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Marina L.

Toronto, Canada

$40/hr
4.9
17 jobs

I love high-quality software! And I know you do, too. I'm here to help you ensure that all the features of your web/mobile app meet their specifications while the app itself shows excellent performance and provides a great user experience. With over 10 years of hands-on experience in quality assurance and testing where I had a chance to verify dozens of web and mobile applications, I have what it takes to become a high-performing QA engineer on your team. The last few years spent in a US startup taught me a lot about North America's work culture. While I'm fully authorized to work in Canada, I'm open to both local and international opportunities. My qualifications include: - Web and mobile testing, inc. exploratory, functional, and usability testing - Cross-platform testing - Software quality assurance - Test effort estimation and planning - Test case development - Agile & Scrum methodologies Main accomplishments: - Increased test coverage for requirements from 30% to 80%+ - Reduced bugs in production by a factor of 3 - Instituted a practice of estimating and planning test efforts - Drove the transition from reactive testing to proactive quality assurance - Suggested a number of process improvements during spring retrospectives My stack of technologies: Browserstack, Testpad, Invision | Windows, Mac, iOS, Android | SQL, Periscope, Sisense | Stripe | Segment,FullStory, Google Analytics | Slack, Clubhouse, Hubstaff | Heroku | Klaviyo | Kustomer | MS Office, Google Documents

  • Software Testing
  • Software QA
  • Test Results & Analysis
  • Web Testing
  • Usability Testing
  • Black Box Testing
  • Functional Testing
  • Test Management
  • Test Case Design
  • Manual Testing
  • Bug Tracking & Reports
  • QA Engineering
  • Mobile App Testing
  • User Acceptance Testing
  • Bug Reports
Istikhar A.

Lahore, Pakistan

$40/hr
5.0
26 jobs

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  • Software Testing
  • Software QA
  • Automated Testing
  • Test Automation Framework
  • Desktop Application Testing
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  • Selenium
  • DevOps
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  • Cross-Browser Testing
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Oliver Jett I.

Naga, Philippines

$10/hr
4.9
12 jobs

As a dedicated QA professional with over 5 years of experience, I specialize in manual testing for a wide range of web-based and mobile-based applicationsโ€” including those in Fintech, SaaS, eCommerce, InsurTech, and social networking. Iโ€™m passionate about ensuring quality at every stage of the development process, from requirement validation to final release. My strengths include: - Designing and executing comprehensive test cases - Conducting functional, regression, exploratory, and UAT testing - Working closely with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve issues - A strong understanding of business logic and user behavior - Hands-on experience with tools like JIRA, Azure DevOps, and Postman I take pride in having a keen eye for detail and the ability to adapt quickly to new systems and workflows. Over the years, Iโ€™ve also had the opportunity to mentor junior QA testers and coordinate across development, QA, and product teamsโ€”experiences that have further strengthened my leadership and communication skills. ๐Ÿ” Career Goal: I'm currently seeking a new opportunity where I can apply my skills in a collaborative, quality-driven environment and continue growing in the QA fieldโ€”particularly in areas like automation and performance testing. Letโ€™s connect! Iโ€™m always open to meaningful conversations and new challenges in the world of software quality assurance.

  • Software QA
  • API Testing
  • Project Management Software
  • Email Marketing Strategy
  • Load Testing
  • Test Automation
  • Data Entry
Nauman D.

