Manual QA Tester (API Testing)

Hunter's Hub Inc.; Muntinlupa; On-site; PHP 446,400 - 669,600; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions firm is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst to ensure software meets user requirements through rigorous testing and quality processes. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in API Testing, proficiency in writing test cases, and a solid understanding of QA methodologies. This role involves collaboration with other analysts and continuous improvement of QA processes. Flexible nightshift responsibilities may apply.

Qualifications

• At least 3-4 years working experience in Quality Assurance and/or testing.
• Must have 2 years and above experience in API Testing.
• Proficient in writing test cases and test scripts.
• Experience in creating a Master Test plan.
• In-depth understanding of QA methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure business requirements are analyzed and translated into functional specifications.
• Evaluate and test new software programs based on user requirements.
• Collaborate with Senior Quality Analyst on routine situations.

Skills

API Testing

Writing test cases

Understanding of QA methodologies

Test Design Techniques

Software Development Life Cycle

Education

Bachelor’s or College degree in Industrial Engineering, Management Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology

Tools

QA testing tools

Job description

I. POSITION OBJECTIVES / JOB SUMMARY

• Ensures that business requirement specification are analyzed, understood properly, and able to translate into functional specifications and test cases.
• Evaluates and tests new or modified software programs and software development procedures used to verify if programs are functioning according to user requirements and conform to established guidelines.
• Ensures that the system is released conforming to the functions and requirements set and agreed by the customer and development, supported by the Test Summary Report and/or Acceptance Test Certificate.
• Collaborates with Senior Quality Analyst in applying knowledge and experience to mostly routine situations, application of working or functional knowledge and capability in a particular process or method.

II. KEY RESULTS AREAS / JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Quality Process Mastery

• Understand and comply with the defined and agreed Software Development Life Cycle and CMMI standards of the organization.
• Understands various approaches used in testing such as System, Integration and Regression.
• Able to apply appropriate test design techniques in writing test cases.
• Creates test plan and test effort estimation for small to medium sized projects.
• Reviews test cases and test scripts written by Junior Manual Quality Analyst. Make recommendations as necessary.
• Writes test cases and test scripts, creates test data and requirement traceability matrix.
• Properly executes the given test cases / test scripts, identifies the correct behavior of the system under test, replicates and reports uncovered defects.
• Performs the activities necessary to execute tests in accordance with the test plan and test design (including setting up tests and test data).
• Tests and certifies software defect fixes and new functionality. Executes functional, application and regression tests for software releases.
• Writes clear and precise defect reports as required for identified software defects and functional defects based on testing results.
• Writes and submits Test Summary Report and/or Acceptance Test Certificate.
• Collaborates with Senior Manual Quality Analyst in peer review of the RTM, test cases and test summary report and/or acceptance test certificate documents.
• Reviews and analyzes test results and makes recommendations
• Enforces quality procedures and guidelines across the Software Development Life Cycle.
• Contributes to the continuous improvement of the QA procedures and guidelines.
• Satisfy customer by providing clear testing specifications and quality product according to specified requirements.
• Exhibits confidence in understanding the business concerns and provides sound business suggestions and recommendations accordingly.

PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL

Administrative Tasks

• Records activities in ATLAS and reports/elevates issues to superior when needed.
• Conducts needed validation to ensure compliance to the procedures in CMMI.
• Prepares and submits needed reports.
• Mentors and guides Junior Manual Quality Analyst.

Teamwork

• Closely coordinates with other team members of the applications development and support.
• Facilitates effective team interaction adhering to the values of the company and meeting the objectives.
• Ability to adjust flexibly to help other team members to ensure continuity of providing service.

Learning and Development

• Expand knowledge on business process and IT related information
• Stay abreast of current technology, system information, problems, changes and updates relevant to the team.
• Performance of other tasks as maybe assigned.

• Bachelor’s or College degree in either of the following - Industrial Engineering, Management Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology and/or related field.
• At least three to four (3-4) years working experience in Quality Assurance and/or testing;
• Must have 2 years and above experience in API Testing
• Must be proficient in writing test cases and test scripts;
• Must have an experience in creating a Master Test plan;
• Must have an in-depth understanding of Test Design Techniques, QA methodologies and Software Development Life Cycle (both Waterfall and Agile Development);
• With substantial knowledge of QA testing tools, different test design techniques, standards and processes;
• Exposure in business operations related to manufacturing, distribution and financial operations will be an advantage; Experience in various system development environment;
• Open for nightshift schedule