Software Tester

SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced Software Tester to play a critical role in ensuring the quality, reliability, and performance of business-critical software applications. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with development, product, and customer-facing teams to validate new features, identify defects, and drive continuous improvements throughout the software development lifecycle.
The ideal candidate will have strong manual and automated testing experience, excellent attention to detail, and a passion for delivering exceptional software quality.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Test Planning & Test Design Review business requirements, functional specifications, and technical documentation to develop comprehensive test plans and test cases. Design and maintain both manual and automated test scenarios covering all application functionality. Continuously review and improve testing coverage as products evolve. Ensure thorough validation of new features, enhancements, and system changes before release. Manual & Automated Testing Execute functional, integration, regression, compatibility, and user acceptance testing activities. Develop and maintain reusable automated test scripts using modern testing tools and frameworks. Verify that software solutions meet business requirements, quality standards, and user expectations. Identify, document, and track defects through to successful resolution. Validate bug fixes and ensure issues have been fully resolved before production deployment. Defect Management & Quality Assurance Log and manage software defects with clear, detailed, and actionable information. Review reported defects and assess their impact on system functionality. Collaborate with development teams to investigate and resolve issues efficiently. Ensure accurate prioritization and classification of defects. Support release readiness through comprehensive testing and validation. Collaboration & Stakeholder Communication Communicate testing progress, risks, issues, and outcomes to stakeholders. Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and project discussions. Ensure awareness of new features, system updates, and development changes. Provide valuable feedback on system usability, functionality, and performance. Support informed decision-making through clear reporting and quality insights. Process Improvement & Innovation Identify opportunities to improve testing efficiency, coverage, and automation. Contribute ideas that simplify and enhance testing processes and practices. Support the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives within the quality assurance function. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance overall product quality. Documentation & Reporting Create and maintain detailed test plans, test cases, defect logs, and testing reports. Track and report key testing metrics and outcomes. Maintain accurate records within testing and project management platforms. Contribute to release documentation and quality assurance reporting. Professional Development Stay current with evolving testing methodologies, tools, and best practices. Take ownership of personal and professional growth. Continually expand both technical and quality assurance expertise. Minimum Requirements Qualifications Relevant qualification in: Information Technology Computer Science Software Development Information Systems Related technical field Certifications (Advantageous) ISTQB Foundation Level ISTQB Advanced Certifications Other Software Testing or Quality Assurance certifications Experience Required Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Software Testing or Quality Assurance role. Proven experience in: Manual Testing Automated Testing API Testing Web Application Testing Desktop Application Testing Experience working within Agile development environments. Exposure to software development lifecycle processes and release management. Technical Skills Essential Manual and automated testing methodologies. Test planning, test case design, and execution. Defect management and bug tracking. API testing tools. Azure DevOps or similar work management platforms. Root Cause Analysis and troubleshooting. Functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing. Advantageous Postman Node.js Chai SQL IIS SSRS Test automation frameworks CI\/CD environments Key Competencies Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills. Excellent problem-solving abilities. High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Self-motivated and proactive approach to work. Strong organizational and time-management capabilities. Collaborative and team-oriented mindset. Ability to perform effectively in fast-paced environments. Apply now! For more IT jobs, please visit \/> I also specialise in recruiting in the following: Software Development Data Engineer Data Analyst Infrastructure Architecture ... and more! If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles \/ positions. For more information contact: Sfundo Shoba Recruitment Consultant