Software Test Engineer - L1

Software Test Engineer - L1

Location: Spring, TX (onsite) ABS $80-100K

710 years in Software Testing, with 23+ years in a QA Lead role The QA Lead Manual Testing will be responsible for leading end-to-end quality assurance activities for desktop-based applications. This role involves test planning, hands-on testing, team mentoring, defect management, and close collaboration with development and product stakeholders to ensure high-quality, stable releases.

Test Leadership & Planning

Own and define test strategy, test plans, and test schedules for desktop applications. Lead manual test execution across functional, regression, system, integration, and UAT phases. Estimate testing effort, plan resources, and manage test deliverables across releases.

Hands-on Manual Testing

Design, review, and execute detailed test cases and test scenarios based on requirements and design documents. Perform exploratory testing to uncover edge cases and usability issues. Validate desktop application behavior across different OS versions and configurations (Windows focus, if applicable).

Defect & Quality Management

Log, track, and manage defects using tools like JIRA / Azure DevOps / ALM. Conduct defect triage, root cause analysis, and ensure timely closure. Ensure quality gates are met before release sign-off.

Process & Continuous Improvement

Define and improve QA processes, templates, and documentation standards. Identify opportunities for process optimization and future automation readiness. Ensure compliance with SDLC, Agile/Scrum, and audit requirements (if applicable).

Technical & Testing Skills

Strong expertise in Manual Testing for Desktop Applications. Solid understanding of SDLC, STLC, and Agile methodologies. Experience in: Functional, Regression, Integration, System, and UAT testing Desktop UI validation, workflows, and data validation Bachelor / Masters in Mechanical/Civil/Marine Engineering Mandatory Skills: Windows Platform Testing . Experience: 5-8 Years.

The expected compensation for this role ranges from $60,000 to $135,000. Final compensation will depend on various factors, including your geographical location, minimum wage obligations, skills, and relevant experience. Based on the position, the role is also eligible for Wipro's standard benefits including a full range of medical and dental benefits options, disability insurance, paid time off (inclusive of sick leave), other paid and unpaid leave options.

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