QA Engineer (Manual Testing)

About the Role We are looking for a detail-oriented QA Engineer with strong experience in manual testing to help ensure the quality, stability, and reliability of our web applications and platforms. You will play a critical role in identifying issues, validating functionality, improving testing processes, and collaborating closely with developers, product teams, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software releases. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, has strong analytical skills, and takes ownership of software quality. * **Location:** Dubai * **Employment Type:** Full-time * **Work Model:** On-site / Hybrid / Remote * **Experience:** 3+ years * **Visa:** Provided (if applicable) Key Responsibilities * Perform manual testing of web applications, APIs, and platform features * Create and maintain detailed test cases, test plans, and testing documentation * Execute functional, regression, smoke, exploratory, and usability testing * Identify, document, and track bugs with clear reproduction steps * Validate fixes and perform retesting before production releases * Conduct API testing using Postman or similar tools * Collaborate closely with developers, product owners, and QA team members * Participate in sprint planning, requirement analysis, and release testing * Ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility * Assist in improving QA processes, workflows, and release quality * Perform data validation and basic database testing using SQL queries * Contribute to maintaining high product quality standards Required Skills & Experience Core QA Skills * Proven experience in Manual Testing – Mid/Senior level * Strong understanding of QA methodologies and software testing principles * Solid knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) * Experience writing detailed test cases, bug reports, and test documentation * Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail Testing Experience * Experience with functional, regression, smoke, and exploratory testing * Experience testing web applications and APIs * Familiarity with API testing tools such as Postman * Good understanding of responsive, cross-browser, and cross-device testing Tools & Technical Knowledge * Familiarity with bug tracking and test management tools such as Jira, TestRail, Zephyr, or similar * Basic knowledge of SQL for data validation and backend verification * Experience with Git workflows is a plus * Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development environments Additional Experience * Experience in the iGaming industry is a plus * If no iGaming experience, candidate must show willingness and openness to learn the business Technical KnowledgeStrong understanding of: * QA best practices and testing methodologies * Test case design techniques and bug lifecycle management * User acceptance testing (UAT) support * Web application behavior and API validation * Risk-based testing and release validation * Software release processes and quality assurance standards Experience with: * Manual testing across multiple environments * Browser developer tools for debugging * SQL queries for backend validation * Defect tracking and reporting workflows Nice to Have * Experience with automation testing tools is a plus * Basic scripting knowledge is an advantage * Experience testing payment systems or transactional platforms * Experience in high-traffic or real-time platforms * Familiarity with CI/CD and release workflows * Understanding of security and performance testing concepts What We’re Looking For * Strong attention to detail and quality mindset * Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills * Ability to work independently and collaboratively * Strong communication and documentation skills * Ownership mindset and proactive attitude * Comfortable working in fast-paced, high-performance environments * Passion for delivering reliable and high-quality software Job Type: Full-time Application Question(s): * Can you describe a critical bug or production issue you identified during testing? How did you investigate it, report it, and ensure it was resolved properly? Please answer based on your personal experience only — AI-generated or copied answers are not accepted. * How do you approach testing a new feature from start to finish, including test planning, execution, and communication with developers or product teams? Please provide a genuine practical example from your own work experience. AI-generated answers are not accepted. Experience: * work: 4 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person