Software Tester - Durban at Ignition Group

Description:

• Test projects independently and see this to completion.
• Test estimation of the test effort involved for each testing task based on risk considerations.
• Extract test requirements from business requirements specifications or user stories.
• Write quality test plans, test cases and bug reports.
• Test software and report errors to ensure a reduction in live defects.
• Work directly with the tech leads, Product Owners and developers to create and execute test plans and report any findings.
• Mentor Junior Testers.
• Test APIs thoroughly.
• Query a DB to prove data correctness (MSSQL, MongoDB).
• Articulate description of issues very well using narrative steps supplemented with screenshots and videos.
• Ensure that the software that is deployed live meets an acceptable quality standard.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements:

• Computer science related diploma or degree is preferred.
• Certifcate in software testing (ISTQB preferred).
• Minimum 3 years experience as a Software Tester.
• Must be able to work odd hours occasionally for deployments (e.g software updates/upgrades).
• Basic understanding of UI automation using a web driver tool.
• Basic experience using tools to automate repeatable tests.
• High attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills.