Junior QA Engineer

QA Engineer OpportunityTransPerfect is the world's largest provider of language services and technology solutions for global business. From offices in over 160 cities on six continents, TransPerfect offers a full range of services in 170+ languages to clients worldwide. More than 6,000 global organizations employ TransPerfect's GlobalLink® technology to simplify management of multilingual content. TransPerfect has global headquarters in New York, with regional headquarters in London and Hong Kong.We're a small team inside TransPerfect building a massive internal platform a low-code application builder that's powering how our entire company operates. It's ambitious, it's complex, and it's not "done." That's exactly why it's fun.Think:Not just a bug-logging roleYou'll shape quality standards and help build testing infrastructure from the ground upComplex, data-driven interfaces that need thorough, thoughtful QAEnterprise-scale impact… without enterprise-level red tapeWe operate more like a startup embedded inside a global company. We move fast, figure things out as we go, and need people who are excited to make sure what we build actually works—reliably, at scale, every time.You won't just find bugs. You'll help define what "quality" means for this platform.Write, execute, and maintain manual and automated test cases for a drag-and-drop application builderIdentify, document, and track bugs with clear, reproducible stepsCollaborate closely with frontend engineers to catch issues early in the dev cycleHelp build out regression test suites as features evolveContribute to QA processes and documentation that grow with the teamParticipate in sprint planning and review to understand what's being shipped and what needs coverageWe're not looking for someone who just runs a checklist and closes tickets. We're looking for someone who:Asks "what could go wrong here?" before a feature shipsIs comfortable when specs are incomplete or evolvingCan think from the user's perspective, not just the test planTakes ownership of qualityCommunicates clearly with engineers, not just in JiraWants a career in quality engineering, not just a jobIf you've worked somewhere perfectly structured with locked-down processes: this will feel different. If you've ever found a bug no one else caught and felt genuinely good about it: you'll fit right in.QA FundamentalsUnderstanding of the software developer lifecycle (SDLC) and QA methodologiesExperience writing test cases, test plans, and bug reportsFamiliarity with functional, regression, integration, and exploratory testingComfort working in Agile/Scrum environmentsTools & PlatformsBug tracking tools: Jira, Azure DevOps, or similarBasic understanding of browser developer tools for frontend debuggingFamiliarity with API testing concepts (Postman or similar is a plus)Automation (Preferred, Not Required)Exposure to test automation frameworks: Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, or similarBasic scripting ability in JavaScript, TypeScript, or PythonUnderstanding of CI/CD pipelines and how automated tests fit inA Design MindsetWe need QA engineers who care about UX, not just pass/fail.You notice when something works technically but feels broken to a userYou think about edge cases that live in the gap between spec and realityYou can communicate UX observations clearly to engineers and PMsLet's be real:We're building something big with a small teamThe structure isn't perfectPriorities can shiftWe're figuring some things out as we goBut also:You'll have real ownership over quality—not just a slice of a ticket queueYour findings will actually change what shipsYou won't be stuck running the same regression suite foreverYou'll help define how QA evolves on this platformIf you're looking for:A highly structured, perfectly documented test environment ? this isn't itA chance to build quality practices from the ground up ? this is itReal ownership at the start of your QA career ? this is itThis is a role for someone who wants to:Build, not just executeInfluence what ships, not just report what brokeGrow into a QA engineer who understands the whole productBachelor's degree or equivalent experience (Computer Science, IT, or related field preferred)0–2 years of QA or software testing experience (internship or project work counts)Strong attention to detail and analytical thinkingClear written communication, you'll be writing a lot of bug reportsAI can be a useful tool, but our engineers are expected to function without itAt TransPerfect, there are real growth opportunities. We encourage continuous dialogue with management about your path whether that's deepening your automation expertise, moving into SDET work, or growing into a QA lead role. All of that is on the table.For more than 25 years, we've built a culture where ideas are shared and new ventures are welcomed. From Intern to President, every employee should have a voice. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, child-care provider membership, and other TransPerks. You even get your birthday off—because we're glad you exist.TransPerfect provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.We're not pretending this is a polished, perfectly structured role. We are saying: if you're the kind of QA engineer who asks hard questions, thrives on making complex software better, and wants to help shape something meaningful from early in your career—You'll probably love it here. TransPerfect