Senior Mobile QA Engineer | Remote Manual Testing Specialist
Remotely
Full-time
Are you passionate about ensuring flawless mobile user experiences? We're seeking an experienced Mobile Application QA Engineer with 3+ years of expertise in manual testing methodologies. You'll leverage cloud-based testing platforms to validate applications across multiple devices and operating systems while ensuring robust client-server interactions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and scenarios for iOS and Android applications, ensuring thorough coverage of all features and functionalities.
- Perform detailed manual testing including functional, regression, usability, and compatibility testing across diverse mobile environments.
- Utilize cloud-based testing platforms such as BrowserStack, AWS Device Farm, and Firebase Test Lab to validate application performance across device matrices.
- Verify and validate client-server interactions, API functionality, and data synchronization within mobile applications.
- Document and track bugs using industry-standard defect tracking systems like JIRA or Azure DevOps with precise reproduction steps.
- Collaborate with cross-functional development teams to troubleshoot issues and implement effective solutions for quality improvement.
- Conduct pre-release validation and post-release monitoring to ensure application stability in production environments.
- Participate actively in Agile ceremonies, contributing valuable QA insights to sprint planning and retrospectives.
- Perform exploratory testing to uncover edge cases, potential vulnerabilities, and unexpected user scenarios.
- Create detailed, well-structured test documentation that serves as a reliable reference for the development team and stakeholders.
Required Skills
- Minimum 3 years of experience in manual QA testing with specific focus on mobile applications (iOS and Android).
- Demonstrated proficiency with cloud-based mobile testing tools and platforms for effective cross-device validation.
- Thorough understanding of client-server interaction principles, RESTful APIs, and mobile data synchronization patterns.
- Experience testing on both iOS (iOS 16+) and Android (Android 12+) modern operating systems and devices.
- Comprehensive knowledge of mobile app development lifecycles and current testing methodologies.
- Superior bug identification, isolation, and reporting skills with attention to reproducibility details.
- Proficiency with test case management tools like TestRail, Zephyr, or qTest to maintain organized test suites.
- Experience evaluating applications across different screen sizes, resolutions, and hardware capabilities.
- Self-motivated work ethic suited for a remote environment while maintaining clear, consistent communication.
- Strong analytical thinking and systematic problem-solving approach to complex testing challenges.
- Exceptional attention to detail and documentation skills with clarity in written communication.
Nice to Have
- Basic understanding of automated testing frameworks such as Appium, XCTest, or Espresso for mobile applications.
- Experience with performance and load testing of mobile applications using tools like JMeter or Gatling.
- Knowledge of mobile security testing concepts including OWASP Mobile Top 10 vulnerabilities.
- Familiarity with CI/CD workflows and integration of QA processes within automated pipelines.
- Experience conducting accessibility testing to ensure mobile applications meet WCAG guidelines.
- Fundamental scripting skills in Python, JavaScript, or similar languages for test support automation.
- ISTQB certification or equivalent quality assurance credentials demonstrating professional knowledge.
- Hands-on experience with real device testing farms for hardware-specific validation scenarios.
- Understanding of native mobile app development frameworks like Swift, Kotlin, React Native, or Flutter.
Why Join Us
Join our forward-thinking team and contribute to mobile applications that impact millions of users globally. We offer a fully remote work environment, flexible hours that respect your time zone, and competitive compensation packages. Our collaborative culture values quality-driven development, meticulous attention to detail, and continuous professional growth. Be part of an organization that's committed to delivering exceptional mobile experiences through rigorous, thoughtful quality assurance.