Quality Assurance Engineer

Company Description

High Volt Analytics is a technology-driven firm with over seven years of expertise in solving complex business challenges for companies of all sizes. Leveraging advancements in Large Language Models (LLMs) and modern tech stacks, we create Hybrid AI solutions that drastically reduce task delivery times, ensuring unparalleled operational efficiency. Our flagship products, including Quantum EduPass, Quantum Blue, Quantum Beam, and Quantum Assist, streamline operations across sales, finance, and executive decision-making. In addition to AI innovations, we provide core services such as Virtual CFO, Process Automation, Business Consulting, and Financial Operations. At High Volt Analytics, we empower startups and SMEs, transforming them into agile, high-performance organizations.

Role Description

This is a part-time remote role for a Quality Assurance Engineer. The Quality Assurance Engineer will be responsible for executing various software tests, developing and documenting test cases, and performing both manual and automated testing to ensure product quality. The role involves identifying defects, reporting issues to the development team, and ensuring a seamless product experience for end-users.

Key Responsibilities
API and Backend Testing

•      Design and execute test plans for RESTful APIs and backend services built in Python

•      Validate data integrity, error handling, edge cases, and performance across API endpoints

•      Write automated API tests using tools such as pytest, Postman, or equivalent frameworks

•      Test integration points between backend services, Azure cloud infrastructure, and third-party APIs

Frontend Testing

•      Test React + TypeScript + Tailwind frontend applications across browsers and devices

•      Validate UI/UX flows, form validations, responsive design, and accessibility standards

•      Identify visual regressions, layout issues, and cross-browser compatibility problems

•      Collaborate with frontend developers on component-level testing strategies

Quality Ownership

•      Review pull requests and code changes with a quality-first mindset

•      Build and maintain automated test suites (unit, integration, end-to-end)

•      Define QA processes, testing standards, and bug reporting workflows as the first QA hire

•      Track and report on quality metrics, test coverage, and defect trends

•      Participate in sprint planning and provide effort estimates for testing activities

Collaboration

•      Work directly with the development team — attending standups, reviewing specs, and providing early feedback

•      Partner with founders to prioritise quality efforts based on business impact

•      Document test cases, known issues, and regression scenarios for knowledge sharing

Requirements
Must Have

•      4–5+ years of hands-on experience in software QA or test engineering

•      Strong understanding of code — ability to read and comprehend Python and TypeScript / JavaScript

•      Proven experience testing RESTful APIs (Postman, pytest, requests, or similar)

•      Experience testing modern frontend applications (React preferred)

•      Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated tests into deployment workflows

•      Self-driven and proactive — you identify what needs testing without being told

•      Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice to Have

•      Experience with Playwright, Cypress, or Selenium for end-to-end testing

•      Familiarity with Azure cloud services (App Service, Functions, DevOps)

•      Experience with AI/ML product testing or chatbot testing

•      Knowledge of Tailwind CSS and component library testing

•      Experience in a startup or early-stage environment

•      Understanding of Australian real estate or education technology domains

Our Tech Stack

Layer

Technologies

Backend Python (FastAPI / Flask)

Frontend React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS

Cloud Microsoft Azure (App Service, Functions, Databricks)

Database Azure SQL, Cosmos DB

AI/MLAzure OpenAI, Custom NLP models

CI/CD Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions

Integrations Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, WeChat, LinkedIn APIs

What You'll Get

•      Work directly with the founders — no layers of management, your voice matters from day one

•      Equity participation (ESOP) — share in the upside of a growing AI SaaS company

•      Be part of an early-stage team building products with real market traction in Australia

•      Flexible working arrangement — remote-first with flexibility for part-time or full-time commitment

•      Opportunity to define the QA function from the ground up — shape processes, tools, and standards

•      Exposure to cutting-edge AI/ML technology across multiple product domains

•      Direct career growth as the company scales