Intermediate Software Engineer (Remote)

Alinta Tech Solutions; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Software Tester to ensure the quality and reliability of their web applications and APIs. This role involves planning, executing tests, and collaborating with developers to identify and resolve issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software testing, particularly with C# MVC applications and REST APIs, and will be adept at using automated testing tools like Selenium WebDriver. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the quality of innovative solutions across various industries. If you're passionate about quality assurance and eager to take on challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in software testing with a focus on C# MVC and REST APIs.
• Strong knowledge of Selenium WebDriver and TestRail for test management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and cases for web applications.
• Automate testing processes and collaborate with developers to resolve issues.

Skills

C# MVC Web Applications Testing

REST API Testing

Selenium WebDriver

TestRail

Manual Testing

Automated Testing

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Agile/Scrum Methodologies

Communication Skills

Education

ISTQB Certification

Tools

Jira

Trello

Postman

SoapUI

Job description

Our client is a dynamic, leading Business Information Systems Consulting firm and an equal opportunity employer. Their clients operate in a range of industries including , financial services, manufacturing, fast moving consumer goods and recruitment throughout Africa and the Middle East. Their service offering includes project management, software implementation, product development across various platforms, and including e-commerce solutions.

Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Software Tester to join the development team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our C# MVC web application and REST API. This role involves planning, creating, and executing tests, reporting on test results, and collaborating with developers to resolve issues

Activities will include :

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases;
• Perform functional, integration, end-to-end and regression testing;
• Automate web application tests using Selenium WebDriver;
• Use TestRail to document test plans, manage test cases, and track test execution;
• Collaborate with developers to identify, document, and track bugs to resolution;
• Generate detailed test reports and metrics to communicate testing progress and results;
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback from a testing perspective;
• Continuously improve testing processes and methodologies.

Requirements :

Skills and Qualifications :

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in software testing;
• Proficiency in testing C# MVC web applications and REST APIs;
• Experience with test management tools, particularly TestRail;
• Ability to perform both manual and automated testing;
• Strong knowledge of automated testing tools, especially Selenium WebDriver;
• Strong understanding of different types of testing (functional, integration, end-to-end, regression)
• Experience with creating and managing test plans, test cases, and test scripts;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality;
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal;
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment;
• Experience in an Agile / Scrum development environment;
• Familiarity with project management tools like Jira or Trello;
• Familiarity with behavior-driven development (BDD) tools like SpecFlow would be beneficial;
• Experience with API testing tools such as Postman or SoapUI;
• ISTQB certification or other relevant certifications in software testing would be an advantage.

The ideal incumbent should be :

• Ambitious team players, but can work independently;
• Courageous and passionate;
• Able to take on challenges with a sense of urgency;
• Focused, with a strong desire for self-improvement;
• Dynamic and progressive in their thinking;
• Ethical and responsible;
• Professional, trustworthy and keen.

Remuneration is highly negotiable depending on experience and skills.