Anthesis

Global ESG and decarbonization advisory

Senior Quality Assurance Automation Engineer

Test Automation EngineeringUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeManila, Metro Manila, PhilippinesNo salary listedHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
At least 5 years of hands-on automation testing experience and at least 3 years of manual testing experience.
Advanced knowledge of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices.
Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum development processes and experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Extensive experience in API testing (RESTful and SOAP), functional testing, UI/UX testing, cross-browser testing, regression testing, and web accessibility testing.
Proficiency with testing tools such as XRay, Postman, JMeter, Selenium, and Jira.
Experience creating and managing automation frameworks using Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI for automated test execution.
Strong knowledge of version control systems such as Git and experience with branching strategies.
Expertise in bug-tracking systems such as Jira or Bugzilla, including documenting and communicating issues effectively.
Basic knowledge of SQL for database querying and backend validation.
Familiarity with Shell, PowerShell, or Python scripting for automation tasks.
Experience testing complex, highly configurable systems involving mathematical calculations.
Experience conducting cross-browser and cross-platform testing across different operating systems and mobile platforms.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts to ensure product quality.
Define, create, and execute manual test cases for functional, UI/UX, API, regression, and compatibility testing; conduct UI, load, integration, regression, and API endpoint testing.
Work with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements, identify test scenarios, and prioritize testing efforts.
Participate in Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement, Reviews, and Retrospectives to align testing with team goals.
Analyze user stories and use cases for validity and feasibility, and provide feedback to improve testing coverage.
Automate tests where possible to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Develop and maintain best practices and processes to enhance testing methodologies.
Report and track defects using bug-tracking tools, and assist with debugging and troubleshooting.
Collaborate with developers, product owners, and stakeholders to identify and resolve defects.
Coordinate with Product Owners to prioritize testing tickets based on project requirements.
Maintain Jira to accurately track testing progress, results, and defects.
Provide detailed documentation to support testing efforts and assist in project management.
Provide operational support, including DevOps and helpdesk assistance, as needed.
Guide and mentor junior team members and support knowledge-sharing and skill development.
Design, develop, and execute quality assurance processes for proprietary software systems, defining, planning, and implementing manual and automated test strategies.
Contribute to improving testing practices and documentation supporting the growth of the organization's digital services.
Ensure adherence to testing best practices and drive continuous improvement in testing methodologies.

Desired Qualifications

An interest in sustainability.
Experience working in multicultural environments.

The Senior Quality Assurance Engineer (Automation) is responsible for the design, development, and execution of quality assurance processes for proprietary software systems, ensuring the delivery of high quality applications through meticulous testing efforts. This role involves defining, planning, and implementing comprehensive test strategies that incorporate both manual and automated testing methodologies. The Senior QA Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to conduct rigorous testing processes, including UI, load, integration, and API testing, while managing testing priorities and contributing to the improvement of testing practices and documentation to support the growth of Anthesis' digital services. The focus is on ensuring adherence to best practices and driving continuous improvement in testing methodologies. Additionally, the Senior QA Engineer (Automation) provides guidance to junior team members as needed, leveraging strong technical expertise and a hands-on approach to testing and defect management. Ideal candidates demonstrate strong technical skills in testing, meticulous attention to detail, and a deep understanding of the software development lifecycle. They must be self-organized, self motivated, detail-oriented, and highly responsible for quality, with the ability to work independently under pressure to achieve success in complex projects. An interest in sustainability and experience in multicultural environments further enhance effectiveness in this role.

Test Planning and Execution

Plan, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts to ensure product quality
Lead the definition, creation, and execution of manual test cases for functional, UI/UX, API, regression, and compatibility testing. Conduct various types of testing, including UI, load, integration, regression, and API endpoint testing, ensuring a thorough evaluation of software.

Collaboration and Requirement Analysis

Work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements, identify test scenarios, and prioritize testing efforts.
Actively participate in Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement, Reviews, and Retrospectives to ensure alignment with team goals.
Analyze user stories and use cases for validity and feasibility, providing feedback to enhance testing coverage.

Testing Automation and Process Improvement

Automate tests where possible to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Develop and maintain best practices and processes to enhance testing methodologies.

Defect Management and Troubleshooting

Report and track defects using bug tracking tools and assist with debugging and troubleshooting.
Collaborate with developers, product owners, and other stakeholders to identify and resolve defects efficiently.

Ticket Management and Documentation

Manage testing priorities by coordinating with Product Owners to prioritize testing tickets based on project requirements.
Oversee Jira maintenance, ensuring accurate tracking of testing progress, results, and defects.
Provide detailed documentation to support testing efforts and assist in project management.

Support and Mentoring

Offer operational support, including DevOps and helpdesk assistance as needed.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering knowledge-sharing and skill development.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
With 5+ years of hands-on automation testing experience and at least 3 years of manual testing experience.
Advanced knowledge of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices.
Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum development processes with experience in crossfunctional team collaboration.
Extensive experience in API testing (RESTful, SOAP), functional testing, UI/UX testing, crossbrowser testing, regression testing, and web accessibility testing. Proficiency in testing tools such as XRay, Postman, JMeter, Selenium, and Jira.
Experience in creating and managing automation frameworks using languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI for automated test execution.
Strong knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git) and experience with branching strategies.
Expertise in bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira, Bugzilla) with the ability to document and communicate issues effectively.
Basic knowledge of SQL for database querying and backend validation.
Familiarity with scripting languages such as Shell, PowerShell, or Python for automation tasks. Testing Specializations
Experience in testing complex, highly configurable systems involving mathematical calculations.
Cross-browser and cross-platform testing across different operating systems and mobile platforms.

About the Company

Anthesis

Global ESG and decarbonization advisory

Anthesis is a global sustainability consultancy that helps organizations meet environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. It offers services in carbon strategy, sustainable finance, supply chain transparency, and net-zero decarbonization, delivered through advisory, digital tools, and educational programs. How it works: the company provides data-driven consulting, develops practical action plans, and uses software to monitor progress, enabling clients to set targets, implement decarbonization measures, and report on ESG metrics. How it differs: it combines expert advisory with digital solutions and training for a broad client base (corporations, governments, nonprofits), delivering end-to-end support from strategy to implementation rather than just recommendations. Its goal is to help clients reduce climate impact, improve resource efficiency, and advance social equity, building a more sustainable and resilient future.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded: 2013

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