Senior Tester

1 month ago


Cape Town, South Africa Genfin Business Finance Full time

Position Overview

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. The 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.

Key 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.

Risk Mitigation

  • Assess and mitigate risks associated with software releases by ensuring thorough testing coverage and reliability.
  • Provide valuable insights to stakeholders about potential risks and the stability of the software.

Customer Satisfaction

  • Ensure that the software meets or exceeds user expectations by delivering a defect-free product.
  • Enhance the end-user experience by ensuring the software is reliable, performant, and secure.

Skills

  • Proficient in manual and automated testing tools and methodologies.
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and agile methodologies.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiarity with test management and defect tracking tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
  • Knowledge of programming languages and automation frameworks.

Requirements

  • NQF 7 – Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in software testing, with at least 2 years in a senior role.

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