Software Test Engineer (Functional and Automation)

Activate Interactive Pte Ltd ("Activate") is a leading technology consultancy headquartered in Singapore with a presence in Malaysia and Indonesia. Our clients are empowered with quality, cost-effective, and impactful end-to-end application development, like mobile and web applications, and cloud technology that remove technology roadblocks and increase their business efficiency. We believe in positively impacting the lives of people around us and the environment we live in through the use of technology. Hence, we are committed to providing a conducive environment for all employees to realize their full potential, who in turn have the opportunity to continuously drive innovation. We are searching for our next team members to join our growing team. If you love the idea of being part of a growing company with exciting prospects in mobile and web technologies that create positive impact on people's lives, then we would love to hear from you. This is a 24 months fixed term contract role. What will you do? The Tester will be responsible for ensuring robust quality assurance through comprehensive functional and regression testing for critical on-premise systems operating within secure environments. The role requires strict adherence to governance standards and strong documentation practices. Over time, the Tester will transition to building and scaling automated testing capabilities using enterprise automation tools, supporting HDB's cloud-first strategy and centralized automation framework. Functional Testing (Initial Focus): Design and execute functional, system, and regression tests aligned with governance and quality standardsDerive well-structured test cases from requirements and maintain traceabilityCollaborate proactively with project teams and users to clarify test objectives, scope, and acceptance criteriaPrepare and manage test data, address environment constraints, and capture detailed evidence for complianceLog, triage, and verify defects; analyze outcomes and collaborate for resolutionCommunicate test results and key quality metrics clearly and effectively to all project stakeholdersProduce thorough documentation, for example test designs and summary reports, using standard templates and best practicesContribute to reusable regression test suites for future automation readiness Automation Testing (Progressive Focus): Design and develop modular, reusable automated test cases for priority business flows using enterprise tools (e.g., Tosca, Selenium, Playwright). Build and maintain automation frameworks ensuring scalability and maintainability. Support transition from local automation development to centralized cloud-based authoring environmentsTrack and report automation coverage, stability, and quality metricsEstablish automation best practices and reusable component librariesMaintain comprehensive documentation of automated scripts and execution results. Requirements Minimum 5 years of experience in software testing, with strong functional testing background and exposure to automationAbility to design comprehensive test cases from requirements and specificationsStrong documentation and evidence capture practices aligned with governance standardsHands-on experience with enterprise automation tools or readiness to transitionWorking knowledge of SQL for test data setup and validationProficiency in at least one scripting/programming language (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, C#)Experience with API testing and validation techniquesFamiliarity with defect management tools (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps)Proven ability to work effectively in secure or restricted environmentsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills; effective communication for stakeholder engagementShortlisted candidates may be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Highly Desirable Qualifications: Formal testing certifications (e.g. ISTQB Foundation, ISTQB Test Automation Engineer, Tosca certifications)Experience integrating automated tests in CI/CD pipelines and cloud environmentsKnowledge of performance testing concepts and toolsExperience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and Agile methodologiesBackground in government, public sector, or regulated industry IT projects Benefits What do we offer in return? Fun working environmentEmployee Wellness ProgramTo work in Singapore Government Agencies projectsWe provide structured development framework and growth opportunities. (We are a "SHRI 2025 Gold winner" in "Learning & Development; Coaching & Mentoring") Why you'll love working with us? If you are looking for opportunities to collaborate with leading industry experts and be surrounded by highly motivated and talented peers, we welcome you to join us. We provide all employees with equal opportunities to grow and develop with us. We believe your success is our success. Does it sound like something you are interested in exploring further? Please be in touch with our team for an initial chat at careers@activate.sg Activate Interactive Singapore is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Activate Interactive Pte Ltd does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexuality, national origin, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data are longstanding top priorities for Activate Interactive Pte Ltd. 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