Lead QA Engineer

About FYERS

FYERS is a tech-first, self-funded, and profitable stockbroking company that's been redefining the retail trading experience in India since 2015. We've built our entire trading platform in-house, enabling us to innovate rapidly and build exactly what traders and investors need.

With tools like FIA (FYERS Intelligent Assistant) and FIA GPT, we're leveraging AI to transform how people interact with financial markets—bringing personalization, natural language execution, and automation to everyday traders.

If you're passionate about financial markets, product quality, and thrive in fast-paced environments—FYERS is the place for you.

Role Overview

We're looking for a Lead QA Engineer with strong expertise in manual testing, especially in API testing, who can help ensure the stability and reliability of our trading platforms. This role will involve testing complex financial systems, backend services, and APIs that power everything from order execution to portfolio management.

You'll lead hands-on QA efforts while working closely with cross-functional teams in product, engineering, and business, ensuring a smooth and error-free experience for thousands of daily users.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the manual QA strategy for backend APIs, trading systems, and web/mobile interfaces.
• Create, execute, and maintain detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured test cases.
• Drive API testing efforts using tools like Postman, Swagger, or similar.
• Collaborate with developers, product managers, and stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure thorough test coverage.
• Perform regression, integration, sanity, smoke, and UAT testing.
• Identify, log, and track bugs using tools like JIRA, and work closely with developers for resolution.
• Validate real-time data scenarios, trading flows, risk checks, and transactional integrity.
• Ensure high-quality releases through solid documentation and sign-off processes.
• Mentor and guide junior QA members in best practices and structured testing approaches.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 8+ years of overall experience in software QA, with strong manual testing expertise.
• Minimum 3+ years of hands-on API testing experience using Postman, Swagger, or similar tools.
• Deep understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and defect life cycles.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, especially in complex transactional systems.
• Familiarity with financial markets, stock trading, equity, mutual funds, or similar domains.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, in-office environment.
• Experience testing trading systems, order management, portfolio analysis, or similar fintech products.
• Exposure to NSE/BSE, IPOs, derivatives, or margin trading workflows.
• Interest in the stock market—either as a trader or a market enthusiast.

Preferred (Nice-to-Have) Skills

• Experience working in a product-based or fintech company.
• ISTQB or equivalent certification.

Benefits

Imagine joining a team where your well-being is paramount, offering you full access to fitness facilities, virtual medical consultations, and flexible leave options. Enjoy the peace of mind with top-tier group medical coverage, robust personal accident protection, and extensive term life insurance for you and your family. Celebrate your successes with individual and team awards in a culture that values trust and openness, ensuring your achievements are always recognized. Elevate your career with our clear advancement pathways, internal mobility options, and leadership development programs. Thrive in an environment that not only supports your professional growth but also prioritizes your overall wellness and happiness..