[Remote] Senior Quality Assurance Engineer (Manual + Automation)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. NextGen Coding Company is a U.S.-based software engineering firm delivering enterprise platforms, AI systems, automation tools, and data infrastructure for clients across various sectors. They are seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer capable of owning the full quality assurance lifecycle across complex software projects, requiring both manual and automated testing expertise.ResponsibilitiesOwn the complete quality assurance lifecycle across client projectsDesign and execute manual test plans and structured regression testingBuild and maintain automated test suites for critical workflowsTest web applications, APIs, and backend systemsValidate feature functionality against acceptance criteriaIdentify edge cases, performance issues, and system failuresWork closely with developers to diagnose and resolve defectsDocument reproducible bugs with clear steps and technical contextParticipate in sprint reviews, release readiness checks, and client demosProvide QA reporting and testing summaries during client-facing meetingsEnsure stable production releases through rigorous testing proceduresSkills7+ years professional experience in software quality assuranceExperience with both manual testing and automated testing frameworksStrong background in regression testing for production systemsExperience testing modern web applications and APIsExperience working in client-facing consulting or product environmentsAbility to independently create test strategies and testing documentationStrong debugging and analytical problem-solving skillsComfortable collaborating directly with engineering teams and stakeholdersCandidates should be comfortable testing systems built with technologies such as: Frontend - React, Next.js, modern web frameworks; Backend - REST APIs, Python or Node.js services; Data - PostgreSQL and relational databases, data pipelines and integrations; Automation - Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, automated regression testing frameworks; Infrastructure - cloud-hosted systems (AWS / GCP / Azure), CI/CD deployment pipelinesExperienced QA professional with exposure to multiple production software systemsAble to independently design comprehensive test plansStrong attention to detail and documentation disciplineComfortable identifying edge cases and system vulnerabilitiesAble to communicate clearly with engineers, delivery managers, and clientsComfortable operating within fast-moving consulting environmentsCompany OverviewNextGen Coding Company, we specialize in delivering cutting-edge software solutions powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Blockchain, Computer Vision, and Automation. It was founded in 2023, and is headquartered in New York City, NY, US, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.nextgencodingcompany.com/.