Junior QA Tester

Placements24; O Mente; On-site; EUR 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Comprehensive training in software QA

Opportunities for career progression

Team-oriented work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior QA Tester to join the QA team in Queenstown. You will execute manual tests, log defects, and work with developers to ensure software quality in a collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates have a CS/IT background, basic testing knowledge, strong analytical skills, and excellent attention to detail. The role offers comprehensive training and opportunities for career progression in QA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in CS/IT or related field.
• Basic understanding of software testing principles and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and observational abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication for reporting defects.
• Ability to work effectively in a team in Queenstown office.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual test cases and document results accurately.
• Identify, log, and track defects using bug tracking systems.
• Collaborate with developers and QA peers to resolve issues.
• Participate in test planning and test design activities.
• Perform regression testing to ensure fixes work and no new issues.
• Support ongoing QA process improvements and methodologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

Bug tracking systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an observant and meticulous Junior QA Tester to join their quality assurance team in Queenstown. This entry-level position is ideal for individuals with a keen eye for detail and a passion for ensuring software quality. You will be responsible for executing test cases, identifying defects, and reporting bugs to help deliver high-quality software products. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to build a career in software testing within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manual test cases and document test results accurately.
• Identify, log, and track software defects using bug tracking systems.
• Collaborate with developers and other QA team members to resolve issues.
• Participate in test planning and test case design activities.
• Perform regression testing to ensure bug fixes have not introduced new issues.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Basic understanding of software testing principles and methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and observational abilities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for reporting defects.
• Ability to work effectively within a team in our Queenstown office.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary for QA professionals.
• Comprehensive training in software testing techniques and tools.
• Opportunities for career progression within the QA field.
• Health insurance and other standard employee benefits.
• A supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Contribution to the delivery of high-quality software solutions.