Software Tester

Key Responsibilities

Test Planning & Test Design

• Review business requirements, functional specifications, and technical documentation to develop comprehensive test plans and test cases.
• Design and maintain both manual and automated test scenarios covering all application functionality.
• Continuously review and improve testing coverage as products evolve.
• Ensure thorough validation of new features, enhancements, and system changes before release.

Manual & Automated Testing

• Execute functional, integration, regression, compatibility, and user acceptance testing activities.
• Develop and maintain reusable automated test scripts using modern testing tools and frameworks.
• Verify that software solutions meet business requirements, quality standards, and user expectations.
• Identify, document, and track defects through to successful resolution.
• Validate bug fixes and ensure issues have been fully resolved before production deployment.

Defect Management & Quality Assurance

• Log and manage software defects with clear, detailed, and actionable information.
• Review reported defects and assess their impact on system functionality.
• Collaborate with development teams to investigate and resolve issues efficiently.
• Ensure accurate prioritization and classification of defects.
• Support release readiness through comprehensive testing and validation.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Communication

• Communicate testing progress, risks, issues, and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and project discussions.
• Ensure awareness of new features, system updates, and development changes.
• Provide valuable feedback on system usability, functionality, and performance.
• Support informed decision-making through clear reporting and quality insights.

Process Improvement & Innovation

• Identify opportunities to improve testing efficiency, coverage, and automation.
• Contribute ideas that simplify and enhance testing processes and practices.
• Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives within the quality assurance function.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance overall product quality.

Documentation & Reporting

• Create and maintain detailed test plans, test cases, defect logs, and testing reports.
• Track and report key testing metrics and outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records within testing and project management platforms.
• Contribute to release documentation and quality assurance reporting.

Professional Development

• Stay current with evolving testing methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Take ownership of personal and professional growth.
• Continually expand both technical and quality assurance expertise.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in:
  • Information Technology
  • Computer Science
  • Software Development
  • Information Systems
  • Related technical field

Certifications (Advantageous)

• ISTQB Foundation Level
• ISTQB Advanced Certifications
• Other Software Testing or Quality Assurance certifications

Experience Required

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Software Testing or Quality Assurance role.
• Proven experience in:
  • Manual Testing
  • Automated Testing
  • API Testing
  • Web Application Testing
  • Desktop Application Testing
• Experience working within Agile development environments.
• Exposure to software development lifecycle processes and release management.

Technical Skills

Essential

• Manual and automated testing methodologies.
• Test planning, test case design, and execution.
• Defect management and bug tracking.
• API testing tools.
• Azure DevOps or similar work management platforms.
• Root Cause Analysis and troubleshooting.
• Functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing.

Advantageous

• Postman
• Node.js
• Chai
• SQL
• IIS
• SSRS
• Test automation frameworks
• CI/CD environments

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Self-motivated and proactive approach to work.
• Strong organizational and time-management capabilities.
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to perform effectively in fast-paced environments.