Associate Engineer – Manual Testing

The ACS Song interview process typically starts with a timed online aptitude test covering quantitative, logical reasoning and verbal ability. Successful candidates move to a technical interview focused on manual testing fundamentals, STLC, test case creation and basic API testing using Postman. The final HR round assesses cultural fit, communication skills and career aspirations. Overall difficulty is moderate; thorough preparation of testing concepts and aptitude practice greatly improves chances.

ACS Song promotes a collaborative, learning‑focused environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and experiment with new tools. The company offers a balanced work‑life schedule with flexible timings and opportunities for internal mobility across Accenture’s global network.

Graduation (any stream) with minimum 60% aggregate; B.Tech/B.E, B.Sc, B.Com or BA acceptable. Must belong to the 2023, 2024 or 2025 batch (or recent graduates). No active backlogs at the time of joining. Candidates should have basic knowledge of software testing concepts and good communication skills.

Round 1: Online Aptitude & Logical Reasoning Test → Round 2: Technical Interview (Manual Testing concepts, STLC, Agile, basic API testing) → Round 3: HR Interview (fitment, communication, expectations)

Accenture, a global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation, operates a specialized unit called ACS Song that focuses on delivering end‑to‑end solutions for e‑commerce and packaged application development. With a strong presence in India, ACS Song combines Accenture’s deep industry expertise with agile delivery models, enabling clients to launch robust, customer‑centric platforms at speed. The company invests heavily in employee growth, offering continuous learning programs, certifications, and a vibrant community of technologists. Its culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to delivering quality outcomes for a diverse set of clients across retail, finance and logistics. The role of Associate Engineer – Manual Testing is designed for fresh graduates or candidates with up to two years of experience who are eager to build a solid foundation in functional testing. As a Functional Test Engineer, you will work closely with product owners, developers, and business analysts to understand requirements, design test scenarios, and ensure that applications meet the defined acceptance criteria. You will be part of an agile scrum team, participating in sprint ceremonies and contributing to continuous improvement of the testing process. Key responsibilities include: 1. Analyzing functional specifications and user stories to derive test conditions. 2. Designing, documenting and executing detailed manual test cases covering functional, UI, regression and smoke testing. 3. Creating and maintaining test data sets required for comprehensive test execution. 4. Logging defects with clear reproduction steps, severity and priority, and tracking them through resolution using Jira or similar tools. 5. Collaborating with developers to clarify ambiguities, reproduce issues and verify fixes. 6. Participating in daily stand‑ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews and retrospectives to ensure testing activities are aligned with delivery timelines. 7. Supporting release activities by performing final sanity checks and preparing test summary reports. 8. Contributing ideas to streamline test processes, adopt best practices and improve test coverage. 9. Gaining exposure to API testing using Postman and basic cross‑browser/device validation. 10. Keeping test documentation up‑to‑date in test management tools such as Xray or TestLink. Technical stack primarily revolves around web‑based applications, requiring familiarity with browsers, HTTP protocols, and basic API concepts. While automation is not a core requirement for this entry‑level position, exposure to tools like Postman, Jira, and test case management platforms is valuable. The role offers a clear growth path: after mastering manual testing, engineers can transition to automation testing, quality engineering, or specialized domains such as performance testing and security testing. Accenture’s internal mobility programs also enable movement into development, consulting or project management tracks. Why join ACS Song? You will gain hands‑on experience on real‑world e‑commerce projects, work within a globally recognized brand, and benefit from structured mentorship and up‑skilling initiatives. The company’s emphasis on agile delivery, continuous learning and a supportive work environment makes it an ideal launchpad for a long‑term career in quality assurance and beyond.