Northern Suburbs.  Salary - market related.  WFH 2 days per week.

Purpose

To ensure the delivery of high-quality and reliable software products through comprehensive testing methodologies. This role involves designing and executing test plans, identifying and documenting bugs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve defects and improve testing processes. This Senior Tester acts as a quality gatekeeper, ensuring software meets functional and non-functional requirements, thereby enhancing customer satisfaction and maintaining the company's reputation for reliability and excellence.

Qualification

Minimum Formal Qualifications and Training

☒ NQF 7  - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Minimum Work Experience

 Minimum of 5 years of experience in software testing, with at least 1 year as a Senior Tester. 

Responsibilities

Test Planning and Design 

·         Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts.

·         Identify testing requirements based on project specifications and user requirements.

·         Ensure test coverage for all functional and non-functional requirements

Test Execution

·         Execute manual and automated tests to identify software defects.

·         Perform various types of testing, including functional, regression, performance, and security testing.

·         Record test results and report defects using appropriate tracking tools

Defect Management

·         Verify fixes and perform regression testing to ensure defects are resolved.

·         Identify, document and track potential defects early in the development cycle through rigorous testing and proactive analysis.

·         Collaborate with teams to resolve defects promptly, minimising the impact on project timelines and product quality

Process Improvement

·         Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in testing methodologies.

·         Evaluate and enhance existing testing methodologies, processes and tools to recommend improvement and increase efficiency and effectiveness.

·         Implement best practices and innovative solutions in software testing to stay ahead of industry trends and maintain a competitive edge

Documentation and Reporting

·         Create and maintain detailed test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports.

·         Provide regular updates on testing progress and status to project stakeholders.

·         Generate test metrics and analyse data to identify areas for improvement.