Manual QA Engineer I Mid-senior I NordVPN Windows at Nord Security

The world’s most advanced VPN, and a whole lot more.   If you’re a curious problem-solver who carves their own path, join the team behind Threat Protection Pro, the NordLynx protocol, and the fastest VPN on the planet—tools that put privacy, security, and control back in people’s hands. Your impact? Helping millions take back control of their online security, privacy, and data. Main Responsibilities • Design, maintain, and execute manual test cases for a Windows-based desktop application; • Test critical application functionalities, including components related to installation, updating, and integration within the Windows environment; • Participate in the full testing lifecycle: analyze requirements, prepare test cases, and conduct regression testing; • Investigate and document defects, offering actionable recommendations to prevent similar issues in future releases; • Drive the development and execution of quality improvement strategies across the product; • Own and manage the regression test backlog: create, prioritize, and continuously refine test suites for each release cycle, using a risk-based approach to ensure maximum coverage where it matters most; • Engage actively in our QA Guild community by sharing insights, showcasing new techniques, and contributing to collective quality standards and best practices. Core Requirements • At least 3+ years of experience in manual software testing; • Advanced knowledge of test design and a variety of testing techniques; • Strategic thinking and the ability to see the bigger picture of the whole product from a business perspective and processes; • Deep analytical and problem-solving skills; • Work hand in hand and effectively communicate with the team; • Excellent written and spoken English skills. Bonus points • Logging & Debugging: Windows Event Viewer, log analysis tools • Network Debugging: Wireshark, Fiddler Tools You Will Use • XRay • Jira • Confluence • Git • VM Manager Salary Range • Gross Salary 3000 - 4600 EUR/Month What We Offer Innovate with industry leaders Work alongside global experts to build world-leading cybersecurity tools, impacting millions of users around the world. Learn & grow Boost your skills via our extensive training programs (online and offline) & other resources. Benefit from mentorship and career-switch opportunities to grow within the company.  Work in a next-gen Cyber City office Thrive in our bustling office, featuring ergonomic workspaces, modern meeting rooms, engaging events, and specialty coffee to fuel your day. Hybrid work Enjoy the flexibility with 3 office days and working from home for the remaining 2. Work from anywhere Recharge with a change of scenery – choose work from any location when you feel a need to power your creativity and drive.   Physical well-being Boost your health with free-of-charge 24/7 gym access, onsite and online workouts, and consultations led by in-house Physical Well-Being experts.  Mental & emotional health Nurture your mind with free psychologist consultations, dedicated mental health events, and premium access to top-rated wellness apps like Calm, Headspace, and Mindletic. Premium healthcare Receive private health insurance giving you peace of mind for your health needs. Extra days off Enjoy additional vacation days off as you grow with us. Plus, get extra days for sick leave, special occasions, or parenting needs.   Joyful moments – special treats Celebrate life’s big moments with special gifts from us on your birthday, anniversary, and other major events, such as weddings or the arrival of a new family member.   Company events & team-building Experience iconic Nord Security celebrations, team-buildings, and knowledge-sharing events, nurturing bonds that fuel our success. Workation Embark on a legendary company getaway abroad, filled with exciting activities, live concerts, engaging workshops, and epic time together. Kindly refer to our Privacy Notice for Recruitment Candidates for comprehensive information regarding our data handling procedures throughout recruitment processes: [Upgrade to PRO to see link] We expect all candidates to provide accurate and complete information during the recruitment process. 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