Manual QA Engineer

Job Description Ciklum is looking for a Manual QA Engineer to join our team full-time in India. We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live. About the role: We are seeking a highly skilled Manual QA Engineer to drive quality engineering initiatives across complex, scalable systems in the financial technology domain. This is a key position in a high-impact agile environment, where you will be responsible for developing robust automated test strategies and ensuring software quality in enterprise-grade applications. Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices and APIs using Java 11+, Spring Boot, and Spring WebFlux - Build, enhance, and support RESTful and SOAP services with robust data handling - Develop and maintain frontend components using JSF, ensuring a seamless user experience - Implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and manage deployments to servers like Tomcat, Netty, or Pivotal Cloud Foundry - Work with Kafka for event-driven architecture and Drools for business rule management - Use Apache Freemarker for dynamic templating where needed - Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in an Agile/SAFe environment, participating in PI planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives - Guide and mentor junior engineers to uphold quality and performance standards - Conduct code reviews, debug complex issues, and ensure high availability of services in production Requirements: - 7+ years of experience in software quality assurance and test automation - Hands-on expertise with Java-based test automation, Selenium, Cucumber, TestNG, and RestAssured - Strong knowledge of API testing tools and techniques (Postman, SoapUI, Insomnia) - Experience with version control and CI/CD tools like Git/Bitbucket, Jenkins, or similar - Proficiency in Core Java, Maven, and integrated development environments (e.g., IntelliJ) - Excellent understanding of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes - Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams - Exposure to enterprise-scale applications, preferably in regulated environments like finance or payments Desirable: - Working knowledge of cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) - Experience with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, LoadRunner) - Familiarity with SAFe Agile or similar scaled agile frameworks - Knowledge of test coverage strategies and shift-left practices What's in it for you - Strong community: Work alongside top professionals in a friendly, open-door environment - Growth focus: Take on large-scale projects with a global impact and expand your expertise - Tailored learning: Boost your skills with internal events (meetups, conferences, workshops), Udemy access, language courses, and company-paid certifications - Endless opportunities: Explore diverse domains through internal mobility, finding the best fit to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies - Care: We've got you covered with company-paid medical insurance, mental health support, and financial & legal consultations About us: At Ciklum, we are always exploring innovations, empowering each other to achieve more, and engineering solutions that matter. With us, you'll work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and be part of a One Team culture that values collaboration and progress. India is a strategic innovation hub for Ciklum, with growing teams in Chennai and Pune leading advancements in EdgeTech, AR/VR, IoT, and beyond. Join us to collaborate on game-changing solutions and take your career to the next level. Want to learn more about us Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn. Explore, empower, engineer with Ciklum Experiences of tomorrow. Engineered together Interested already We would love to get to know you Submit your application. Can't wait to see you at Ciklum.