Experience: 5.00 + years
Salary : AUD 30000-55000 / year (based on experience)
Expected Notice Period : 15 Days
Shift : (GMT+10:00) Australia/Brisbane (AEST)
Opportunity Type : Remote
Placement Type : Full Time Permanent position(Payroll and Compliance to be managed by: Compare Club)
(*Note: This is a requirement for one of Uplers' client - Compare Club)
What do you need for this opportunity
Must have skills required:
Continuous Improvement, Critical Thinking, Documentation, Exploratory testing, Good communication skills, Agile/Scrum, Automation (Selenium/Playwright), Defect Management, Functional Testing, Insurance domain, Manual Testing, Test Management Tools, Test Planning
Compare Club is Looking for:
We are seeking a QA Engineer with strong expertise in manual and functional testing, ideally with experience in the insurance domain. The QA Engineer will play a key role in ensuring product quality by collaborating closely with delivery and technology teams, applying critical thinking to uncover issues early, and contributing to continuous quality improvements. While the role is primarily manual testing focused, exposure to automation (Selenium, Playwright, or similar) is a plus.
Day to day responsibilities:
Test Planning & Strategy – Design and execute test plans aligned with project requirements, balancing manual and exploratory testing with automation opportunities.
Manual & Functional Testing – Create, maintain, and execute detailed test cases covering functional, regression, exploratory, and usability scenarios.
Agile Collaboration – Participate actively in sprint ceremonies (planning, stand-ups, retrospectives), ensuring quality is integrated throughout the development lifecycle.
Defect Identification & Reporting – Track, document, and communicate defects clearly to stakeholders, ensuring timely resolution and root cause analysis.
Automation (Good to Have) – Support or explore automation frameworks (Selenium, Playwright, etc.) to improve coverage and efficiency.
Continuous Improvement – Contribute ideas to refine testing practices, enhance QA processes, and improve product quality metrics.
Test Data & Documentation – Manage test data effectively and maintain comprehensive documentation for audits, knowledge sharing, and future reference.

What do you need to be successful (technical and inter-personal) :
Passionate about Quality Engineering and enjoy delivering the quality product for seamless customer experience.
The ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions is crucial for a QA Engineer.
Being open to learning new tools, technologies, and methodologies allows QA Engineers to stay current and effectively address evolving challenges
Balancing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines necessitates strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
Worked in an Agile Scrum environment

The technical stuff :
Strong background in manual/functional testing, with a focus on insurance or financial services domain applications.
Experience in Agile/Scrum environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Ability to apply critical thinking and analytical skills to uncover complex issues and propose practical solutions.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with developers, BAs, and business stakeholders.
Highly detail-oriented, organized, and adaptable to changing project priorities.
Basic automation exposure with Selenium, Playwright, or similar tools is desirable but not mandatory.
Familiarity with defect management and test management tools (e.g., Jira, Zephyr, Xray or equivalent).
A proactive mindset with a passion for delivering quality products and enhancing customer experience.

Personal Characteristics :
Customer-Centric: Passionate about understanding and enhancing the customer experience.
Detail-Oriented: Strong attention to detail with the ability to approach problems in a logical and structured manner.
Collaborative Team Player: Ability to work effectively within a team, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues.
Proactive: A self-motivated individual who takes initiative and seeks continuous improvement opportunities.
Adaptable: Comfortable with change and able to adjust to evolving project requirements and priorities.

How to apply for this opportunity
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About Uplers:
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Remote QA Engineer (Manual Testing)