Manual QA Engineer

About Company

Our client is a leading provider of software solutions for real estate photographers. Their mission is to help these professionals streamline and scale their businesses allowing them to grow from solo entrepreneurs to market leaders. They are trusted by top real estate photography businesses mostly in the US Canada Australia and other countries for their expertise and worldclass software which simplifies project management from scheduling to delivery.
At the company their team spans the US Latin America and Eastern Europe fostering a polite relaxed work atmosphere with minimal bureaucracy. They value flexibility and trust their team to own their projects which makes personal responsibility and accountability crucial for success in this setup.
This role is critical for the companys success. As a Manual QA Engineer you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of their platform through meticulous testing and validation processes. Youll contribute to a highgrowth environment where your efforts directly impact customer satisfaction and help them maintain their position as the industry standard. As the company continues to grow youll have opportunities to expand your role contribute to process improvements and potentially explore leadership roles in QA or other crossfunctional areas.

What Youll Do:

• Develop and execute thorough and creative manual test plans including regression integration usability and exploratory testing.
• Perform all testing primarily on web applications ensuring optimal functionality and user experience.
• Create detailed test checklists and test cases on the fly when testing new features adapting to evolving requirements.
• Collaborate with the development team to debug and resolve issues efficiently.
• Own the quality assurance process proactively identifying edge cases and ensuring comprehensive coverage.
• Provide testing signoff for production launches ensuring all features meet quality standards.
• Identify and log bugs with clear actionable details and track their resolution with developers.
• Prioritize tasks effectively and manage your time independently to meet deadlines.
• Continuously improve QA processes and maintain organized detailed documentation of your work.
• Participate in planning and grooming meetings.

Its a Match If You Have:

• At least 3 years of experience as a Manual QA Engineer working in Agile/Scrum environments with crossfunctional teams.
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in English (B2 minimum C1 preferred) for clear communication with international teams and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of HTML CSS and Chrome DevTools to identify frontend issues.
• Experience collaborating with designers using tools like Figma to validate design implementation.
• Familiarity with Firebase and Mongo DB.
• Experience with at least 1 tracking tool (preferably Jira or ClickUp).
• Proven ability to work effectively with partially written requirements or limited documentation.
• Strong skills in creating test plans test cases and checklists from scratch.
• A proactive mindset and a desire to take ownership of responsibilities excellent time management and prioritization skills.
• High selfdiscipline and a proven ability to work independently without needing constant supervision.
• Comfort and experience working in an international environment with team members across multiple time zones and cultural backgrounds.

Nice to Have:

• Previous experience working in a startup environment.
• Familiarity with real estate or project management software.
• Familiarity with payment platforms like Stripe automation tools like Zapier and accounting tools like QuickBooks or Xero.
• Experience with basic automation testing tools or an interest in learning them.

Performance Metrics and Success

Expected Outcomes in the First 36 Months:

• Successful testing and signoff for at least two production releases ensuring all features meet quality standards.
• Creation of a robust repeatable QA process tailored to the companys needs including comprehensive test documentation.
• Establishment of a proactive working relationship with the development team enabling efficient debugging and issue resolution.
• Consistent delivery of highquality test coverage and actionable feedback contributing to the overall stability and reliability of the platform.

Why Youll Love Working Here:

• Competitive salary.
• A remotefirst work model with flexible hours allowing you to manage your own time.
• Growth opportunities within a rapidly scaling startup.
• Highimpact role where your contributions are visible and valued.
• Trust and autonomy to own your work and processes.
• Collaborative diverse and inclusive team environment.
• No bureaucracy a focus on efficiency and getting things done.
• Opportunities to develop new skills and expand responsibilities.