Quality Assurance Tester Apprentice

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Presencial; ZAR 67.000 - 89.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a meticulous QA Tester Apprentice to learn under experienced QA professionals and contribute to software quality and user satisfaction. You will work in a collaborative team, gain hands-on experience with test cases, defect tracking, and test planning, while growing your testing skills in a real-world lifecycle.

Daily office attendance is required as you develop critical testing capabilities and a clear career path toward a dedicated QA Tester role within a

Formación

• A keen interest in software quality assurance and testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with software development life cycles is a plus.
• Basic understanding of testing principles and methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• A proactive and eager-to-learn attitude.
• Willingness to commit to the apprenticeship program duration.
• Must be able to attend the office in Nelspruit daily.

Responsabilidades

• Execute test cases and document test results accurately.
• Identify, record, and track software defects using bug tracking systems.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of test plans and test cases.
• Perform regression testing to ensure bug fixes do not introduce new issues.
• Collaborate with developers to understand product features and troubleshoot issues.
• Participate in test planning and design sessions.
• Learn and apply different testing methodologies (e.g., functional, usability, performance).
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes.
• Verify that software meets specified requirements and quality standards.
• Report on testing progress and defect status to the QA lead.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Proactive learner

Educación

High school diploma

IT-related qualification encouraged

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing software development company, is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Quality Assurance Tester Apprentice to join their team in Nelspruit . This is an excellent opportunity for individuals keen on ensuring software quality and user satisfaction. You will work under the guidance of experienced QA professionals, learning to perform various testing activities, identify defects, and contribute to the overall quality of software products. The role requires your presence in the Nelspruit office, enabling close collaboration with development and testing teams. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive training and a clear career path for aspiring QA professionals. This position offers a chance to develop critical testing skills and become an integral part of a successful software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute test cases and document test results accurately.
• Identify, record, and track software defects using bug tracking systems.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of test plans and test cases.
• Perform regression testing to ensure bug fixes do not introduce new issues.
• Collaborate with developers to understand product features and troubleshoot issues.
• Participate in test planning and design sessions.
• Learn and apply different testing methodologies (e.g., functional, usability, performance).
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes.
• Verify that software meets specified requirements and quality standards.
• Report on testing progress and defect status to the QA lead.

Requirements

• A keen interest in software quality assurance and testing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with software development life cycles is a plus.
• Basic understanding of testing principles and methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• A proactive and eager-to-learn attitude.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent; a tertiary qualification in IT or a related field is advantageous.
• Willingness to commit to the apprenticeship program duration.
• Must be able to attend the office in Nelspruit daily.

Benefits

• Comprehensive on-the-job training in software quality assurance.
• Mentorship from experienced QA engineers and software professionals.
• Opportunity to work on diverse software products and projects.
• Exposure to industry-standard testing tools and methodologies.
• Supportive team environment in our Nelspruit office.
• Clear career path towards a dedicated Quality Assurance Tester role.
• Professional development and learning opportunities.
• Contribution to the delivery of high-quality software solutions.