Graduate QA Tester

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Training program

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking meticulous Graduate QA Testers for a fully remote position. You will work with developers and product managers to identify defects, design test cases, and validate software quality in a remote-first team.

This role is ideal for recent graduates with a foundational understanding of testing principles, SQL basics, and Jira familiarity, offering comprehensive training and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• Fundamental understanding of software testing principles and methodologies.
• Basic knowledge of SQL and database concepts.
• Experience with bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute test cases and test scenarios to identify software defects.
• Document bugs with detailed reproduction steps.
• Assist in designing and developing test plans and test cases.
• Perform regression testing to ensure fixes do not introduce new issues.
• Collaborate with developers to understand product features and testing requirements.
• Contribute to improving testing processes and methodologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Testing fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking meticulous and technically inclined Graduate QA Testers to join their remote software development team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates to enter the quality assurance field, ensuring the reliability and performance of software applications. You will work closely with developers and product managers to identify bugs, design test cases, and contribute to the overall quality of the product. This is an excellent chance to develop critical testing skills in a collaborative, remote-first environment, making a direct impact on the quality of cutting-edge software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute test cases and test scenarios to identify software defects.
• Document bugs and issues clearly and comprehensively, providing detailed reproduction steps.
• Assist in the design and development of test plans and test cases.
• Perform regression testing to ensure bug fixes do not introduce new issues.
• Collaborate with development teams to understand product features and testing requirements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical field.
• Fundamental understanding of software testing principles and methodologies.
• Basic knowledge of SQL and database concepts.
• Experience with bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for effective reporting in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and opportunities for advancement.
• Comprehensive training in software testing techniques and tools.
• Exposure to modern software development and QA practices.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Supportive team culture focused on learning and collaboration.
• Contribute to the development of high-quality software products.