Software Tester (Manual & Automation)

Hexa Consulting is looking for a Software Tester (Mid-Level) to join our Client's team in a hybrid work model from Porto.

Job Details

Porto, Portugal | Hybrid – 3 days per week in the office | Financial Services

Mandatory Requirements

• Professional experience in Software Testing or Quality Assurance, with the autonomy expected of a Mid-level professional.
• Experience in manual and automated software testing.
• Solid knowledge of functional, regression, integration, UAT and end-to-end testing.
• Experience designing, executing and maintaining test cases.
• Knowledge of defect management and tracking tools, including Jira and Xray.
• Ability to analyze functional and non-functional requirements, complex applications and business processes.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage testing activities independently while maintaining alignment with project priorities.
• Good communication and collaboration skills in international, multidisciplinary teams.
• English proficiency: B2 or higher.

Nice to Have

• ISTQB or equivalent Software Testing certification.
• Familiarity with financial services, securities processing or post-trade operations.

Technology Stack

• Manual & Automated Testing
• Functional, Regression & Integration Testing
• UAT & End-to-End Testing
• Test Case Design & Execution
• Jira & Xray
• Defect Tracking & Management
• Test Reporting & Quality Assurance

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze functional and non-functional requirements to define test scenarios, acceptance criteria and appropriate test coverage.
• Design, execute and maintain manual and automated test cases across different testing phases.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, UAT and end-to-end testing.
• Identify, document, monitor and retest software defects throughout the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with developers, functional analysts, product owners and business teams to validate expected system behavior.
• Assess testing outcomes, identify quality risks and contribute to defect prevention.
• Prepare clear reports on test execution, defect status and delivery risks for test management.
• Support continuous improvement and standardization of software testing processes and quality practices.

What We Offer

• Work Model: Hybrid, 3 days per week in the office.
• A culture where each person is encouraged to act as a Builder, contributing with ownership, responsibility and impact.
• A collaborative environment built on Honesty, Mutual Support and Agility.
• Continuous learning and certification support throughout your journey.
• Private health insurance from day one, with optional family extension.
• Confidential mental health support through TEAM 24, including psychological support, content and live sessions.
• Childcare vouchers and practical family support measures.
• Opportunities to grow through exposure to quality management, information security, AI governance and cybersecurity best practices.

Equal Opportunity

Hexa is committed to equal opportunity, inclusion and fair access to professional growth. We value diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences, and we support the principles of the Portuguese Diversity Charter in the way we build teams and opportunities.

Hexa Life

Life at Hexa means being part of a community of Builders. We work with transparency, support each other across projects and geographies, and stay focused on learning, adapting and delivering work that creates real impact.

If you meet the above criteria and are ready for an exciting opportunity in a dynamic environment, please send your CV!