Quality Assurance Engineer - Johannesburg at Boardroom Appointments

Minimum requirements:

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a QA Tester, with a track record of conducting effective manual tests and reporting defects.
• Certifications: Any relevant QA certifications, such as ISTQB, are a plus but not mandatory.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in using testing tools and bug tracking systems. 
• Familiarity with test management software is a plus. B
• asic knowledge of programming languages and test automation frameworks is desirable.
• Testing Methodologies: Sound understanding of various software testing methodologies, including functional, regression, and exploratory testing.
• Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with the industry domain and related software applications is advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Test Planning and Execution: Participate in the development of test plans and test cases based on project requirements and specifications. 
• Execute test cases to identify defects and ensure software functionality meets the desired quality standards.
• Defect Identification and Reporting: Identify, document, and track software defects using established defect tracking tools. 
• Work closely with developers and product managers to facilitate timely resolution of issues.
• Regression Testing: Conduct regular regression testing to ensure that previous functionality remains unaffected after implementing new features or changes.
• Exploratory Testing: Perform exploratory testing to validate the behavior of the software and identify potential edge cases or usability concerns.
• Test Automation: Collaborate with the QA Automation team to identify test cases suitable for automation and contribute to the development and maintenance of automated test scripts.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive and accurate test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test results, to ensure traceability and knowledge sharing within the QA team.
• Adherence to Standards: Follow established testing processes, methodologies, and best practices to uphold the quality standards set by the organization.
• Collaboration: Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and contribute to a collaborative and agile development environment.