QA Manual Tester

Agile Bridge; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Bridge in Pretoria seeks a Quality Assurance Tester to ensure software quality through manual testing and close collaboration with cross-functional teams. You will design test cases, execute across platforms, and document results for clear feedback to developers.

The role emphasizes defect identification, UAT support, and active participation in test plans and standards to continually improve delivery quality and user satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of manual testing experience with SDLC understanding.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple teams and communicate clearly.
• Strong technical writing for test plans, bug reports and results.
• Strategic planning and scheduling skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop detailed manual test cases from requirements.
• Execute functional, integration, system, regression and UAT testing.
• Identify, document and track defects with clear reports.
• Collaborate with developers and analysts to improve quality.
• Prepare test plans and maintain test documentation.

Skills

Manual testing

SDLC knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical writing

Planning & scheduling

Education

Computer related degree

Tools

Azure DevOps

SQL

Job description

Job purpose:

The focus of this role is to ensure the quality and functionality of software products through manual testing and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Undertaking testing tasks, identifying defects, and ensuring the development team has the necessary insights and feedback to deliver efficient, high-quality software.

Key accountabilities:

Test Planning and Execution

• Design and develop detailed manual test cases based on project requirements and user stories, ensuring comprehensive coverage of all functionality.

Test Execution:

• Perform various types of manual testing as required, such as:
• Functional Testing: Validate that all features of the software work as intended.
• Integration Testing: Ensure that different software modules function cohesively within the system.
• System Testing: Verify that the software meets both functional and non-functional requirements.
• Regression Testing: Ensure new code changes do not introduce bugs in previously tested functionalities.
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT): Collaborate with stakeholders to confirm the software meets business needs and user expectations.

Defect Management and Reporting

• Thoroughly identify and document software defects, inconsistencies, and bugs, using defect tracking systems.
• Write clear and detailed reports on identified bugs and collaborate with the development team to facilitate quick resolutions.
• Monitor and track defects throughout the development lifecycle, ensuring timely resolution and re-testing.

Collaboration with Development Teams

• Work closely with software developers, business analysts, and project managers to understand project goals, user stories, and feature designs.
• Provide feedback on system performance and usability to enhance the overall development process.
• Ensure user flows and customer journey paths function seamlessly by closely testing user interactions and software outputs.

Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement

• Propose improvements in testing processes to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• Assist in the development of testing standards and procedures to maintain high levels of quality assurance throughout the software development lifecycle.

Documentation and Technical Writing

• Prepare and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test reports for every project to ensure clarity and traceability.
• Document test results, highlighting areas that need improvement or further testing, and ensure all findings are communicated to relevant stakeholders.

Cross-platform and Cross-browser Testing

• Execute tests on different operating systems and devices, including Windows, Linux, and mobile platforms, to ensure software compatibility.
• Validate software behavior across various web browsers to ensure consistent performance and functionality.

Skills, know-how and experience:

• 2 – 5 years of experience
• Experience in manual testing with a strong understanding of the SDLC process.
• Proven ability to collaborate with multiple teams and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
• Strong technical writing skills for documenting test plans, bug reports, and test results.
• Strategic planning and scheduling skills.

Technical / professional qualifications:

• Computer related degree
• Licenses & Certifications: II, IAT, ISTQB
• Experience in technical tools such as: Azure DevOps, SQL

Values and Competencies

• Get stuff done, completing tasks, and contributing to the deliverables of the team to ensure we deliver high quality products
• Be the best you can be, investing time in learning and sharpening your skills. Teaching and sharing your unique skills with the rest of the team
• Do the right thing, we build a culture of mutual respect and collaboration, admit to mistakes and learn from them
• Servicing the customer, at the forefront of providing service excellence and customer satisfaction
• Solve together, we conduct ourselves in such a way that we work harder, cooperate and be supportive of one another and contribute to the team spirit
• Build a bridge, progress with what you have and solve a challenge
• Add value, to tasks, interactions with colleagues and customer interactions
• Have fun, we enjoy the work we do and the people that we are doing it with.