Junior Software/QA Tester (Remote)

Datafin; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading LegalTech company as a Junior Software/QA Tester. You will work remotely, assisting in designing and running tests on software usability. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in software testing and a strong knowledge of testing frameworks like Selenium and Cypress. This role requires excellent communication skills and a detail-oriented mindset. If you're passionate about technology and eager to learn, apply now!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a Software Tester role.
• Knowledge of software test design principles and methodologies.
• Experience with database design and testing.

Responsibilities

• Design and run tests on software usability.
• Write test plans and conduct tests.
• Analyze results and report observations to the Development team.

Skills

Software Testing

Communication

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Team Player

Education

Formal qualification in Software Development

Tools

Selenium

Cypress

Robot Framework

PL/SQL

API Testing

Postman

Jira

Python

Playwright

Job description

ENVIRONMENT:

HELP deliver transformative growth by building intelligent tech solutions by joining the Remote team of an innovative LegalTech company seeking a results-driven Junior Software/QA Tester to assist designing and running tests on software usability. Along with the Senior QA, you will write test plans, conduct tests, analyse the results, and report observations to the Development team. The ideal candidate should have a working knowledge of software and test design – a minimum of 3+ years in a similar role, the capability to run through tests, and the ability to analyse the results. You should understand and be able to document the various rules and conditions of the system design and your tech tools should include Selenium, Cypress, Robot Framework, PL/SQL and API Testing.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3+ Years of experience working in a Software Tester role.
• Current knowledge of software test design principles and modern testing methodologies.
• Working knowledge of test techniques and compatibility with various software programs.
• Working knowledge of Programming.
• Understanding of Application Architecture.
• Proficiency with one or more automated testing frameworks e.g. Selenium / Cypress / Robot Framework, etc.
• Experience with database design and database testing.
• Experience with PL/SQL.
• Experience with API Testing.

Advantageous –

• Formal qualification in Software Development.
• Familiarity with Web Services.
• Experience with Postman.
• Familiarity with design thinking and user experience considerations.
• Experience in an Agile environment.
• Experience with Jira.
• Experience working in a Development role.
• Experience with Playwright.
• Experience with Python.
• Experience in Windows or Linux.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.
• Must be reliable, responsible and self-motivated.
• Good time-management skills.
• Must be enthusiastic and very willing to learn.
• Supportive team player.
• Good organisational skills and detail-oriented mindset.

While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Desired Skills:

• Junior
• Software
• QA