Software Tester

Findojobs South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech firm in South Africa seeks a skilled Software Tester to ensure quality in software solutions. Responsibilities include manual and automated testing, developing test cases, and collaborating with teams. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree, 3-5 years of experience, and proficiency in testing tools like Selenium. This role offers the chance to work on exciting projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in software testing, both manual and automated.
• Strong understanding of testing methodologies and tools.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual testing on software applications.
• Develop and execute test cases and plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for feature understanding.

Skills

Manual testing

Automated testing

Software quality assurance

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Selenium

Appium

JUnit

TestNG

Job description

Software Tester (Manual and Automation) – based in Centurion About the Job:

As a Software Tester at Client, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our enabling software solutions. You will be responsible for both manual and automated testing activities, helping to identify and report defects while contributing to the improvement of our software development processes.

As we continue to expand our product offerings, we are seeking a skilled Software Tester to join our dedicated team. This position offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects, collaborating with a talented group of professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform manual testing on various software applications, ensuring the functionality, usability, and performance meet specified requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and execute test cases and test plans based on software
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and business analysts, to understand software features and requirements.
• Create and maintain comprehensive test documentation and
• Identify, document, and track software defects, verifying bug fixes and ensuring their
• Implement and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks for regression and functional testing.
• Conduct performance, load, and stress testing, and provide recommendations for
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging testing tools and
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the overall quality of the development
• Assist in the identification and implementation of process improvements to enhance testing efficiency and effective

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven 3-5 years’ experience in software testing, including manual and automated testing.
• Strong understanding of testing methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Proficiency in using testing tools and frameworks, such as Selenium, Appium, JUnit, or TestNG.
• Knowledge of version control systems and bug tracking systems.
• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Detail-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality results.
• ISTQB or other relevant certifications are a plus