Description :
We are looking for a meticulous and experienced Software Tester to join our QA team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software testing, with a strong focus on ensuring high-quality software delivery. You will be responsible for leading testing efforts, mentoring junior testers, and collaborating closely with development teams to identify and resolve software issues.
Key Responsibilities :
- Test Planning : Develop and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on software requirements and specifications.
- Test Execution : Perform functional, regression, integration, system, and user acceptance testing across multiple platforms and environments.
- Automation : Design, implement, and maintain automated test scripts using industry-standard tools.
- Defect Management : Identify, document, and track software defects through the development lifecycle, ensuring issues are addressed promptly.
- Quality Assurance : Ensure that software meets business and quality requirements before release.
- Collaboration : Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand software requirements and design effective test strategies.
- Mentoring : Provide guidance and mentorship to junior testers, sharing best practices and testing methodologies.
- Performance Testing : Conduct performance and load testing to identify potential bottlenecks or scalability issues.
- Reporting : Prepare detailed test reports, documenting test results, defects, and overall product quality.
Qualifications :
- Education : Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience : 5+ years of experience in software testing, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
- Experience in both manual and automated testing.
- Certifications : ISTQB certification or equivalent is preferred.
Required Skills :
- Testing Tools : Proficiency with automated testing tools such as Selenium, QTP, or TestComplete.
- Experience with performance testing tools like JMeter or LoadRunner.
- Bug Tracking :
- Familiarity with bug tracking and test management tools like JIRA, Bugzilla, or TestRail.
- Scripting Languages : Experience with scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, or VBScript for automation.
- Database Knowledge : Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with database testing.
- CI/CD Pipelines : Understanding of continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices and tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI.
- Version Control : Experience with version control systems such as Git or SVN.
- API Testing : Proficiency in API testing using tools like Postman or SoapUI.
- Operating Systems : Testing experience across multiple operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS).
Preferred Skills :
- Agile Methodologies : Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
- Mobile Testing : Knowledge of mobile application testing on platforms like Android and iOS.
- Cloud Technologies : Experience with cloud-based testing and deployment on platforms like AWS or Azure.
- Security Testing : Basic understanding of security testing practices and tools.
Software Requirements :
- Test Automation Frameworks : Experience with frameworks such as JUnit, TestNG, or Cucumber.
- Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) : Familiarity with IDEs such as Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA, or Visual Studio.
- Performance Monitoring : Use of performance monitoring tools like Dynatrace or New Relic for performance testing and monitoring.
Additional Requirements :
- Analytical Skills : Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail-Oriented : Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Leadership : Ability to lead and motivate a team of testers.
Job Type : Full-time
Work Timings : EST Time Zone (4 : 00 PM 12 : 00 AM IST / 7 : 00 PM 3 : 00 AM IST)
Work Mode : Work from Home
- Must have a reliable working device (laptop/desktop)
- Should have a proper work-from-home setup (stable internet, quiet workspace)