Quality Assurance Engineer

Job Description: Quality Assurance Engineer

About CARD91

CARD91 is a leading Issuance Platform-as-a-Service provider, transforming payment infrastructure for banks, corporations, and fintechs. Our platform enables the issuance of various payment instruments, enhancing transaction visibility and decision-making. We offer a suite of tools, including an issuer processor and card management system, to streamline card issuance. Partnering with major networks like RuPay, Visa, and Mastercard, we effectively tackle payment challenges in India and support global expansion. Backed by $14 million in pre-Series A funding, CARD91, founded in 2020 by Ajay Pandey and Vineet Saxena, boasts a team of experienced technopreneurs and bankers.

About the Role

As the QA Engineer at CARD91, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our products and services through effective leadership of the Quality Assurance team. You will develop and execute quality assurance strategies, oversee testing processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain high standards of excellence in all aspects of the product lifecycle. Your role will be pivotal in driving continuous improvement and ensuring that all CARD91 products meet the highest levels of quality, performance, and security.

Roles and Responsibilities

Develop and Implement QA Strategies:

• Design and oversee the implementation of comprehensive QA strategies, ensuring alignment with CARD91's business objectives and product requirements. Establish best practices to enhance product quality across all stages of development.

Lead the QA Team:

• Manage, mentor, and motivate a team of QA professionals, providing guidance on QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the QA team.

Test Planning and Execution:

• Coordinate the development and execution of test plans, cases, and scripts, ensuring that testing covers all functional, regression, integration, and security requirements. Ensure all features are thoroughly tested before release.

Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams:

• Work closely with Product, Development, and Operations teams to define quality goals, clarify requirements, and ensure a shared understanding of expectations. Facilitate communication across teams to address issues and prioritize deliverables.

Monitor and Report Quality Metrics:

• Track and analyze quality metrics such as defect rates, testing progress, and performance, providing regular reports to stakeholders. Use data-driven insights to improve testing processes and product quality.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify areas for process optimization and recommend tools or methodologies to enhance efficiency, reduce defects, and improve testing effectiveness. Stay updated on industry trends and implement new best practices and technologies.

Risk Management and Issue Resolution:

• Proactively identify and address potential risks in the product development lifecycle. Lead efforts to resolve defects and issues that impact quality, working with development teams to ensure timely resolution.

Ensure Compliance with Standards:

• Ensure that all products adhere to internal and external quality standards, regulatory requirements, and security protocols. Implement audits to verify compliance with industry best practices.

Drive Automation Initiatives:

• Lead the efforts to integrate test automation tools and frameworks to improve the efficiency and coverage of testing. Oversee the development of automated test scripts and ensure their successful integration into the CI/CD pipeline.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in Quality Assurance. Experience in the payments, financial technology, or SaaS industry is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, software testing, and automation tools (e.g., Playwright, Selenium, JMeter, Postman). Familiarity with Java, Python, Mysql, Postman, Swagger, Agile methodology, Scrum, and DevOps practices is essential.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a team. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues quickly and efficiently.
• High attention to detail with the ability to identify potential issues early in the process to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Why should you join?

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• High-Impact Role : Lead critical initiatives, manage investor relations, and influence decision-making across leadership, contributing directly to the company's success.
• Dynamic and Growth-Oriented Environment : Be part of a cutting-edge, tech-driven culture with opportunities to innovate, take ownership, and expand your skill set.
• Purpose-Driven Mission : Join a company empowering businesses with seamless financial solutions, driving financial inclusion and transformative change in the payment ecosystem globally

What’s on offer

• Best-in-class compensation package
• Stock options for long term wealth creation
• Group health insurance covering your family
• Vibrant, open and fun work culture