Remote Quality Assurance Analyst - Software Development

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Quality Assurance Analyst to join a dynamic virtual team. You will ensure software quality, reliability and user-friendliness across web and mobile products, collaborating with developers and product managers to identify and track defects.

You will design and execute comprehensive test plans, automate where appropriate, and contribute to continuous QA improvements while working independently from a home office in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in software quality assurance or testing.
• Experience developing and executing test cases for complex software applications.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans, cases and scripts for web and mobile apps.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, usability and performance testing.
• Identify, document and track defects using bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
• Collaborate with developers, product managers and QA team to understand requirements.
• Reproduce, troubleshoot and isolate defects for resolution.
• Contribute to continuous QA process improvements and methodologies.
• Participate in agile meetings, provide testing feedback on features.
• Ensure releases meet quality and performance criteria.
• Automate test cases where appropriate to increase efficiency.
• Maintain clear documentation of test results and status.

Skills

Software testing

SDLC

Agile methodologies

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Jira

Bugzilla

Selenium

Appium

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing software development company, is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Remote Quality Assurance Analyst to join their dynamic virtual team. This role is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere. You will be instrumental in ensuring the quality, reliability, and user-friendliness of our cutting-edge software products. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of software testing methodologies, excellent analytical skills, and a passion for delivering flawless software. You will collaborate closely with development teams to identify, document, and track bugs, ensuring that all software meets the highest standards before release. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to innovative software solutions from the comfort of your own home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts for web and mobile applications.
• Perform various types of testing, including functional, regression, integration, usability, and performance testing.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira).
• Collaborate closely with developers, product managers, and other QA team members to understand product requirements and features.
• Reproduce, troubleshoot, and isolate defects to facilitate effective resolution.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.
• Participate in agile development meetings, providing feedback on features and testing requirements.
• Ensure that software releases meet all quality and performance criteria.
• Automate test cases where appropriate to increase efficiency and coverage.
• Maintain clear and concise documentation of test results and test execution status.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in software quality assurance or testing roles.
• Proven experience in developing and executing test cases for complex software applications.
• Strong understanding of SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) and agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with bug tracking tools such as Jira, Bugzilla, or similar.
• Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Appium) is a significant advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical issues.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.
• Experience with API testing or database testing is a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive remote benefits package, flexible working hours, and opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. You will be part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team that values innovation and individual contribution. This role provides the flexibility of working from home while contributing to impactful software projects. Join our client and help shape the future of software quality from anywhere in South Africa .