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Clients rate Flexiple QA developers 4.9 / 5 on average based on 12,701 reviews.

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“I’ve been pleased with Purab’s performance and work ethics. He is proactive in flagging any issues and communicates well. The time zone difference is huge but he provides a sufficient overlap. He and I work together very well and I appreciate his expertise.”

Paul Cikatricis

UX and Conversion Optimization Lead

“Flexiple has exceeded our expectations with their focus on customer satisfaction! The freelancers are brilliant at what they do and have made an immense impact. Highly recommended :)”

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Henning Grimm

Founder, Aquaplot

“Overall Flexiple brought in high-level of transparency with extremely quick turnarounds in the hiring process at a significantly lower cost than any alternate options we had considered.”

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Kislay Shashwat

VP Finance, CREO

“Todd and I are impressed with the candidates you've gathered. Thank you for your work so far. Thanks for sticking within our budget and helping us to find strong talent. Have loved Flexiple so far — highly entrepreneurial and autonomous talent.”

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William Ross

Co-Founder, Reckit

“The cooperation with Christos was excellent. I can only give positive feedback about him. Besides his general coding, the way of writing tests and preparing documentation has enriched our team very much. It is a great added value in every team.”

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Moritz Gruber

CTO, Caisy.io

“Flexiple spent a good amount of time understanding our requirements, resulting in accurate recommendations and quick ramp up by developers. We also found them to be much more affordable than other alternatives for the same level of quality.”

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Narayan Vyas

Director PM, Plivo Inc

“It's been great working with Flexiple for hiring talented, hardworking folks. We needed a suitable back-end developer and got to know Ankur through Flexiple. We are very happy with his commitment and skills and will be working with Flexiple going forward as well.”

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Neil Shah

Chief of Staff, Prodigal Tech

“Flexiple has been instrumental in helping us grow fast. Their vetting process is top notch and they were able to connect us with quality talent quickly. The team put great emphasis on matching us with folks who were a great fit not only technically but also culturally.”

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Tanu V

Founder, Power Router

“Flexiple has exceeded our expectations with their focus on customer satisfaction! The freelancers are brilliant at what they do and have made an immense impact. Highly recommended :)”

Henning Grimm avatar

Henning Grimm

Founder, Aquaplot

“Overall Flexiple brought in high-level of transparency with extremely quick turnarounds in the hiring process at a significantly lower cost than any alternate options we had considered.”

Kislay Shashwat avatar

Kislay Shashwat

VP Finance, CREO

“Todd and I are impressed with the candidates you've gathered. Thank you for your work so far. Thanks for sticking within our budget and helping us to find strong talent. Have loved Flexiple so far — highly entrepreneurial and autonomous talent.”

William Ross avatar

William Ross

Co-Founder, Reckit

“The cooperation with Christos was excellent. I can only give positive feedback about him. Besides his general coding, the way of writing tests and preparing documentation has enriched our team very much. It is a great added value in every team.”

Moritz Gruber avatar

Moritz Gruber

CTO, Caisy.io

“Flexiple spent a good amount of time understanding our requirements, resulting in accurate recommendations and quick ramp up by developers. We also found them to be much more affordable than other alternatives for the same level of quality.”

Narayan Vyas avatar

Narayan Vyas

Director PM, Plivo Inc

“It's been great working with Flexiple for hiring talented, hardworking folks. We needed a suitable back-end developer and got to know Ankur through Flexiple. We are very happy with his commitment and skills and will be working with Flexiple going forward as well.”

Neil Shah avatar

Neil Shah

Chief of Staff, Prodigal Tech

“Flexiple has been instrumental in helping us grow fast. Their vetting process is top notch and they were able to connect us with quality talent quickly. The team put great emphasis on matching us with folks who were a great fit not only technically but also culturally.”

Tanu V avatar

Tanu V

Founder, Power Router

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is Flexiple's process?

Our process is fairly straightforward. We understand your requirements in detail and recommend freelancers per your specific needs. You can interview the freelancers we recommend though they are already vetted by us rigorously. Once you like someone and decide to work with them, we draw up a tripartite agreement. You work directly with the freelancer, just the invoicing is done by Flexiple.

Is there a project manager assigned to manage the resources?

Our core strength is with freelance developers and designers. Though we do have senior engineers who can work as tech leads, project managers are not part of our offering.

What is Flexiple's model?

We typically work on an hourly model of upwards of US$30 per hour. For full-time longer term engagements, we can also work on a monthly model of upwards of US$5000 per month.The rates vary depending on the skill sets, experience level and location of the freelancer.

What are the payment terms?

- In the hourly model, the invoice is raised weekly/ fortnightly and is payable within 3 days of receipt of invoice.
- In the monthly model, the invoice is raised monthly and is payable within 7 days of receipt of invoice.

Are there any extras charges?

The hourly/ monthly rate shared is all-inclusive. No additional charges other than taxes are applicable.

How does Flexiple match you with the right freelancer?

