Job Summary

Houston Skilled Consultancy is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Remote Software Tester – Manual QA to join our growing quality assurance team. This is an exciting work-from-home opportunity for individuals passionate about software quality and eager to contribute to the development of high-performing, bug-free applications. As a Manual QA Tester, you will be responsible for ensuring that the software meets user expectations and business requirements through rigorous testing procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manual test cases to identify software defects and verify fixes.

• Collaborate with developers and business analysts to understand application functionality and ensure testing coverage.

• Document clear, concise, and reproducible bug reports using bug tracking tools.

• Conduct regression testing to verify software changes do not impact existing functionalities.

• Participate in requirement analysis, test plan development, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Prepare detailed test cases, test scripts, and test data based on functional specifications.

• Provide feedback and suggestions to improve product usability and functionality.

• Maintain documentation of testing processes, results, and updates.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies.

• Hands-on experience in writing test cases and executing manual testing.

• Familiarity with bug tracking tools like JIRA, Bugzilla, or similar platforms.

• Ability to think critically, identify edge cases, and approach problems analytically.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational and time management skills to meet project deadlines.

Experience

• 0 to 2 years of experience in manual software testing.

• Freshers with strong academic knowledge of software testing concepts are encouraged to apply.

Working Hours

• Flexible working hours with a requirement to be available for 6–8 hours per day.

• Monday to Friday, with optional weekend availability for urgent projects.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in test case management and bug reporting tools.

• Basic understanding of databases and ability to run simple SQL queries is a plus.

• Strong grasp of cross-browser and cross-platform testing.

• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies is desirable.

• Adaptable to new tools, technologies, and processes.

Benefits

• 100% Remote Work – Work from the comfort of your home.

• Flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance.

• Training and mentorship provided for career growth.

• Opportunity to work on diverse and dynamic software products.

• Certificate of experience after successful completion.

• Career advancement within QA or related IT roles.

Why Join Houston Skilled Consultancy?

At Houston Skilled Consultancy, we are passionate about empowering individuals to kick-start or enhance their tech careers. As a trusted name in IT services and talent development, we offer a supportive, remote-friendly environment where learning and innovation thrive. Join us to be a part of meaningful software projects, receive dedicated mentoring, and grow in a career that makes an impact.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their updated resume along with a brief cover letter highlighting their interest in QA testing to us with the subject line Application for Remote Software Tester – Manual QA.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an initial virtual interview.