Software Tester at Telesure Investment Holdings (TIH)

• To undertake all system test related activities in support of the business requirements for the provision of new and updated systems.
• To ensure that test scenarios and scripts are prepared in a structured way, prioritised to reflect business or technical priorities and are approved by appropriate stakeholders. Scope is to cover test cycle contents and regression packs.
• To create automated and functional test scripts, execute test scripts, monitor the execution of automated scripts and ensure results are recorded.
• To co-ordinate re-testing of defects and issues either through ‘at desk’ re-tests by business test representatives or via walkthroughs with third-party providers.
• To prepare and maintain relevant test documentation, including test scripts, activity schedules, narrative and written reports, and visual progress charts.
• To take responsibility for: time management; reporting and monitoring; risk management; issue management; quality assurance and change management.
• To support other test team members and associated IT and Business resources as appropriate to the implementation of testing related activities.
• To carry out other tasks as agreed with the Test Analyst or Team Leader.

Requirements

• Knowledge and Experience Requirements

Essential

Level of Education:

• Grade 12 with University Entrance (NQF4)

Desirable

• A recognized software Testing certification / diploma / degree
• ISTQB Foundation Certification

Essential

Experience:

• Minimum 1 years’ experience in a software Tester role or,
• Minimum 2 years Telesure system and business experience ***

Desirable

• Financial Services Experience
• Experience in testing and analytics
• An automation Tools
• To be used only for internal recruitment

Knowledge Of

• Insurance Industry
• Comprehensive understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle
• Testing Standards
• Automation tools

Test Management ToolsSkills

• Communication (written and verbal)
• Logical /Abstract Reasoning
• Decision Making
• Adaptability and/or flexibility
• Analytical
• Presentation Skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Development skills in preferred technologies and frameworks (IBM iSeries / Microsoft .Net etc)