QA Analyst

About Us:

Network International is the largest Financial Technology company in Middle East and Africa. Payments is our core business where we provide services in more than 50 countries - UAE, Jordan, South Africa, Egypt are some of our key markets. Apart from payments, we provide services on Data and Insights, Lending, Insurance, Risk Solutions, etc. Our core customers are businesses at every scale and segment, though recently we are growing in direct to consumer card segment as well.

Our EVP's:

At Network International, we always stay ahead. . In the fast-paced world of financial services, we thrive on innovation, agility, and purposeful collaboration. We invest first in our people, empowering you to make bold decisions, learn fast, and grow your expertise alongside industry leaders. Here, solving complex problems means more than using cutting-edge technology; it’s about creating meaningful value for our customers, together. We foster a culture where trust, accountability, and achievement go hand in hand-because success isn’t just a goal; it’s how we work, every day, as one team.

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic Junior QA Analyst to join our growing Fintech team. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing manual and automated testing activities, identifying defects, validating business requirements, and ensuring the quality of digital payment and financial services products before release.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in manual testing while demonstrating an interest in automation testing. Exposure to Playwright with TypeScript and modern test automation practices will be highly advantageous, as the role provides opportunities to contribute to both manual and automated quality assurance activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Test Planning & Execution:

Review and understand business requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.

Create and execute test cases, test scenarios, and test checklists.

Perform functional, regression, integration, exploratory, and API testing.

Validate web and mobile application functionality.

Execute testing activities within sprint timelines and release cycles.

Ensure testing evidence is captured and maintained.

Defect Management

Log defects clearly and accurately using Jira or similar defect management tools.

Reproduce and document defects with detailed evidence and clear reproduction steps.

Retest fixes and verify successful resolution.

Assist in tracking defects through to closure.

Escalate risks and quality concerns where required.

Quality Assurance Activities

Participate in requirement reviews and Agile ceremonies.

Ensure delivered solutions meet business and quality expectations.

Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities where required.

Maintain test documentation and execution records.

Assist in creating and maintaining test plans and test suites.

Automation Testing

Support the development and execution of automated test scripts.

Assist in maintaining automation frameworks and test suites.

Learn and apply automation best practices under guidance from senior team members.

Contribute to automation initiatives aimed at improving test coverage and efficiency.

Participate in automation code reviews where applicable.

Collaboration

Work closely with Developers, Business Analysts, Product Owners, and QA team members.

Participate in daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.

Communicate testing progress, risks, defects, and blockers effectively.

Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and quality excellence.

Continuous Improvement

Contribute ideas to improve QA processes and testing efficiency.

Continuously develop testing and automation skills.

Stay informed of industry trends, emerging tools, and testing best practices.

Participate in knowledge-sharing activities within the team.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Diploma or Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

ISTQB Foundation Certification or equivalent would be advantageous.

Relevant QA certifications will be an added advantage.

Experience

1 to 2 years of software testing experience in web, mobile, or API applications.

Experience in a Fintech, Payments, Banking, or E-commerce environment would be advantageous.

Exposure to automated testing is highly desirable.

Experience with Playwright and TypeScript is considered a strong advantage.

Experience executing API tests using Postman or similar tools is advantageous.

Exposure to Agile delivery methodologies is desirable.

Technical Skills

Essential:

Understanding of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).

Understanding of software defect management processes.

Experience creating and executing test cases and test scenarios.

Familiarity with Jira or similar test and defect management tools.

Basic SQL knowledge for data validation.

Understanding of web and mobile application testing principles.

Experience with API testing using tools such as Postman.

Understanding of Agile and Scrum methodologies.

Ability to analyse requirements and identify test conditions.

Advantageous

Exposure to test automation frameworks and automation testing concepts.

Experience developing or maintaining automated test scripts.

Knowledge of Playwright with TypeScript.

Exposure to Selenium, Cypress, Robot Framework, or similar automation tools.

Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated test execution.

Familiarity with Git version control.

Knowledge of payment systems, banking, fintech products, or e-commerce platforms.

Basic understanding of cloud-based applications and modern software architecture.

Competencies

Technical Competencies

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem-solving ability

Quality-focused mindset

Documentation skills

Test design and execution skills

Behavioural Competencies

Excellent written and verbal communication

Team player

Eagerness to learn

Accountability and ownership

Time management

Adaptability

Positive attitude and willingness to take initiative

Success Measures

The successful candidate will:

Consistently execute assigned test cases within agreed timelines.

Identify and report defects accurately and comprehensively.

Contribute positively to sprint delivery objectives.

Maintain high-quality test documentation and test evidence.

Demonstrate growth in QA, automation, and fintech domain knowledge.

Support quality improvements through both manual and automated testing activities.

Preferred Fintech Exposure

Experience or interest in the following areas would be beneficial:

Online payments

Payment gateways

Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platforms

EFT and banking integrations

Fraud prevention solutions

Digital wallets

Financial services platforms

Transaction processing systems

Merchant services and acquiring solutions

Salary Range

Market-related and dependent on experience, qualifications, and technical capability.

Target Level

Junior QA Analyst (1 to 2 years' experience with exposure to manual and/or automation testing).

Network International is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, nationalities, and experience levels. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where innovation, diversity, and performance thrive.