Junior QA Tester

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 9,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Mentorship in QA methodologies

Career growth potential

Stable employment in Queenstown

On-site work in Queenstown

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior QA Tester in Queenstown, SA, to join the quality assurance team. This role offers hands-on experience identifying and reporting defects, working closely with developers and product managers to deliver high-quality software.

Candidates should have an eye for detail, a methodical testing approach, and a willingness to learn. This is an on-site, full-time opportunity based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, with mentorship and training provided.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of SDLC and QA principles.
• Experience or interest in manual software testing.
• Clear bug reports and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Execute manual test cases to identify defects.
• Document and report defects using Jira.
• Collaborate with developers to understand feature requirements.
• Assist in creating and maintaining test cases and scripts.
• Perform regression testing to ensure fixes do not introduce issues.
• Provide testing progress updates in daily stand-ups.
• Contribute to QA process improvements.
• Test software across platforms and devices as required.
• Verify software meets requirements and quality standards.
• Learn and apply various testing techniques.

Skills

Manual testing

SDLC understanding

Attention to detail

Bug reporting

Communication

Education

Diploma/IT certification

Tools

Jira

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing software development house based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is seeking an eager and meticulous Junior QA Tester to join their quality assurance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual starting their career in software testing, offering hands-on experience in identifying and reporting software defects. You will work closely with developers and product managers to ensure the delivery of high-quality, bug-free software products. The ideal candidate possesses a sharp eye for detail, a methodical approach to testing, and a strong desire to learn and grow within the QA discipline. This role requires dedicated on-site presence to facilitate close team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute manual test cases to identify software defects and inconsistencies.
• Document and report defects clearly and accurately using bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
• Collaborate with developers to understand feature requirements and reproduction steps for bugs.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of test cases and test scripts.
• Perform regression testing to ensure bug fixes do not introduce new issues.
• Participate in daily stand-up meetings and provide testing progress updates.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.
• Test software across different platforms and devices as required.
• Verify that software meets specified requirements and quality standards.
• Learn and apply various testing techniques and tools.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) and QA principles.
• Experience or strong interest in manual software testing.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to write clear and concise bug reports.
• Familiarity with bug tracking tools (e.g., Jira) is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of testing methodologies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• A relevant diploma or certification in IT or software testing is advantageous.
• Must be willing to work full-time on-site in Queenstown, Eastern Cape.

Benefits

• Starting annual salary of R .
• Comprehensive training and mentorship in QA methodologies.
• Opportunity to gain experience in a growing software industry.
• Exposure to various software projects and technologies.
• Supportive team environment focused on learning and development.
• Potential for career growth within the company.
• Stable employment in Queenstown.