What is a functional test engineer?

Functional Test Engineers are professionals responsible for designing, executing, and maintaining tests that verify the functionality of software applications or systems. They ensure that all features and requirements specified by stakeholders work as expected by creating test cases and scripts, performing manual or automated tests, and documenting results. Their work helps identify defects or inconsistencies early in the development process, contributing to higher quality products. Functional Test Engineers often collaborate with software developers, QA teams, and project managers to resolve issues and improve overall system reliability.