements.

Identify deviations from quality standards and recommend corrective actions.

Develop and define quality standards, methodologies, and release readiness criteria.

Conduct historical analysis of test results and quality metrics.

Collaborate with developers, product managers, and engineering stakeholders to diagnose issues and recommend solutions.

Mandatory Skills

Technical Skills

Strong experience in Automation Testing

Hands-on experience testing:

APIs (REST/SOAP)

Web Applications

Mobile Applications

Proficiency in automation tools such as:

Playwright/Selenium

Appium (preferred)

Experience with API testing tools:

Postman

Swagger

Rest Assured

Strong knowledge of:

Test Automation Framework Design

Test Case Management

Defect Lifecycle Management

Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)

Experience with version control systems such as Git

Good understanding of databases and ability to validate backend data using SQL queries

Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies

Experience working with defect tracking and test management tools such as:

Jira

Azure DevOps

TestRail

Programming Skills

Hands-on experience programming language:

Python

AI Tools experience is mandatory min

Quality & Process Skills

Test Planning and Test Strategy development

Risk-based testing approach

Regression, Functional, Integration, and End-to-End Testing

Root Cause Analysis and Defect Management

Release Readiness Assessment

Quality Metrics and Reporting

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.

Relevant experience in Software Quality Assurance and Test Automation.

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative Agile environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.

Experience with performance testing tools such as JMeter or LoadRunner.

ISTQB or equivalent QA certification.

Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.

Exposure to DevOps and CI/CD tools including Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps Pipelines.

Job location: Pune, Mumbai.

Work Type: Hybrid ( Thrice a week from the office)

ConnectWise is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. ConnectWise provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, marital status, familial or parental status, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.