Junior Quality Assurance Tester - Queenstown

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work arrangement

Mentorship from QA professionals

Training on industry-standard testing

Career progression in QA

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Junior QA Tester in Queenstown for a hybrid role balancing office collaboration with remote work. You will execute manual tests, report defects, and work with developers to ensure quality across client-facing software products.

This entry-level position offers mentorship and growth within software quality. You will learn testing methodologies, document test cases, and contribute to regression testing and QA process improvements while collaborating with a

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Basic understanding of software testing principles.
• Familiarity with bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
• Strong attention to detail and observational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to learn new testing techniques.
• Hybrid work with occasional Queenstown attendance.
• Entry-level opportunity to grow in QA.

Aufgaben

• Execute manual test cases based on established test plans and scenarios.
• Identify, document, and track defects.
• Collaborate with developers to reproduce and resolve issues.
• Perform regression testing to ensure bug fixes do not reintroduce problems.
• Create and maintain test documentation including test cases and plans.
• Participate in test plan reviews and provide feedback.
• Assist in verifying software functionality against requirements.
• Report on testing progress to the QA lead.
• Learn and utilize testing tools and technologies.
• Contribute to overall QA process improvements.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

QA enthusiasm

Ausbildung

Bachelors in CS/IT or related

Tools

Jira

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role Our client, a growing software development house, is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Junior Quality Assurance Tester to join their team in Queenstown. This role is crucial for ensuring the quality and reliability of their software products before release. As a Junior QA Tester, you will execute test cases, identify bugs, report defects, and collaborate with the development team to resolve issues. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, blending office-based collaboration with remote flexibility. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with a keen eye for detail and a passion for software quality. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for aspiring QA professionals to build a career in the technology sector, gaining valuable experience in testing methodologies and tools. The company values a culture of continuous improvement and provides ample opportunities for learning and professional growth. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards of software excellence for all client-facing applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manual test cases based on established test plans and scenarios.
• Identify, document, and track software defects and bugs accurately.
• Collaborate with developers to reproduce and resolve issues.
• Perform regression testing to ensure bug fixes do not introduce new problems.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of test documentation, including test cases and test plans.
• Participate in test plan reviews and provide feedback.
• Assist in verifying software functionality against requirements.
• Report on testing progress and results to the QA lead.
• Learn and utilize various testing tools and technologies.
• Contribute to the overall improvement of the QA process.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent practical experience.
• Basic understanding of software testing principles and methodologies.
• Familiarity with bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira) is a plus.
• Attention to detail and strong observational skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for reporting defects and collaborating with the team.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Enthusiasm for software quality and a desire to learn new testing techniques.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid model, with periodic attendance required in Queenstown.
• Willingness to adapt to evolving project requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary.
• Hands-on experience in software quality assurance.
• Training on industry-standard testing tools and practices.
• Mentorship from experienced QA professionals.
• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with innovative software products.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Clear career progression within the QA field.
• Exposure to different software development lifecycles.
• Contribute to delivering high-quality software solutions.