Mobile App QA Engineer

Bright Byte Consulting is seeking a Senior Mobile App QA Engineer with over 7 years of experience to join our Engineering – Quality Assurance team in Islamabad. This role focuses on manual testing of native iOS and Android applications integrated with connected devices, specifically the JrTrack smartwatch, backend APIs, and administrative platforms. The ideal candidate will ensure the quality, reliability, and seamless functionality of mobile applications by validating device connectivity, real-time data synchronization, MQTT messaging, location tracking, and push notifications. You will work closely with mobile developers, product managers, and cross-functional QA teams to identify defects, enhance test coverage, and support high-quality releases.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and scenarios for iOS and Android applications.
- Perform various testing types including functional, integration, regression, smoke, and end-to-end testing.
- Validate integration between mobile apps and smartwatches, covering pairing, location tracking, safety alerts, contacts, and other device features.
- Test real-time communication protocols such as MQTT messaging, data synchronization, and push notifications.
- Conduct API testing using Postman and validate backend data through SQL queries.
- Assess application performance across multiple devices, operating system versions, network conditions, and environments.
- Analyze application and device logs to troubleshoot and resolve issues effectively.
- Document, track, and manage defects in Jira with clear reproduction steps and supporting evidence.
- Collaborate with development, product, Device QA, Platform QA, and Automation teams to improve overall product quality.
- Contribute to the enhancement of QA processes and increase test coverage.

Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 7 years of hands-on experience in manual testing of native iOS and Android mobile applications.
- Strong skills in test planning, test case development, execution, and defect management.
- Proven experience testing mobile apps integrated with connected devices, wearables, or real-time services.
- Proficiency with API testing tools such as Postman.
- Basic knowledge of SQL for backend data validation.
- Familiarity with mobile debugging tools including Xcode, Android Studio, Logcat, Charles Proxy, or Firebase.
- Solid understanding of software testing methodologies, SDLC, and Agile practices.
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits:
- Knowledge of MQTT, WebSockets, or other real-time communication protocols is a plus.
- Experience with mobile automation frameworks like Appium, Espresso, or XCUITest is desirable.
- Exposure to IoT devices, smartwatches, and wearable technology adds value.
- Familiarity with TestFlight and App Store/Google Play release processes is beneficial.
- Experience in mobile performance, load, and security testing is advantageous.

Why Join Bright Byte Consulting?
You will have the opportunity to work on an international technology product within a collaborative and growth-oriented engineering environment. The role offers exposure to mobile applications, IoT ecosystems, and real-time technologies while working alongside experienced engineering and QA professionals. Bright Byte provides a market-competitive salary and medical insurance as part of the benefits package.

If you have a strong background in mobile QA and enjoy ensuring the reliability of complex mobile applications and connected devices, we encourage you to apply and become part of our innovative team.