Manual Quality Assurance (QA) Engineer

Hello, we’re Bilue - a leading design and development agency specialising in mobile, cloud, web, and emerging technologies.

Bilue was founded by Cameron Barrie, an app developer with a vision to help Australian companies design and deliver cutting-edge digital experiences. What began in Cam’s living room has grown into a thriving company with a team of 50+, and offices in Sydney and Melbourne. For more than 13 years, we’ve partnered with some of Australia’s top brands to create innovative, human-centred digital solutions.

As a Mid-Level Manual QA Engineer at Bilue, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of our mobile applications. Collaborating closely with developers, designers, and project managers, you’ll help deliver seamless experiences for our clients by identifying and resolving issues before they reach the end user. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a passionate team and make a tangible impact on the quality of our digital solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Planning and Execution: Develop, document, and execute comprehensive test strategies, cases and scripts for mobile applications.

• Manual Testing: Perform thorough manual testing across iOS and Android platforms, covering functional, UI/UX, regression, and exploratory testing.

• Bug Reporting: Identify, document, and track defects using issue-tracking tools (e.g. Jira), providing clear and actionable details and evidence.

• Collaboration: Work closely with developers, designers and stakeholders to understand application requirements, user stories, and edge cases.

• Quality Assurance: Ensure that mobile applications meet functional and performance requirements, identifying any gaps or inconsistencies before they reach the end user.

• Test Environment Setup: Set up and manage testing environments for different mobile devices and operating systems.

• Cross-Device Testing: Conduct and track tests across multiple devices, screen sizes, and OS versions to ensure compatibility.

• Continuous Improvement: Provide feedback to improve the development and testing processes, helping to establish best practices of shifting left.

About you:

You're an experienced Manual QA Engineer with a strong background in agile environments, excelling in dynamic, collaborative teams. You combine a keen eye for detail and strong communication skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues, ensuring high-quality results. With expertise in mobile application testing, you’re committed to delivering exceptional user experiences that align with organisational goals.

Experience:

• 2-4 years of manual QA testing experience, focusing on mobile applications (iOS and Android).
• A solid understanding of mobile app development lifecycles and release processes.
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies.

Technical Skills:

• Hands-on experience with mobile testing tools such as Appium and TestFlight for exploratory and compatibility testing.
• Familiarity with debugging tools like Android Studio, Xcode, or Logcat.
• A basic understanding of APIs and tools like Postman for testing mobile app integrations.
• Experience in test automation frameworks and tools is a plus (e.g., Appium, Selenium).
• Knowledge of performance testing and tools like Firebase Performance Monitoring or Charles Proxy would also be a bonus.

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to convey issues clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Life at Bilue

• Client-focused: We are dedicated to delivering exceptional value to our clients while supporting each other to achieve collective success.
• Flexible work: We offer 1-2 days per week in the office, balancing flexibility with the expectation that you'll go the extra mile for our clients when needed.
• Professional development: We’re committed to your personal and professional growth, offering continuous learning through Go1 (which provides unlimited access to a wide range of courses), along with support from our dedicated internal performance coach.
• Annual events: We organise annual events to foster in-person connection and team collaboration.
• Flat structure: We operate with a flat structure, where our casual, approachable executive leadership team (ELT) ensures everyone’s voice is heard.
• Internal communities: We build and nurture internal communities for knowledge sharing and collaboration, keeping everyone connected and informed.

Bilue = Big + Blue Ocean. Are you ready to set sail? Apply now!

NB. This is a full-time position based in Sydney. To be considered, candidates must have unrestricted working rights in Australia.

We believe that having balanced and diverse teams is fundamental to our success. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, neurodiversity or disability status. 

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.