manual tester

RecruitFirst; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology services organization is looking for a manual tester in Kuala Lumpur. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and has hands-on experience in Agile environments. Key responsibilities include executing test cases, collaborating with teams, and ensuring quality in software delivery. The organization emphasizes continuous improvement and strong communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to enhance QA processes in a dynamic tech setting.

Benefits

Continuous learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in manual testing within Agile or Scrum environments.
• Understanding of QA processes and defect lifecycle.
• Basic understanding of automation concepts.

Responsibilities

• Review user stories and requirements to assess testability.
• Collaborate on test scope, strategy, and effort estimation.
• Execute manual test cases within sprint cycles.
• Conduct regression testing to ensure functionality.
• Identify opportunities for testing process improvements.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Collaboration

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Jira

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Jenkins

SonarQube

Fortify

Job description

What requirements you'll need to be eligible

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
• Fundamental understanding of software and mobile application development lifecycles

Experience

• Hands‑on experience in manual testing within Agile or Scrum environments
• Understanding of QA processes, defect lifecycle, and testing methodologies
• Experience using tools such as Jira, Git, and CI/CD pipelines
• Exposure to tools like Jenkins, SonarQube, Fortify, or similar is an advantage
• Awareness of how manual and automated testing complement each other

Technical Knowledge

• Test case design, execution, and defect reporting
• Quality assurance best practices across the SDLC
• Basic understanding of automation concepts

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical mindset with high attention to detail
• Adaptable and comfortable working in fast‑paced environments
• Proactive learner with a continuous improvement attitude
• Clear, confident communicator with strong collaboration skills

About the Client (Confidential)

• A technology services organisation delivering mobile and digital solutions for enterprise clients
• Operates in Agile, cross‑functional delivery environments
• Strong focus on software quality, reliability, and continuous improvement

What you’ll be doing on the job

Key Responsibilities Requirements Analysis & Sprint Planning

• Review user stories and requirements to assess testability, coverage, and potential risks
• Participate in sprint planning by contributing to test scope, strategy, and effort estimation
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Developers, and stakeholders to understand acceptance criteria and functional expectations

Test Design & Preparation

• Design, document, and maintain manual test cases aligned to user stories and acceptance criteria
• Ensure sufficient coverage across functional, non‑functional, and UI/UX scenarios
• Prepare and manage test data required for execution
• Participate in peer reviews to improve test clarity, completeness, and effectiveness

Test Execution & Defect Management

• Execute manual test cases within sprint cycles to validate new features, enhancements, and fixes
• Perform exploratory testing to uncover edge cases and hidden defects
• Log, track, and manage defects with clear reproduction steps and supporting evidence
• Work closely with developers to investigate issues and verify fixes through closure

Regression Testing & Release Support

• Conduct regression testing to ensure changes do not impact existing functionality
• Support release readiness and provide quality input prior to deployment

Communication & Continuous Improvement

• Provide regular updates on testing progress, risks, and quality status
• Collaborate actively with cross‑functional teams to maintain transparency and alignment
• Identify opportunities to improve testing processes and practices
• Share testing insights and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Identify suitable scenarios for automation and collaborate with automation teams