The Bachelor Life of a QA Engineer

Being a bachelor in a busy city like Dhaka has its unique rhythm. I live alone in a medium apartment, making my own food, handling everything on my own, and balancing life as a Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Engineer at an agri-tech company. My life isn’t exactly glamorous, but it’s mine. With few friends and no girlfriend, I find my own ways to keep things moving, mostly revolving around work, tech, and a little bit of self-care.

The Morning Rush

Let’s be honest—mornings aren’t my favorite. The alarm goes off, usually playing some loud, annoying tune that I didn’t pick. My first thought is always about work—what needs to get done, deadlines, meetings. After dragging myself out of bed, it’s straight to washing my face and brushing my teeth. This part of my day is all about efficiency. I’ve gotten so used to it that I can go from bed to fully dressed in about 10 minutes. I don’t like wasting time in the mornings haha.

Once I’m ready, I lock the door behind me and start my 15-minute walk to the office. That walk is actually a blessing in disguise. It gives me time to wake up properly, clear my head, and mentally prepare for the day. By the time I reach the office, I’m in the zone.

The Work Grind Begins

The first thing I do when I step into the office is check in with my boss. We usually start with a quick morning meeting to go over the goals for the day. My boss is always available through WhatsApp or Google Meet since he works remotely most of the time. He’s great about keeping us all connected, even though we’re not physically in the same place.

After the meeting, I check my tasks from the previous day and make sure everything is on track. If there’s anything urgent in my email, I handle that right away. Then, I look at the requirements for the day. Requirements are the bread and butter for any QA job, you know everything starts there. Once I’ve gone through them, I open ClickUp, the project management tool we use actually. That’s where I organize tasks, track bugs, and assign work to the developers. I check what’s pending, set priorities, and if something’s ready for review, I retest it. If it passes, I close the task.

The office provides breakfast and coffee, which is a big plus to me. After grabbing a quick bite, I dive into my daily targets. Sometimes that means running tests that are still pending, or giving live feedback to?developers about their work. We have a few team meetings throughout the day, discussing project outcomes or issues that need attention. I also organize tasks for the junior QA members, making sure they know what to focus on for the day. It’s all about keeping things moving smoothly.

Mid-Morning Focus

By mid-morning, it’s time to roll up my sleeves and get into the real testing. This is when I really have to use my brain—thinking outside the box, spotting issues before they become problems. Our system is used by people who aren’t very tech-savvy, so it has to be as user-friendly as possible. That means I spend a lot of time researching features, testing, and retesting, always asking myself, "How can this be simpler?"

I write detailed test cases, run them, and then log any bugs I find in ClickUp, assigning them to the right developers. It’s a process, but a satisfying one—especially when I can pinpoint the exact issue and help the team fix it.

Lunch Break

Lunchtime rolls around at 2:30 pm, and thankfully, the office provides lunch too. Honestly, as a bachelor, this is one of the biggest perks you know. Cooking for myself in the middle of a workday would be a hassle, so having lunch taken care of makes life much easier.

After lunch, I get back to work, tying up any loose ends. Sometimes my boss calls to check on the progress, and if needed, I’ll set up meetings to tackle any ongoing issues. Once my tasks are wrapped up, I check in on the rest of the team’s progress—making sure bugs are being fixed and use cases are being covered.

The Evening Routine

Once the workday is over and I’ve logged out of the office, it’s time for the evening part of my routine. First stop? The market. I need to pick up ingredients for dinner, and what I cook depends entirely on my mood. I try to keep it simple—something quick but filling.

After getting home, I take a short 15-minute rest. I’ve found that those few minutes of downtime make a huge difference. Then it’s time to change into my tracksuit and head out for a jog. I’m trying to stay fit, so I make an effort to jog every day. Some days, the cheat day, though, I’m just too tired or lazy, so I’ll skip the jog and do something more relaxing—like playing the guitar, reading, or writing down random thoughts on my Samsung notes that come to me.

Once I’m back from jogging, I take a shower and start cooking dinner. It’s not fancy, but I like the routine of preparing my own meals. After dinner, I clean up—both the dishes and sometimes my apartment, which always seems to get messy throughout the day. I also try to get some laundry done if needed. I’ll be honest—cleaning is one of my least favorite things to do. If I could magically get rid of that task, I would. But, it’s gotta be done.

Nighttime Wind-Down

With the chores out of the way, I sit down to my beanbag to relax. This is my favorite part of the day—about 30 minutes of pure downtime. I might listen to a podcast, scroll through Instagram or Facebook, or watch a few YouTube videos. It’s my little slice of relaxation before I dive back into more productive work.

After that break, I settle into my workstation. My setup is my little haven to me, everything’s just the way I like it. I spend this time reading articles, researching new topics, and improving my skills. I love digging deep into subjects that interest me, whether it’s tech-related or something completely different. If I come across something really interesting, I can spend hours researching it. Learning never stops, and I enjoy finding new ways to challenge myself.

Some nights, if I’m feeling a little drained, I’ll watch stand-up comedy. It’s a great way to reset and get a good laugh in. Then it’s back to work, reading, or whatever else I’m focusing on that night. Since I don’t have a girlfriend or too many friends around, I’ve got plenty of time to invest in myself. It’s actually a blessing in disguise—I’ve got more time to grow and work on what I love.

Ending the Day

Before bed, I do a little breathing exercise to help wind down. I’m trying to make it a habit. Then, by 12:01 am, I’m in bed, taking my daily pills and setting the alarm for another busy day ahead.

And that’s a day in my life. Not exactly packed with excitement, but it’s filled with little routines and moments that keep me going. It’s a simple, tech-driven, and self-reliant life—and for now, it’s exactly what I need.