Quality Assurance Tester

June 7, 2024
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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.