Quality Assurance Tester

Job Description

The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and a strong understanding of QA methodologies and tools.

Key Responsibilities

• Test Planning and Execution:
  • Develop, document, and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts.
  • Conduct manual and automated testing of software applications.
  • Identify, record, and track defects using bug tracking systems.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Collaborate with the development team to understand requirements and design comprehensive test plans.
  • Perform regression testing to ensure existing functionality is not affected by new developments.
  • Validate fixes and ensure that bugs are resolved before product release.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Prepare detailed and clear test reports, documenting the testing process and outcomes.
  • Provide regular updates on testing status, issues, and risks to project stakeholders.
  • Create and maintain QA documentation, including test cases, test scripts, and test data.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Participate in design and code reviews to provide early feedback on quality issues.
  • Suggest and implement improvements to the QA process to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies in quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience:
  • Proven experience as a QA Tester or similar role.
  • Experience with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail).
  • Familiarity with automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, QTP).
• Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Technical Skills:
  • Knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) and QA methodologies.
  • Understanding of programming languages (e.g., Java, Python) is a plus.
  • Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in QA or related fields (e.g., ISTQB).
• Experience in performance and security testing.
• Knowledge of agile methodologies and practices.

Working Conditions

• This position may require occasional overtime and weekend work to meet deadlines.
• May involve working with remote teams across different time zones.