Applause is hiring a QA Test Lead (Payments) in Hyderabad! 🚀 This is your chance to work with a global leader in digital quality and payment testing, partnering with top brands like Google, PayPal, and Microsoft. If you’re passionate about ensuring flawless payment experiences and want to grow in a collaborative, global environment – this role is perfect for you!
Applause is seeking a QA Test Lead – Payments to manage end-to-end payment transaction testing for global brands. This on-site role in Hyderabad requires 3+ years of QA experience and offers an opportunity to collaborate with international teams and cutting-edge technologies.
Table of content
About Applause
Role Overview
Key Responsibilities
Job Requirements & Skills
Why Join Applause
Core Values
Benefits You’ll Gain
FAQs
Conclusion
Full Job Details
About Applause
Applause is a global leader in digital quality and UX research solutions, trusted by Google, Microsoft, PayPal, Starbucks, Vodafone, BMW, and more. Recognized as a Top Workplace, Applause empowers employees with global exposure, hands-on projects, and a culture of innovation.
Role Overview
We’re looking for a QA Test Lead (Payments) to ensure seamless end-to-end payment transaction testing, especially for NFC-enabled devices, in Hyderabad (On-site, Mon–Fri, 9AM–5PM).
Key Responsibilities
Conduct release & ad hoc testing of payment transactions on iOS & Android.
Write & execute test plans and cases.
Log & track defects, analyze test data & trends.
Provide reports with test artifacts & metrics.
Manage transaction reconciliation & production support.
Collaborate with global QA and payment teams.
Job Requirements & Skills
3+ years of QA functional/manual testing.
1+ years in a QA Lead role.
Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering or related.
Strong leadership, communication & collaboration skills.
Nice to have: Payment instrument QA testing experience.
Why Join Applause?
Work with world-class global brands.
Collaborative international team (450+ employees).
Structured onboarding & continuous learning.
Exposure to AI & emerging technologies.
Flexible, innovative, supportive culture.
Core Values
Be Accountable – Own your success.
Celebrate Authenticity – Be your true self.
In It Together – Team-first mindset.
Create Value for Customers – Deliver impact.
Crush Your Goals – Strive for excellence.
Conclusion
If you’re ready to lead payment QA testing with a global impact, Apply now and join Applause in Hyderabad to transform digital experiences for the world’s biggest brands!
What You’ll Gain by Joining
✅ Hands-on experience with global brands.
✅ Career growth in digital payments QA.
✅ International collaboration & exposure.
✅ Access to AI & advanced tools.
✅ Supportive and innovative work culture.
FAQ
Q1: What is the job location?
📍 Hyderabad, India (On-site).
Q2: How many years of experience are required?
✔️ Minimum 3+ years in QA and 1+ year in a lead role.
Q3: What kind of testing is expected?
📌 Manual functional testing, payment instrument validation, NFC device transactions.
Q4: What’s the working schedule?
🕘 Monday–Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM local time.
Q5: Who will I collaborate with?
🌍 Global teams including US-based Payments Leads and Applause QA teams.
