Quality Assurance Engineer
Payfuture · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Apply & track with Apply EdgeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Automation QA Engineer with strong experience in testing banking systems and financial applications. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and implementing robust test automation frameworks to ensure the quality, reliability, performance, and security of our banking software solutions.As part of a collaborative and fast-paced environment, you will work closely with product owners, developers, business analysts, and QA teams to deliver high-quality products that meet both customer expectations and regulatory standards.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain automated test scripts for web, mobile, and backend banking applications.Define and implement scalable test automation frameworks and strategies.Collaborate with product owners, developers, and manual QA engineers to understand business requirements and testing needs.Execute automated test suites, analyze test results, and provide detailed reports on software quality.Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous testing and faster releases.Identify, document, track, and verify software defects while working closely with development teams to ensure timely resolution.Validate system functionality, performance, and reliability across multiple banking and financial workflows.Ensure testing activities comply with security, regulatory, and industry standards.Participate in code reviews, test plan reviews, sprint planning, and other Agile ceremonies.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and QA best practices.Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in automation testing, preferably within the banking or financial services industry.Strong experience with automation testing tools such as Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar frameworks.Proficiency in Java programming and test automation development.Experience in REST API testing using tools such as Postman and Rest Assured.Solid understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), and Agile methodologies.Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI.Strong knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.Fluent in English, both written and spoken.Preferred QualificationsExperience working with banking workflows, payment systems, or core banking platforms such as Temenos, Finacle, or Oracle Flexcube.Exposure to performance testing and security testing methodologies.Familiarity with test reporting, monitoring, and quality metrics.Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements within the banking and financial services sector.Core ValuesWe are looking for professionals who embody our core values:Belief – Confidence in our mission and commitment to excellence.Transparency – Open and honest communication across teams.Accountability & Ownership – Taking responsibility for outcomes and driving results.Relentlessness – Continuously striving for improvement and innovation.Speed – Delivering high-quality solutions with agility and efficiency.What We OfferOpportunity to work on innovative banking and financial technology solutions.Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.Exposure to modern automation frameworks and cloud-based technologies.Professional development and career advancement opportunities.Competitive compensation and benefits package.