Junior QA Automation Engineer

About the Company

ZAGENO offers the largest life sciences lab supply marketplace. Our one-stop shop helps scientists, lab managers, and procurement leaders compare products, source alternatives, track deliveries, and communicate order statuses in real time, accelerating innovation by saving valuable time. Leveraging advanced AI, ZAGENO enhances supply chain resilience and makes the customer experience superior, seamlessly integrating with existing systems to boost productivity and make online shopping for research materials convenient, efficient, and reliable. We are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a supportive, and dynamic work environment. 

About the Role 

We are looking for a Junior QA Automation Engineer to join us in ensuring the quality and performance of our cutting-edge products and services.

Role Overview:

As a Junior QA Automation Engineer, you will work closely with our development and product teams to ensure that our applications and systems meet the highest standards of quality. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the automation and testing process from day one, focusing on both functional and non-functional testing in an agile environment. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (developers, product managers) to review business and technical requirements and provide feedback on test approaches.
• Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts for web applications and APIs to ensure product reliability and performance.
• Assist in creating detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test plans, test cases, and test data.
• Conduct both white-box and black-box testing, ensuring that all test coverage is met.
• Identify, document, and track defects from initial discovery through to resolution.
• Actively participate in daily standups, sprint planning, and other Agile ceremonies.
• Contribute to improving and optimizing test automation processes and tools.
• Track and report quality assurance metrics, such as defect densities, and provide insights into the testing process.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and new testing tools, technologies, and best practices.

Requirements:

• 1-3 years of experience in software quality assurance, with a focus on test automation.
• Familiarity with QA methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Hands-on experience with automation testing tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, or similar).
• Basic experience with white-box and black-box testing techniques.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and their application in the software development lifecycle.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and comprehensive test plans and test cases.
• Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git).
• Basic understanding of performance testing and/or security testing is a plus.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is a plus, but not required.

About You:

• You are curious and excited about learning new tools, technologies, and best practices in QA and automation.
• You have strong communication skills and can explain complex technical concepts in a clear, simple manner.

• This role requires working from the office on a hybrid model, with in-office days on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.