Manual QA Engineer (Mid)

Company Description

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 14 years, we’ve partnered with some of Australia’s top brands to create innovative, human-centred digital solutions.

Job Description

About the Role
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.

Experience testing native mobile apps is essential for this role.

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.

Qualifications

About You

You’re an experienced Manual QA Engineer with a strong background in Agile environments, and you thrive in dynamic, collaborative teams. With a sharp eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach, you’re passionate about identifying issues early and ensuring high-quality outcomes.

You bring a deep understanding of native mobile app testing across both iOS and Android platforms and are committed to delivering seamless, user-focused digital experiences.

Your Experience Includes:

• 4+ years of hands-on manual QA testing, with a strong focus on native mobile applications (iOS and Android)
• Solid understanding of the mobile app development lifecycle and release processes
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Experience with mobile testing tools like Appium, TestFlight, and Firebase for exploratory and compatibility testing
• Comfort using debugging tools such as Android Studio, Xcode, and Logcat
• Basic understanding of APIs and tools like Postman for integration testing
• Exposure to test automation frameworks (e.g., Appium, Selenium) is a plus
• Bonus points for experience with performance testing tools like Charles Proxy or Firebase Performance Monitoring
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Clear, concise communication – able to explain complex issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and confident juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting

Additional Information

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.