Junior Quality Assurance Tester Apprentice

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 7,500 - 11,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Mentorship from QA professionals

Structured apprenticeship program

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking motivated individuals for a Junior Quality Assurance (QA) Tester Apprentice program in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The role blends remote work with in-office days to build a solid QA foundation, focusing on manual testing, bug identification, and collaboration with development teams.

Training covers testing methodologies, tools, and best practices. You will learn and apply testing processes, document defects, and gain exposure to test automation concepts as you grow within

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; IT certification is a plus.
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle and testing concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and meticulous approach.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a hybrid team structure.
• Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Must be able to work from the Kimberley, Northern Cape office on specified days.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and executing test cases for software applications.
• Identify, document, and track bugs and issues found during testing.
• Perform manual testing of new features and bug fixes.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to understand requirements.
• Learn to use bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
• Participate in test planning and review meetings.
• Contribute to the improvement of testing processes.
• Gain exposure to test automation concepts.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

IT certification (advantage)

Tools

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing software development company located in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is seeking motivated individuals for their Junior Quality Assurance (QA) Tester Apprentice program. This is an excellent opportunity for those with a keen eye for detail and a passion for ensuring software quality to kick-start a career in testing. You will be trained in various testing methodologies, tools, and best practices, working closely with development teams to identify, document, and track software defects. The apprenticeship provides hands-on experience in manual and potentially automated testing, contributing to the delivery of high-quality software products. We are looking for candidates who are analytical, methodical, and possess strong communication skills. The role involves working in a collaborative environment, understanding software requirements, and executing test cases. This program is designed to build a solid foundation in QA principles, preparing you for future roles within the company. The position requires a combination of remote work and in-office presence in Kimberley, Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and executing test cases for software applications.
• Identify, document, and track bugs and issues found during testing.
• Perform manual testing of new features and bug fixes.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to understand requirements.
• Learn to use bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
• Participate in test planning and review meetings.
• Contribute to the improvement of testing processes.
• Gain exposure to test automation concepts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a relevant tertiary qualification or IT certification is a plus.
• Basic understanding of software development lifecycle and testing concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and meticulous approach.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a hybrid team structure.
• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Must be able to work from the Kimberley, Northern Cape office on specified days.

Benefits

• Comprehensive on-the-job training in Quality Assurance testing.
• Mentorship from experienced QA professionals.
• Exposure to the software development lifecycle and testing tools.
• Opportunity for career advancement within the QA or development team.
• A structured apprenticeship program focused on practical skill development.
• Gain valuable experience in the software industry.