QA Engineer Manual & Automation

Job Description: • QA Engineer • Remote • We are hiring a Manual QA Engineer to join us at the start of a critical platform transformation. • This is a hands-on testing role focused on validating the functionality and accuracy of our web and mobile front-ends, as well as our report outputs (via web and Excel). • The initial focus is manual testing — but with a strong emphasis on structure, repeatability, and preparing for future automation. • You’ll be responsible for systematically building out a library of test cases and working closely with developers, product, and data teams to ensure we deliver high-quality outputs across a fast-evolving platform. • As the platform matures, we intend to automate this test library — and you’ll have the opportunity to shape, own, and lead that transition if you’re ready for it. • Key responsibilities • Manually test web and mobile applications to validate functionality and catch regressions • Validate structured data outputs in Excel and web-based reports • Maintain a structured test library covering key user workflows and edge cases • Identify or recommend tools that support repeatable, efficient manual testing • Work with developers and product managers to understand requirements and test implications • Record and track issues using Jira, and document test processes in Confluence or similar tools • Participate in sprint ceremonies (planning, stand-ups, retrospectives) • Help lay the foundation for future automation by ensuring tests are clear, repeatable and prioritised Requirements: • Approximately 5 years’ experience in QA/testing roles, preferably in start-ups and/or data-focused environments • Strong manual testing skills across web and mobile applications • Ability to verify data accuracy in structured reports (e.g. Excel outputs, dashboards) • Experience writing and maintaining test cases or test documentation • Comfortable working in Jira, Confluence or similar platforms • Experience working cross-functionally with developers, product, and data teams • Initiative and problem ownership — ability to work with limited direction and drive outcomes • A structured, meticulous approach to testing and issue reporting • Nice to haves • Experience in transitioning from manual to automated testing • Familiarity with QA test case management tools • Exposure to test automation frameworks such as automated Android and Web UI testing • Exposure to integration testing and pipelines • Basic application debugging skills (we use React, Python and Java) • Interest in or prior exposure to scientific or data-centric domains Benefits: