About the Company

Jar is India’s leading daily saving app, designed to help individuals build strong financial habits through small, consistent savings. Founded in 2021, Jar has grown rapidly and is trusted by over 20 million users across the country. The platform enables users to invest in 24K digital gold through flexible saving options such as daily, weekly, monthly, and instant saving, making financial planning simple and accessible for everyone.

With over 1 million UPI autopay transactions processed daily, Jar is at the forefront of fintech innovation in India. The company has also expanded into the jewelry segment with its brand Nek, combining luxury with affordability and achieving significant revenue milestones. Backed by leading investors and having achieved profitability in 2025, Jar continues to focus on sustainable growth and large-scale impact.

Introduction

Jar is seeking a Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET-1) to join its Bengaluru team. This role is ideal for individuals passionate about quality assurance and software testing. As a QA Tester, you will play a critical role in ensuring that applications meet high-quality standards before release. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify defects, improve product quality, and deliver a seamless user experience.

Key Responsibilities

Testing & Quality Assurance

Perform manual testing of mobile applications and APIs to ensure product quality.
Execute smoke, regression, and exploratory testing across multiple platforms and devices.
Validate features against functional and business requirements.

Test Case Management

Design, maintain, and execute detailed test cases and test plans.
Ensure comprehensive test coverage for new and existing features.
Actively participate in the software testing life cycle (STLC).

Bug Tracking & Debugging

Identify, log, and track bugs using tools such as Jira.
Analyze discrepancies between expected and actual results.
Assist in root cause analysis and provide clear, structured defect reports.

Collaboration & Agile Practices

Work closely with developers, designers, and product managers to improve product quality.
Participate in daily stand-ups and sprint ceremonies to provide QA updates.
Collaborate with teams to prioritize and resolve issues efficiently.

Required Qualifications

1–3 years of hands-on experience in manual testing of mobile applications and APIs.
Familiarity with Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC) and basic SDET concepts.
Basic knowledge of Java programming.
Experience using tools such as Postman, Charles Proxy, or Proxyman.
Strong debugging skills with a structured problem-solving approach.
Ability to write test cases and test plans independently.
Basic knowledge of SQL or MongoDB queries.
Experience with bug tracking tools like Jira.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in fast-paced product-based environments.
Understanding of API testing and performance validation.
Exposure to Agile methodologies and sprint-based workflows.
Attention to detail and a quality-first mindset.

Why Join Us / Benefits

Be part of one of India’s fastest-growing fintech startups.
Work on products used by millions of users across the country.
Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
Opportunity to grow in a high-impact, fast-paced ecosystem.
Exposure to modern tools, technologies, and testing practices.
Contribute to building a product that improves financial habits and security.