Endpoints News

Endpoints News is a media company covering the most critical developments for leaders across the biopharma world. Launched in 2015, Endpoints News has become the way drug development executives stay informed. Reported by a global team of journalists — led by co-founder John Carroll & Executive Editor Drew Armstrong — Endpoints covers news as it happens and delivers an inimitable twice-daily email report to an engaged audience in the business of discovering, researching, marketing, and regulating biotech drugs. In April, 2023, the Financial Times took a controlling stake in Endpoints News.

Financial Times

The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading business news organisations, recognised internationally for its authority, integrity and accuracy. The FT has a record paying readership of 1.2 million, more than one million of which are digital subscriptions. It is part of Nikkei Inc., which provides a broad range of information, news and services for the global business community.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated QA Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and stability of our products through rigorous testing processes. 

You will collaborate closely with developers, management, and other stakeholders to design, implement, and execute test plans, identify potential issues, and ensure that our products meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. 

The ideal candidate is proactive, analytical, and passionate about improving software quality, with a keen eye for identifying issues before they reach the customer. If you enjoy problem-solving and have a strong commitment to delivering flawless user experiences, this role is for you.

We are growing rapidly and we're hoping you'll join us on this journey.

Role and Responsibilities

Knowledge of QA theory (software testing processes, test types, and test techniques).

Experience in creating and supporting testing documentation (test cases, checklists, test plans)

Ability to work patiently and accurately, with attention to detail, both under supervision and independently

• Manual testing of web applications and APIs
• Writing and supporting test documentation
• Smoke, regression testing of applications
• Bug reports creation, verification using the bug tracking system

Qualifications

• Knowledge of QA theory (software testing processes, test types, and test technics)
• Experience in creating and supporting testing documentation (test cases, checklists, test plans)
• Ability to work patiently and accurately, with attention to detail, both under supervision and independently
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English
• Strong knowledge of bug life cycle (ability to create clear bug report)
• Experience in testing web applications
• Practical experience with browser dev tools
• Desire to expand your knowledge
• Brief knowledge of automation testing

Nice to have

• Experience with Jira
• Knowledge of Git
• Experience with WordPress
• Knowledge of Databases
• Knowledge of API testing (Rest)
• Basic knowledge of JS, HTML, CSS
• Understanding and experience with Agile software development methodology
• Desire to eventually delve into automated testing

Personal competencies

• Highly collaborative, quickly builds trust and respect
• Strong desire to share your knowledge with the rest of the team.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Proactive issue and risk management approach
• Able to adapt to rapidly changing situations
• Attention to detail
• Delivery focused, and results driven

We Offer

• A work environment with minimum bureaucracy
• Fully remote work
• Area for self-development and personal growth
• Days off on select US and own public holidays
• Flexible working hours without time trackers
• Team buildings and other activities
• Yearly salary review
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave
• Competitive compensation package and annual bonus potential
• Reimbursement for English lessons as well as other courses on work related professional development
• Recreational budget

The pay range for this position is BGN 42,000 - 66,000, however, base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, and job-related knowledge.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Bulgaria.

Endpoints News is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and thoughts and welcome everyone to apply for employment with us. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, transparent, and collaborative. Mutual respect is central to how Endpoints News operates, and we believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills. We embrace our differences and know that we are stronger working together.