Junior Quality Assurance Tester

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overtime potential

Health benefits

Paid time off

QA training

Team environment

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Queenstown is seeking a meticulous Junior Quality Assurance Tester to join our software team. This office-based role focuses on ensuring quality before release and offers a path into a career in QA.

You will execute test cases, document defects, verify fixes, and collaborate with developers and product managers. A recent graduate with good attention to detail fits well, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Understanding of software testing principles and methodologies.
• Familiarity with bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira).

Responsibilities

• Execute test cases and identify software defects.
• Document bugs and report findings clearly.
• Verify fixes and participate in test planning.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers on testing needs.
• Contribute to QA process improvements.
• Assist in creating new test cases.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Bug understanding

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related

Tools

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Junior Quality Assurance Tester to join their dedicated team in Queenstown . This role is essential for ensuring the quality and reliability of our software products before release. You will be involved in testing applications, identifying bugs, and verifying fixes, working closely with the development team to deliver high-quality software. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate with a keen eye for detail to build a career in software quality assurance within a structured, office-based environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute test cases and scenarios to identify software defects and issues.


• Document bugs and errors found during testing, providing clear and concise reports.


• Verify bug fixes implemented by the development team.


• Participate in test planning and the creation of new test cases.


• Collaborate with developers and product managers to understand requirements and testing needs.


• Contribute to improving the overall quality assurance processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.


• Understanding of software testing principles and methodologies.


• Familiarity with bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira) is a plus.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.


• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in an office setting.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and potential for overtime.


• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.


• Paid time off and holidays.


• Training and development opportunities in QA methodologies and tools.


• A stable, team-oriented work environment in Queenstown .


• Opportunities for career progression within the QA department.