Islamabad, Pakistan

$25/hr
5.0
7 jobs

I help startups, SaaS companies, agencies, and product teams identify release-blocking defects, protect critical web and mobile workflows, reduce regression risk, and launch stable products with developer-ready evidence. My QA services cover web applications, SaaS platforms, iOS and Android apps, REST APIs, eCommerce systems, payment workflows, dashboards, role-based applications, and AI-enabled products. HOW I CAN HELP: Manual QA Testing: โ€ข Functional, regression, exploratory, smoke, sanity, integration, and end-to-end testing โ€ข User Acceptance Testing and release validation โ€ข Web, SaaS, iOS, and Android application testing โ€ข Cross-browser, responsive, and cross-device testing โ€ข Authentication, onboarding, role-based access, dashboards, forms, and notifications โ€ข Checkout, payment gateway, subscription, billing, and account workflow testing โ€ข UI/UX, usability, validation, error-handling, loading-state, and data-accuracy testing โ€ข Negative testing, boundary-value testing, and real-world edge-case validation API and Backend Testing: โ€ข REST API testing with Postman and Swagger โ€ข Request and response validation โ€ข Authentication, authorization, headers, parameters, payloads, and status-code testing โ€ข Positive, negative, boundary, and invalid-data scenarios โ€ข API workflow and integration testing โ€ข Browser console, network request, and SQL data validation โ€ข Postman collection execution and API regression testing Test Automation: โ€ข Playwright automation for modern web and SaaS applications โ€ข Cypress and Selenium support for existing automation projects โ€ข End-to-end, smoke, regression, authentication, checkout, and critical-path automation โ€ข Postman and Newman API automation โ€ข Appium automation for iOS and Android applications โ€ข Page Object Model, reusable fixtures, and data-driven testing โ€ข Environment configuration, test tags, grouping, and reusable utilities โ€ข Screenshots, videos, traces, logs, and HTML or JUnit reports โ€ข Continuous test execution with GitHub Actions or Jenkins AI APPLICATION TESTING: โ€ข AI chatbot and conversational workflow testing โ€ข Prompt-input and response validation โ€ข Conversation context and session-continuity testing โ€ข Fallback, invalid-input, and error-state validation โ€ข Response consistency, usability, and edge-case testing โ€ข AI-enabled workflow and API integration testing WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE: โ€ข A focused QA scope, test plan, checklist, or test cases โ€ข Clear and reproducible bug reports โ€ข Severity and priority classification โ€ข Expected versus actual results โ€ข Environment, browser, operating system, and device details โ€ข Screenshots, screen recordings, console errors, and network evidence โ€ข Retesting and regression-testing results โ€ข Maintainable automation source code โ€ข Setup instructions and execution documentation โ€ข Test execution reports and failed-test evidence โ€ข A concise release-readiness report with risks and recommendations TOOLS: Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, Appium, Postman, Newman, Swagger, Jira, Linear, ClickUp, Chrome DevTools, BrowserStack, LambdaTest, SQL, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Git, Google Sheets, and Loom. WHY WORK WITH ME: โ€ข ISTQB-certified and process-oriented QA approach โ€ข Strong focus on critical business workflows and real user behavior โ€ข Developer-friendly bug reports that reduce unnecessary back-and-forth โ€ข Maintainable automation instead of fragile recorded scripts โ€ข Clear communication and structured progress reporting โ€ข Practical balance between manual testing and test automation โ€ข Testing focused on release risk, user experience, and product stability I can start with user stories, Figma designs, staging builds, API docs, or existing automation. Share your product/build, key workflows, target devices/browsers, and timeline. Iโ€™ll create a practical manual, API, and automation testing plan.

  • Software Testing
  • Software QA
  • Manual Testing
  • Mobile App Testing
  • Web Testing
  • Bug Reports
  • Jira
  • Project Management
  • Functional Testing
  • API Testing
  • Regression Testing
  • Test Case Design
  • Bug Tracking & Reports
  • Usability Testing
  • Performance Testing
  • User Acceptance Testing
  • Mobile QA
  • QA Testing
  • Test Report
  • End-to-End Testing
Jezreel F.

Bulacan, Philippines

$6/hr
5.0
9 jobs

Iโ€™m a QA Lead with 8+ years in the game industry, specializing in live MMORPG operations, team leadership, and release coordination. I started from hands-on game testing and grew into leading and scaling QA teams from 5 testers to 30+ members in fast-paced live service environments. My experience covers end-to-end QA coordination, from client communication, test planning, release scheduling, and live event testing to regression testing, bug tracking, and maintaining QA standards across the team. I focus on delivering stable updates while keeping both quality and player experience a top priority. I enjoy building efficient QA workflows, mentoring testers, and helping teams adapt quickly to changing project needs. Currently open to opportunities in game QA, software QA, liveops, and project coordination.

  • Software Testing
  • Software QA
  • Game Testing
  • Team Management
  • QA Management
  • QA Software & Testing Tools
  • Test Plan
  • Test Case Design
  • Functional Testing
  • UserTesting
  • QA Testing
  • Load Testing
  • Smoke Testing
  • Manual Testing
  • Usability Testing
Valli S.

Rajahmundry, India

$10/hr
5.0
19 jobs

Hi, Iโ€™m Vali, a skilled QA tester and tech specialist from Andhra Pradesh, India. I work with Rainforest QA, testing a wide range of applications, from AI-driven tools like Fluidity IQ and Durable (a website builder), to real-world platforms like Shifty, Rayzor, Homethrive, and even complex systems like NextGen, a crypto-based betting platform. My focus is on catching bugs others miss, especially in edge cases, and writing clear, reliable test cases using both manual and no-code automation approaches. Beyond QA, I run a computer service center where I repair desktops, laptops, and printers. Years of hands-on experience give me a deep understanding of how hardware, software, and networks interact; far beyond surface-level testing. I value logic, clarity, and straight answers. Iโ€™m currently exploring ethical hacking, networking, and security to sharpen my skills even further. I'm naturally curious and committed to delivering quality work without cutting corners. If you need a detail-oriented tester who understands both users and systems; letโ€™s connect.

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  • Software QA
  • Regression Testing
  • Manual Testing

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A single missed bug can stall a launch and frustrate the users youโ€™ve worked hard to win. When you hire software QA testers, you protect release quality and free your developers to keep building features.ย 

What does a QA tester do?

