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Associate Software Quality Engineer

Company
Company UPS
Type
Opportunity Type Full-Time Job
Salary
Stipend / Salary 5.5 - 8.5 LPA
Location
Location Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Posted Date
Posted Date Today
software testing fundamentals test case design regression testing defect management root cause analysis SDLC knowledge basic SQL documentation communication collaboration
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electronics or related field with a minimum of 60% marks (or equivalent). Freshers are eligible. Candidates should have a strong academic record and a passion for quality assurance. No backlog policy is specified, but a clean academic record is preferred.

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Round 1: Online technical assessment (coding or QA concepts)
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Round 2: Technical interview with QA/Dev team
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Round 3: HR interview
UPS, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, has expanded its Indian footprint to offer robust technology services across multiple verticals. The company’s Chennai hub focuses on Information Services, providing end‑to‑end support for its vast network of partners and customers. With a culture that blends innovation, customer obsession and operational excellence, UPS has become a preferred employer for tech professionals looking to work on high‑impact projects. The Associate Software Quality Engineer role is a full‑time, permanent position that sits within the Information Technology function. As a QA engineer, you will be responsible for executing quality assurance processes for software applications that support UPS’s core business operations. Your day‑to‑day tasks will include designing test cases, executing functional and regression tests, logging defects, and collaborating with developers and vendors to resolve issues. You will also document progress, maintain test artefacts, and contribute to continuous improvement of testing practices. Key Responsibilities: 1. Execute Information Services QA processes with moderate guidance. 2. Identify software problems and analyze potential solutions. 3. Generate alternatives and recommend solutions within defined processes. 4. Document progress and status of assigned QA tasks. 5. Collaborate with QA team members during testing activities. 6. Work with application developers to identify and resolve software quality issues. 7. Coordinate with software vendors, consultants, and user communities when required. 8. Work with test‑environment technical support staff. 9. Execute testing procedures for applications and systems. 10. Support testing efforts involving small to medium complexity. Tech Stack & Tools: While the job description does not mandate a specific automation framework, familiarity with manual testing, defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA), basic SQL, and understanding of SDLC phases will be valuable. Knowledge of automation tools such as Selenium or Playwright is a plus. Growth Path: Starting as an Associate QA Engineer, you can progress to Senior QA Engineer, QA Lead, or move into specialized roles such as Test Automation Engineer, QA Manager, or Product Owner, depending on your interests and performance. Why Join UPS? Working at UPS offers exposure to global standards, a collaborative environment, and opportunities to work on large‑scale, mission‑critical systems. The company invests in employee development, offers competitive benefits, and encourages a healthy work‑life balance. Overall, this role is ideal for fresh graduates or early‑career professionals who are passionate about ensuring software quality and want to build a career in a dynamic, customer‑centric organization.

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Round 1: Online Assessment (OA)
Aptitude, Quantitative Logic & 2 Coding Problems
Focus on accuracy and speed. Practice arrays, strings, and standard arithmetic puzzles.
Round 2: Technical Interview 1
Core Tech Stack (software testing fundamentals, test case design, regression testing, defect management, root cause analysis, SDLC knowledge, basic SQL, documentation, communication, collaboration) & Live Code Tracing
Explain your thought process aloud. Analyze time & space complexities before coding.
Round 3: System Design & Problem Solving
Database Schemas, APIs & Architecture Basics
Clarify edge cases, diagram schemas cleanly, and discuss scalability trade-offs.
Round 4: HR & Cultural Fit Discussion
UPS Core Values, Learning Agility & Offer Terms
Demonstrate passion, strong communication, and readiness for full-time collaboration.
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Why do you want to join UPS as a Associate Software Quality Engineer?
Preparation Tip: Highlight UPS's market reputation, recent tech innovations, and how your skills in software testing fundamentals directly solve their team's objectives.
Describe a challenging bug or academic project roadblock and how you resolved it.
Preparation Tip: Use the STAR method: Situation (project context), Task (what needed solving), Action (specific tools/logic applied), Result (quantifiable positive outcome).
How do you handle strict deadlines or sudden scope changes?
Preparation Tip: Explain your prioritization strategy, proactive communication with mentors/peers, and agile mindset.

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