QA Engineer (Крюківщина)

We are looking for a hands-on QA Engineer to support quality across our project, which includes Linux-based systems, web applications, and embedded devices.

You will combine structured manual testing with scripting and test automation. The role includes creating test plans, investigating defects, writing automated checks and utility scripts, and working closely with developers throughout the release process. You do not need to be an expert in every part of the technology stack, but you should be comfortable learning new systems and using automation to make testing more reliable and efficient.

Responsibilities:

Manual Testing

Create and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts for functional, regression, integration, and exploratory testing

Perform hands-on testing of web applications, Linux-based systems, and connected or embedded devices

Explore edge cases, usability issues, browser compatibility, and common failure scenarios

Clearly document, triage, and track defects

Work with developers to reproduce issues, verify fixes, and improve testability

Help investigate production and field issues using logs and other available diagnostic information

Participate in on-device and hardware-assisted testing where required

Scripting and Automation

Build and maintain automated tests for APIs, user interfaces, system workflows, and regression scenarios

Write practical test scripts and utilities using Python, Bash, or a similar language

Integrate automated checks into CI/CD pipelines

Review test results, investigate failures, and improve the reliability of automated suites

Identify repetitive manual checks that are good candidates for automation

Gradually expand automated coverage while retaining exploratory and risk-based manual testing

Assist with basic performance and load testing when needed

Quality Process

Maintain test documentation, test cases, known issues, and coverage information

Provide QA input during planning, development, and release-readiness discussions

Communicate quality risks and test results clearly to developers and product stakeholders

Collaborate with developers to introduce testing earlier in the development process

Help improve team testing practices and tools

Support other QA team members with test design and automation when needed

Requirements

3+ years of practical experience in software QA Automation(UI and API)

Strong manual testing fundamentals, including test-case design, exploratory testing, regression testing, and clear defect reporting

Experience testing at least one of the following:Web applications and REST APIs

Linux-based applications or systems

Embedded, IoT, or connected devices

Ability to write and maintain scripts in Python, Bash, JavaScript, or a similar language

Some hands-on experience with a test automation tool or framework, such as pytest, Robot Framework, Selenium, Playwright, or Cypress

Familiarity with Git and standard development workflows, including branches, pull requests, and code reviews

Basic experience with CI/CD systems such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins

Comfortable working with logs, command-line tools, browser developer tools, and API-testing tools

Experience using a defect-tracking or test-management system such as Jira, TestRail, Xray, or a similar tool

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively with developers and product stakeholders

Willingness to learn unfamiliar systems, tools, and hardware

Nice to Have

Strong Python or Bash scripting skills for test tooling and automation

Experience testing across more than one of the following areas: web, Linux, embedded, or IoT

Experience with Docker or Kubernetes in test and staging environments

Familiarity with Linux troubleshooting tools such as journalctl, strace, and system logs

Basic security-testing or fuzzing experience

Experience working in regulated or safety-sensitive industries

English proficiency B1+ (Intermediate) or higher