Quality Assurance Engineer

Boardroom Appointments; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer in Johannesburg to execute manual tests, report defects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software quality. The role emphasizes regression and exploratory testing, along with involvement in automation efforts.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 2 years in QA testing, familiarity with bug tracking tools, and a basic understanding of programming and automation frameworks.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of QA testing experience with hands-on manual testing and defect reporting.
• ISTQB or equivalent certifications are a plus but not mandatory.
• Proficiency with testing tools and bug tracking systems.
• Familiarity with test management software is beneficial.
• Basic programming knowledge and exposure to test automation frameworks is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Test planning and execution based on project requirements and specs.
• Execute test cases to identify defects and ensure functionality.
• Document and track defects using established tools.
• Collaborate with developers and product managers to resolve issues.
• Perform regression testing to ensure legacy functionality remains intact.
• Conduct exploratory testing to uncover edge cases and usability concerns.
• Support automation initiatives by identifying candidates for automation and maintaining scripts.
• Maintain comprehensive test documentation for traceability.
• Follow established testing processes and best practices.
• Work with stakeholders in an agile environment.

Skills

QA testing

Bug tracking

Test management

Programming basics

Automation frameworks

ISTQB

Job description

About the job Quality Assurance Engineer

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a QA Tester, with a track record of conducting effective manual tests and reporting defects.
• Certifications: Any relevant QA certifications, such as ISTQB, are a plus but not mandatory.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in using testing tools and bug tracking systems.
• Familiarity with test management software is a plus. B
• asic knowledge of programming languages and test automation frameworks is desirable.
• Testing Methodologies: Sound understanding of various software testing methodologies, including functional, regression, and exploratory testing.
• Domain Knowledge: Familiarity with the industry domain and related software applications is advantageous.

Responsibilities:

• Test Planning and Execution: Participate in the development of test plans and test cases based on project requirements and specifications.
• Execute test cases to identify defects and ensure software functionality meets the desired quality standards.
• Defect Identification and Reporting: Identify, document, and track software defects using established defect tracking tools.
• Work closely with developers and product managers to facilitate timely resolution of issues.
• Regression Testing: Conduct regular regression testing to ensure that previous functionality remains unaffected after implementing new features or changes.
• Exploratory Testing: Perform exploratory testing to validate the behavior of the software and identify potential edge cases or usability concerns.
• Test Automation: Collaborate with the QA Automation team to identify test cases suitable for automation and contribute to the development and maintenance of automated test scripts.
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive and accurate test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test results, to ensure traceability and knowledge sharing within the QA team.
• Adherence to Standards: Follow established testing processes, methodologies, and best practices to uphold the quality standards set by the organization.
• Collaboration: Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements and contribute to a collaborative and agile development environment.