Why choose Ideaware for QA talent
For over 12 years, we have helped American companies scale their software teams and grow their businesses. Our focus is on seamlessly connecting you with the ideal Quality Assurance talent who not only possesses the right skills but also aligns with your project’s personality, culture, and expectations.
From day one, you and your team work with our expert team of recruiters and HR to meet your needs to the tee. There are no up-front fees to get started. Our commitment is demonstrated by the fact that you pay only after the first month your candidate is onboard.

12+
years in business
4y+
client engagement length
4.6 y
average retention time
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filled roles
Struggling to find top talent on your own? Skip the recruitment hassle
Access top-tier, pre-screened professionals within 48 hours of sharing your job details. All candidates are sourced from our 12-year-strong database and network in Colombia.
Hire talent
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Luis P.
Frontend / Mobile Developer
- ReactJS
- React Native
Luis is a Mechanical Engineer with over 4 years of experience working with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams. He has knowledge of SCRUM for project planning and execution.
Medellin, Colombia
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Daniel C.
Backend Developer
- NodeJS
- Typescript
Daniel has over 6 years of experience working as a backend developer, mainly using NodeJS. He's adept at tackling diverse IT challenges and is oriented to fulfilling project objectives.
Cali, Colombia
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Laura V.
Product Designer
- Figma
Laura has over 7 years of experience as a Product Designer. She is skilled at identifying user needs, researching, and creating wireframes and prototypes to optimize user interactions.
Barranquilla, Colombia


The ultimate guide for hiring QA engineers
Are you seeking to accelerate the growth and scale your development team? Recognizing the pivotal role talent plays in project success, we've crafted a guide to enhance your understanding of the hiring process. Explore insights on what to anticipate from experts in technical and soft skills and responsibilities, along with FAQs. We will give you a whole different perspective!
Before you start hiring
Access top-tier, pre-screened professionals within 48 hours of sharing your job details. All candidates are sourced from our 12-year-strong database and network in Colombia.
Define your project requirements
Clearly define your project goals, scope, and technical requirements. The difficulty level and the type of task you're dealing with will determine the skills and expertise needed.
Culture fit
Your hires must align with your company goals, values, and team culture. Someone who can integrate seamlessly into your team will adapt faster to your workflow and be more productive.
Budget planning
Establish a budget for your experts. Consider factors like labor costs, project timeline, infrastructure, and potential travel expenses.
Team proximity
Decide between outsourcing IT talent or in-house hiring. A hybrid approach, which combines these two, is also a viable option in some cases, providing a balance between control and flexibility.
Technical skills every QA engineer should have
Your Quality Assurance expert should have a diverse skill set to handle daily tasks and protect the future of your software. A QA with these essential skills will ensure smooth project flow and deliver high-quality, polished code.
- Proficiency in Test Planning and Documentation
- Experience with Performance Testing Tools
- Understanding of API Testing Concepts
- Ability to Write and Execute SQL Queries
- Familiarity with BDD Frameworks
- Proficiency in Test Automation Tools


Skills that go beyond code

Written communication
QA analysts should be able to write clear and comprehensive test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and defect reports.

Attention to detail
QA professionals need to ensure that the software functions as intended and meets the specified requirements. Attention to detail helps meticulously review requirements and verify that every feature and functionality aligns with the intended design.

Ability to analyze
QA analysts need to analyze software, systems, and processes to identify defects or issues. This involves understanding requirements, specifications, and user expectations to pinpoint areas that may be prone to errors.

Empathy
QA professionals need to understand the end-user's perspectives, needs, and expectations. Empathy helps them anticipate how users might interact with the software and identify potential usability issues.

Curiosity
Great QA professionals should be curious and eager to understand how things work. Instead of sticking to the obvious, push boundaries and explore the "what if" scenarios to uncover potential issues that others might miss.

Written communication
QA analysts should be able to write clear and comprehensive test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and defect reports.

Attention to detail
QA professionals need to ensure that the software functions as intended and meets the specified requirements. Attention to detail helps meticulously review requirements and verify that every feature and functionality aligns with the intended design.

Ability to analyze
QA analysts need to analyze software, systems, and processes to identify defects or issues. This involves understanding requirements, specifications, and user expectations to pinpoint areas that may be prone to errors.

Empathy
QA professionals need to understand the end-user's perspectives, needs, and expectations. Empathy helps them anticipate how users might interact with the software and identify potential usability issues.

Curiosity
Great QA professionals should be curious and eager to understand how things work. Instead of sticking to the obvious, push boundaries and explore the "what if" scenarios to uncover potential issues that others might miss.
Responsibilities of QA engineers
Our QA experts ensure your software is reliable and delivers a smooth user experience. With a sharp eye for detail, they help strengthen your tech foundation and keep your products running flawlessly.
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Requirements analysis
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand project requirements and specifications.
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Test planning
Develop a comprehensive test plan outlining the testing approach, scope, resources, and schedule.
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Test execution
Execute test cases manually or using automated testing tools to identify defects and ensure that the software meets specified criteria.
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Test automation development
Develop and maintain automated test scripts using testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG).
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Security testing
Assess software security by identifying vulnerabilities and ensuring compliance with security standards.

How it works
Getting started with us is easy and there are no strings attached or up-front costs. We take care of sourcing, screening and legal/tax compliance while you focus on your business.
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Job descriptions
Let us know what type of talent you need. We will build the perfect job profile for the role.
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Screening
We take a multi-channel approach to sourcing, screening and finding only those candidates who are a perfect match.
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Interviews
We set up as many interviews as you decide to have with potential candidates. Your process, your decision.
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Onboarding
Once you give us the green light, we onboard your new members. We take care of all legal and tax compliance.
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