ioet

Junior QA Engineer

ioet · San José de Alluriquín, Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas, Ecuador

Software Development · 51-200 employees

2 d ago
Remote Junior (0-2 yrs) Full-time Ecuador
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About the role

The role focuses on manual testing for backend and web applications, specifically validating APIs and internal logic. Responsibilities include creating test cases, executing functional and regression tests, and reporting defects in Jira.

What they look for

Manual Testing API Validation Postman Jira REST Services JSON XML Regression Testing Functional Testing English Proficiency Software Development SQL

Requirements

Candidates need over one year of experience in software development or QA and a strong understanding of REST APIs and Postman. Minimum B2 English proficiency and residency in Latin America are required.

Benefits

Remote Work Flexible Schedule USD Compensation Paid Holidays And Vacations Paid Family And Sick Leaves English Classes Educational And Wellness Bonus Structured Career Plan Regular Salary Reviews Personal Growth And Mentorship

Full description

At ioet, a leading software company with a talented team across LATAM, we provide Software Engineering as a service to clients worldwide. Join us for exciting professional challenges, working on projects ranging from innovative startups to globally recognized brands. Our positions are full-time, remote, and offer competitive compensation in USD.

We are looking for a Junior QA Engineer with a software development background and strong attention to detail, who is eager to start and grow a career in QA. This role is focused on manual testing for backend and web applications, with emphasis on API validation, internal logic, and process reliability.

This position is ideal for someone proactive, curious, and comfortable collaborating closely with engineers to detect issues early and ensure the product works as expected.

Responsibilities:

  • Analyze requirements and help translate them into test cases and basic testing documentation
  • Execute manual testing: functional + regression, for backend and web features.
  • Perform API testing using Postman, validating REST services and JSON/XML responses.
  • Support defect reporting and tracking in Jira, ensuring bugs are clear and reproducible.
  • Assist in validating fixes and performing retests after bug resolution.
  • Collaborate closely with developers to understand logic and ask questions when something doesn’t add up.
  • Help maintain clean QA documentation and ensure good testing coverage across features.
  • Support existing test scripts when needed.

Requirements:

  • 1+ year of experience in software development, QA, or hands-on roles.
  • Strong interest in QA and product reliability.
  • Basic knowledge of:
  • Manual testing processes
  • APIs / REST concepts
  • Postman (or similar tool)
  • JSON responses
  • Familiarity with Jira or any ticketing tool.
  • Strong communication skills and willingness to learn quickly.
  • Strong English level — minimum B2 proficiency.
  • Send your application and CV in English (mandatory).
  • Based in Latin America.

Nice to have:

  • Prior experience running or debugging automated test scripts.
  • Exposure to testing frameworks or QA automation tools.
  • Experience working on backend projects or API-based systems.
  • Basic SQL querying

Benefits:

  • Remote work
  • Flexible schedule
  • Collaboration with international clients
  • USD compensation
  • Paid Holidays and Vacations
  • Paid family and sick leaves
  • English classes
  • Educational and wellness bonus
  • Structured career plan with regular salary reviews
  • Emphasis on personal growth and mentorship

Are you ready to be part of the ioet journey?

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