Altamira
Senior Manual QA Engineer (freelance)
AltamiraUkraine1 day ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyEngineering, Information Technology
Altamira is a software development outsourcing company. We provide solutions that make a tangible impact on our client's growth and productivity. With domain knowledge across product and technology development, we aim to provide cost-efficient solutions without compromising quality. We are driven to deliver the best, every single time.

Altamira service delivery teams currently span Slovakia, Ukraine, and the Middle East, and we have ambitions to expand our footprint to meet the growing demand across Europe and into our primary growth markets in the UK and the US. In terms of industry verticals, we are focused on EdTech, Fintech, eCommerce, and Pharma.

We are looking for a Manual QA Engineer to join the team on a full-time, 3-month assignment. The ideal candidate has strong product-oriented testing experience, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to validate complex systems from an end-user perspective.

We are building a digital portal designed to streamline and modernize the Medicaid application process. The platform will support multiple types of applications and allow both individual applicants and organizations, such as lawyers, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities, to submit applications on behalf of others.

By transitioning the process online, the system aims to reduce government response times from 45 days to just 24 hours, significantly improving efficiency, accessibility, and user experience.

Responsibilities

  • Validate product features from an end-user perspective, ensuring usability, accessibility, and functional accuracy
  • Design, document, and execute manual test cases for web applications
  • Perform API testing using Postman and Swagger, validating request/response payloads and integration points
  • Write and execute SQL queries to verify data correctness and support backend troubleshooting
  • Collaborate with product and development teams to maintain accurate product documentation and test coverage
  • Work closely with developers throughout the build cycle to confirm requirements and identify edge cases early
  • Identify, log, prioritize, and track defects; provide structured bug reports with clear reproduction steps
  • Proactively suggest improvements to QA processes, testing efficiency, and overall product quality

Requirements

  • 3–4 years of experience in manual QA or software testing, preferably within product-focused teams
  • Strong understanding of Client–Server Architecture, HTTP methods, request/response cycles, and status codes
  • Hands-on experience with Postman (collections, scripts, automation) and familiarity with Swagger/OpenAPI
  • Working knowledge of SQL for querying databases and validating backend data
  • Experience with test case management tools such as TestRail or Zephyr
  • Familiarity with bug tracking systems such as Jira or YouTrack
  • Strong knowledge of QA methodologies, SDLC, and Agile development processes
  • Ability to create and maintain clear product documentation, including feature flows and edge cases
  • Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to articulate issues clearly and work effectively across teams
  • Product-oriented mindset with attention to detail and user experience
  • English level: Upper-Intermediate or higher

Our transparent recruitment journey usually takes up to 2 weeks and includes a few stages:

  • Recruiting Interview -> 30-45 min
  • Technical Interview -> 1-1,5h
  • Client Interview (optional) -> up to 1h
  • Pre-Offer Call -> 15min
  • Reference Check
  • Offer

We offer:

  • Competitive salary, room for development and growth.
  • Possibility to work in the Bratislava and Kyiv offices or fully remotely.
  • Loyal management, interesting tasks, constant support.
  • Medical insurance (optional).
  • English courses.
  • Technical equipment providing.
  • Paid vacations 20 workdays, paid sick leave, regular salary reviews;
  • Flexible schedule and ability to manage your working hours;
  • Support your personal growth and skills upgrading.
  • The great environment inside the team, support of initiatives, and ability to contribute to the common goal.

We do believe that the success of altamira.ai is impossible without the success of our Talents and the success of our Clients!

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