Software Tester / QA Engineer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Exposure to varied software projects

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking a meticulous Software Tester to join their IT and software quality assurance team. You will design and execute test cases for web and mobile applications, identify defects, and collaborate with developers to resolve issues, ensuring bug-free software delivery across projects in the Eastern Cape.

You will conduct functional, regression, performance, and usability testing, use Jira/TestRail for defect tracking, and contribute to QA process improvements while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a Software Tester or QA Engineer.
• Strong understanding of software testing principles and methodologies.
• Experience with test management tools and bug tracking systems (Jira, TestRail).
• Familiarity with automated testing tools such as Selenium and Cypress.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for web and mobile applications.
• Perform various types of testing, including functional, regression, performance, and usability testing.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using bug tracking systems.
• Collaborate closely with developers and product managers to understand requirements and ensure test coverage.
• Automate test cases where applicable to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Collaborative

Test planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

Jira

TestRail

Selenium

Cypress

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Software Tester to join their IT and Software quality assurance team in East London . This role is fundamental to ensuring the delivery of high-quality, bug-free software products. You will be responsible for designing and executing test cases, identifying defects, and collaborating with developers to resolve issues. If you have a passion for quality and a keen eye for detail, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful projects in the beautiful Eastern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases for web and mobile applications.
• Perform various types of testing, including functional, regression, performance, and usability testing.
• Identify, document, and track software defects using bug tracking systems.
• Collaborate closely with developers and product managers to understand requirements and ensure test coverage.
• Automate test cases where applicable to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA processes and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a Software Tester or QA Engineer.
• Solid understanding of software testing principles and methodologies.
• Experience with test management tools and bug tracking systems (e.g., Jira, TestRail).
• Familiarity with automated testing tools (e.g., Selenium, Cypress) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Exposure to a variety of software projects and technologies.
• A flexible hybrid work model balancing office and remote work.
• A collaborative and quality-focused team environment in East London .