Manual QA Engineer

Summary

Join PayPay, a rapidly growing FinTech company with over 66 million users, and contribute to our innovative and challenging environment. As a QA Engineer, you will execute and design manual test cases, analyze test results, manage test environments, and track defects. You will collaborate with stakeholders, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to continuous improvement. This full-time, work-from-anywhere position in Japan offers flexible hours and a comprehensive benefits package. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in QA engineering with a focus on manual testing and a strong understanding of QA methodologies. PayPay values a team-oriented mindset and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a QA Engineer or QA Lead with a focus on manual testing
• Strong ability to analyze technical requirements, design test strategies, and create detailed test cases
• Solid understanding of QA methodologies and tools such as TestLink, TestRail, QA Symphony or similar
• Familiarity with defect tracking systems and test lifecycle processes
• Basic knowledge or exposure to API testing with tools like Postman
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with a keen attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills, team-oriented mindset, and ability to work independently

Responsibilities

• Execute functional and non-functional manual test cases across multiple environments
• Collect, organize and analyze test results to ensure thorough reporting of QA activities
• Prepare and manage test data, tools, and test environments required for execution
• Log, track and verify defects; ensure accurate documentation and timely closure
• Design and review manual test cases based on specifications, and business requirements, collaborating closely with stakeholders. Be able to maintain and update test cases including manual and automation
• Maintain and update test documentation, ensuring coverage for both new features and regression testing
• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for designated modules, supporting QA testers and assisting team members with domain knowledge
• Provide support and guidance to junior QA engineers, including onboarding and training
• Contribute to continuous improvement by updating testing guidelines and processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in mobile application testing (Android and iOS)
• Proficiency with JIRA and Confluence for issue tracking and documentation
• Basic understanding of one programming language (for test case design or scripting, PR Review)
• Exposure to web, mobile, and API automation is a plus (even if primary focus is manual testing)
• ISTQB or equivalent QA certification
• Experience working in Agile or fast-paced environments
• Familiarity with the financial or payments domain is highly desirable
• Experience in proposing and standardizing QA processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams

Benefits

• Social Insurance (health insurance, employee pension, employment insurance and compensation insurance)
• 401K
• Translation/Interpretation support
• VISA sponsor + Relocation support