The Junior Software Quality Engineer will perform desktop application testing, validation of patches and packages, and contribute to automation, ensuring quality and functionality.
Job Description
Junior Software Quality Engineer (SQE)
Location: New York (Onsite)
Duration: 12 months
Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and detail oriented Junior QA Analyst / Junior Software Quality Engineer with 1–3 years of experience in software testing, specifically focused on desktop application testing. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast paced environment, performing patch and package testing, validating builds and upgrades, and contributing to automation using Playwright and QA automation frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform desktop based application testing, ensuring functionality, stability, and user experience quality.
- Conduct patch testing, package testing, and build/upgrade validation to ensure smooth releases.
- Execute test cases, log defects, track issues, and collaborate with development teams for resolution.
- Utilize Playwright and basic QA automation concepts to support automation efforts (training/support available).
- Participate in regression testing cycles and release readiness checks.
- Support the QA team in documentation of test results, test plans, and test scenarios.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of QA processes and testing efficiency.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 1–3 years of QA/SQE experience, preferably in desktop based application testing.
- Understanding of patch testing, package testing, build validation, and installation/upgrade testing workflows.
- Basic to intermediate knowledge of Playwright or other QA automation frameworks.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow structured testing processes.
- Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and meet tight timelines.
Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)
- Exposure to CI/CD pipelines or any automation tooling.
- Familiarity with defect management tools (JIRA, Azure DevOps, etc.).
- Basic scripting knowledge (Python/JavaScript) is a plus.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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