Quality Assurance

Manual QA Tester Help build Nicely Co.'s risk-based testing, defect prevention, test design, automation, release confidence, and quality measurement as Manual QA Tester, with meaningful ownership in an early-stage company. Position overview Nicely Co. is seeking a Manual QA Tester to strengthen risk-based testing, defect prevention, test design, automation, release confidence, and quality measurement. This role will turn company priorities into clear, dependable work while partnering directly with colleagues across functions.Nicely Co. is an early-stage company, so this position will help create the processes and internal systems behind the work, not merely inherit a mature playbook. The successful candidate will use sound judgment, communicate tradeoffs, and operate with appropriate autonomy.Responsibilities may evolve as the company grows. This is an opportunity to influence how the Quality Assurance function develops, establish useful standards, and leave behind systems that scale responsibly. Responsibilities Own day-to-day work across risk-based testing, defect prevention, test design, automation, release confidence, and quality measurement. Translate the priorities of the Manual QA Tester role into documented plans, decisions, and measurable outcomes. Build lightweight, repeatable processes that fit an early-stage company and can mature over time. Collaborate across functions to resolve dependencies and deliver complete outcomes. Identify risks early, recommend proportionate solutions, and escalate consequential decisions. Maintain accurate documentation and handle company, customer, and employee information responsibly. Use relevant evidence and feedback to improve quality, efficiency, and stakeholder experience. Communicate progress, constraints, priorities, and results clearly to affected teammates. Qualifications Demonstrated capability relevant to risk-based testing, defect prevention, test design, automation, release confidence, and quality measurement. Judgment and ownership appropriate for the Manual QA Tester scope. Strong written and verbal communication with both specialists and cross-functional partners. Ability to organize ambiguous work, make progress independently, and document decisions. Comfort building systems in an early-stage environment where priorities may evolve. Commitment to ethical conduct, confidentiality, security, accessibility, and inclusive collaboration. Preferred qualifications Experience with modern methods and tools used in Quality Assurance. Experience in a startup, small business, or other resource-conscious environment. Evidence of improving a workflow, standard, product, service, or measurable outcome. Relevant education, certification, portfolio, or equivalent practical experience. Flexible work arrangements where applicable. Opportunity to help build an early-stage company. Direct impact on company growth and operating quality. Cross-functional collaboration and professional development opportunities. Significant ownership over assigned responsibilities. Opportunity for responsibilities to expand as the company grows. #J-18808-Ljbffr