Based on your requirements, we look for suitable freelancers based on:
- Tech fit: Proficiency in the tech stack you need, Recent work on stack, Work in a similar role
- Culture fit: Worked in similar team structure, Understanding of your company's industry, product stage.

How to Hire the Best QA Developers

Hiring top-quality QA (Quality Assurance) developers ensures your software meets the highest standards of reliability, performance, and security. QA engineers play a crucial role in designing test strategies, writing automated and manual tests, and collaborating with development teams to catch defects early. By clearly defining project requirements, vetting candidates’ technical expertise in test automation frameworks and security testing, and assessing communication skills, you can build a dedicated QA team that delivers robust, production-ready applications.

Introduction to QA Development

QA development encompasses the planning, design, and execution of tests to verify that software meets functional and non-functional requirements. QA engineers create test plans, develop automated scripts, and perform manual testing to ensure a seamless user experience and high product quality.

Why QA Development is Essential

  • Improved Software Quality: Rigorous testing catches defects before release.
  • Faster Time-to-Market: Automated tests accelerate regression checks.
  • Cost Savings: Early bug detection reduces post-release fixes.
  • Enhanced Security: Dedicated security testing prevents vulnerabilities.

Essential Tools and Technologies

  • Test Automation Frameworks: Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright for web testing.
  • API Testing Tools: Postman, REST Assured, or Karate.
  • Performance Testing: JMeter or Gatling for load and stress tests.
  • CI/CD Integration: Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions to run tests automatically.
  • Test Management: Jira, TestRail, or Zephyr for tracking test cases and defects.

Key Skills to Look for When Hiring QA Engineers

  • Test Automation Expertise: Proficiency in writing and maintaining automated test suites.
  • Manual Testing Aptitude: Strong exploratory testing and defect-reporting skills.
  • API & Integration Testing: Experience validating REST/GraphQL endpoints and microservices.
  • Security & Performance Testing: Knowledge of vulnerability scanning and load testing.
  • Soft Skills: Clear communication, collaboration in agile teams, and attention to detail.

Understanding QA Development for Custom Projects

  • Test Planning: Define scope, objectives, and test coverage based on requirements.
  • Test Case Design: Create data-driven and boundary tests to cover edge cases.
  • Automation Strategy: Identify stable areas for automation and write maintainable scripts.
  • Continuous Testing: Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines for rapid feedback.

Crafting an Effective Job Description for QA Engineers

Job Title: "QA Engineer," "Automation QA Developer," or "Senior Quality Assurance Specialist"

Role Summary: Outline responsibilities such as test planning, automation script development, performance and security testing, and defect management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute test plans and test cases for functional and non-functional testing.
  • Create and maintain automated test suites using Selenium, Cypress, or equivalent.
  • Perform API, performance, security, and regression testing.
  • Integrate tests into CI/CD pipelines and monitor test results.
  • Report defects, collaborate with developers, and verify fixes.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a QA engineer or tester in agile environments.
  • Strong skills in test automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress).
  • Experience with API testing tools (Postman, REST Assured).
  • Understanding of performance and security testing methodologies.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools and version control (Git).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certifications such as ISTQB, CSTE, or equivalent.
  • Experience with cloud-based testing and containerized environments.
  • Knowledge of programming languages like JavaScript, Python, or Java for automation.

Work Environment & Compensation

Specify remote, hybrid, or on-site arrangements; provide competitive salary or contract rates, benefits, and include a no-risk trial period for both parties to ensure a good fit.

Application Process

Outline steps: résumé and testing portfolio submission, technical assessment (automation coding exercise), and panel interviews. Emphasize transparent timelines and feedback.

Challenges in Hiring QA Engineers

  • Finding Automation Experts: Test automation requires both programming and testing mindsets.
  • Balancing Manual vs. Automated: Determining which tests to automate.
  • Ensuring Domain Knowledge: QA must understand business logic to write effective tests.

Interview Questions to Evaluate QA Engineers

  • Describe your approach to designing an automated smoke test suite.
  • How do you handle flaky tests and ensure reliability?
  • Explain how you would test a REST API endpoint with data validation.
  • What performance metrics do you monitor in a load test?

Best Practices for Onboarding QA Engineers

  • Provide existing test plans, coding standards, and CI/CD access.
  • Pair new hires with senior QA for initial test suite setup and code reviews.
  • Schedule regular syncs to align on quality goals and metrics.

Why to Hire with Flexiple

  • Vetted QA Talent: Access pre-screened QA engineers with proven automation and manual testing expertise.
  • Flexible Engagement: Options for trial, contract, or full-time hires.
  • Global Network: Connect with top QA professionals across various industries.

Hire QA Developers: Parting Thoughts

Building robust, reliable software demands a strong QA team skilled in both manual and automated testing. By following a structured hiring, assessment, and onboarding process, you’ll secure the right QA engineers to maintain high product quality, accelerate release cycles, and drive customer satisfaction.

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