A software QA tester checks software for defects before it reaches your customers. They design tests, run them across devices and browsers, document what breaks, and confirm that fixes hold up. The focus is catching problems early, when theyโ€™re cheapest and least disruptive to solve.

Day to day, a QA tester will typically perform these activities:

  • Run manual and exploratory testing to find usability issues and edge cases that automated checks routinely miss
  • Build and maintain automated test suites with tools like Selenium, Cypress, and Appium to speed up repeat checks
  • Write clear test plans and test cases, then log and track defects in JIRA and TestRail
  • Run regression and performance testing before each release to confirm new code hasnโ€™t broken existing features
  • Collaborate closely with software developers and product managers inside Agile and DevOps workflows

How to hire a QA tester on Upwork

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Step 1: Craft a targeted job post

The clearer your post, the better your matches. Spell out the work up front so qualified testers can decide quickly whether the role fits their skills.

  • Name your scope up front: manual, automated, or hybrid testing across your product
  • List the required tools, such as Selenium, Appium, JIRA, Jenkins, Postman, and TestRail
  • Specify your product type so testers understand the environment: web, mobile, or API
  • Define your testing goals, expected deliverables, timeline, and budget
  • You can also start from a software QA tester job description template

To draft a tailored job post quickly, try the Job Post Generator powered by Umaโ„ข, Upwork's Mindful AI. Describe what you need in a few sentences and Uma will draft a job post for QA testers in seconds. From there, the average time from job post to first proposal on Upwork is only three hours.

Step 2: Filter and evaluate candidates

As proposals begin to arrive, look for evidence that the candidate has solid technical skills and a proven track record.

  • Confirm hands-on experience with the tools and frameworks your stack relies on
  • Prioritize testers with direct experience in your product type and industry
  • Review portfolios for sample bug reports, test cases, automation scripts, and past defect-tracking work
  • Consider ISTQB or CSTE certification as one indicator of formal QA training

Uma can run instant video interviews and build side-by-side candidate shortlists, so you compare people on the same terms.

Step 3: Interview your top choices

Use live interviews to verify both the technical understanding and the communication skills to meet your project QA needs.

  • Ask how they approach test design, coverage, and deciding what to test first
  • Dig into the automation frameworks they know best and where theyโ€™ve applied them
  • Discuss a difficult defect they uncovered, how they reproduced it, and how they worked with developers to resolve it
  • For question ideas, browse our software QA tester and QA engineer interview questions

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Step 4: Agree on scope and begin work

Before work begins, agree on contract terms up front so everyone has the same expectations.

  • Choose a fixed-price contract for clearly defined deliverables, or hourly for ongoing testing work
  • Set milestones for test planning, test case development, execution, regression testing, and final reporting
  • Provide access to test environments, documentation, credentials, devices, and source code as needed

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How much does hiring a QA tester cost?

Hiring a software QA tester generally costs $12-$20 per hour, depending on scope, tools, and experience. Simple manual passes sit at the lower end, while automated suite work and ongoing coverage cost more.ย 

This table breaks down typical cost ranges for common projects to help you budget with confidence:

Manual testing pass

$300-$800/project

Entry
  • Bug report
  • Retest log
  • Test checklist

Test plan and test case design

$400-$1,200/project

Intermediate
  • Test plan
  • Documented test cases
  • Coverage matrix

Automated test suite setup

$800-$2,400/project

Advanced
  • Test framework
  • Automated scripts
  • CI integration

Full regression testing cycle

$500-$1,600/project

Intermediate
  • Regression suite
  • Defect log
  • Release sign-off

Ongoing QA retainer

$500-$1,600/project

Intermediate
  • Continuous testing
  • Defect triage
  • Status reporting

Frequently asked questions

Is hiring a software QA tester worth it?

For most teams that release software regularly, yes, hiring a QA tester is worth it. Catching defects before release typically costs far less than fixing them in production, while it protects the experience your reputation depends on.

Will software QA testers be replaced by AI?

No, software QA testers wonโ€™t be replaced by AI entirely. AI now handles repetitive test generation and defect triage, but experienced testers still design test strategy, judge risk, and interpret the ambiguous results that tools miss.

Are software QA testers still in demand?

Yes, software testers remain in demand. As software is released more frequently and across more platforms, organizations continue to hire QA testers to maintain quality and catch regressions without slowing development. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 15% employment growth for software developers, quality assurance analysts, and testers between 2024 and 2034, much faster than the average for all occupations.

Is it easy to hire a QA tester on Upwork?ย 

Yes, on Upwork, you can post your project, review proposals, interview candidates, and hire the QA tester who best fits your requirements. The median time from job post to first hire is just six hours. Upwork also has 170,000 freelancers with 5-star ratings, giving you a large pool of experienced professionals to choose from.