QA Tester

Global Project Services; Northam; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Project Services is seeking a QA Tester to validate features, enhancements, and integrations within the EVOX platform and related apps. You will work with Developers, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and end users to ensure releases meet requirements and quality standards.

The role involves functional, regression and system testing, UAT support, and contributing to QA processes while advocating quality across the delivery cycle.

Qualifications

• Experience in Software QA testing for web-based applications.
• Experience using Azure DevOps to manage defects, work items and test activities.
• Understanding of Agile software development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Create, execute, and maintain detailed test plans and test cases.
• Perform manual testing of web applications developed in C# and .NET Core.
• Validate functionality against business and technical requirements.
• Identify, document, and track software defects.
• Verify bug fixes and conduct regression testing prior to release.
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities.
• Produce clear and concise test evidence and defect reports.

Skills

Software QA

Web apps

Azure DevOps

Agile

Analytical

Attention to detail

Test case design

Functional Testing

Regression Testing

System Testing

UAT Support

Communication

Tools

Selenium

Playwright

SQL

Job description

The QA Tester will be responsible for validating new features, enhancements, integrations, and bug fixes within our EVOX platform and associated applications. Working closely with Developers, Product Owners, Business Analysts, and end users, you will ensure that software releases meet business requirements and maintain the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Functional Testing

• Create, execute, and maintain detailed test plans and test cases.
• Perform manual testing of web applications developed in C# and .NET Core.
• Validate functionality against business and technical requirements.
• Identify, document, and track software defects.

Azure DevOps & Agile Delivery

• Work within Azure DevOps to manage test activities and track defects.
• Create and maintain test cases linked to User Stories, Features, and Epics.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with developers to reproduce and resolve defects efficiently.

Quality Assurance

• Verify bug fixes and conduct regression testing prior to release.
• Ensure software releases satisfy acceptance criteria and quality standards.
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities.
• Assist in creating and maintaining QA processes and standards.

Documentation & Communication

• Produce clear and concise test evidence and defect reports.
• Provide regular feedback on software quality and release readiness.
• Contribute to release notes and quality reporting.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve testing processes and coverage.
• Support the introduction of test automation where appropriate.
• Contribute ideas to improve software usability, reliability, and user experience.

Essential

Required Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a Software QA Tester, Software Tester, or Quality Assurance role.
• Experience testing web-based business applications.
• Experience using Azure DevOps for managing defects, work items, and test activities.
• Understanding of Agile software development methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to create structured test plans and test cases.
• Experience conducting:
  • Functional Testing
  • Regression Testing
  • System Testing
  • User Acceptance Testing Support
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Technical Knowledge

• Understanding of C# and .NET Core application architecture.
• Knowledge of web technologies including:
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
• Understanding of REST APIs and API testing.
• Familiarity with SQL databases and basic query writing.
• Experience testing role-based access control and authentication processes.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with automated testing tools.
• Knowledge of Selenium, Playwright, or similar automation frameworks.
• Experience testing Azure-hosted applications.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps.
• Experience testing integrations with third-party systems.
• Knowledge of security and performance testing principles.

Personal Attributes

• Has a passion for delivering high-quality software.
• Can work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
• Is organised and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Takes ownership and pride in delivering reliable solutions.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Has a passion for delivering high-quality software.
• Can work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
• Is organised and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Takes ownership and pride in delivering reliable solutions.

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