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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.

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.

Technical/Business Competence

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

Behavioural Competence

Adapting and Responding to Change
Analysing
Applying Expertise and Technology
Formulating Strategies and Concepts
Writing and Reporting

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Proven experience in internal sales, preferably in the information technology industry with a focus on hardware solutions.

Deep knowledge of hardware products, including servers, workstations, networking equipment, storage solutions, and peripherals.

Strong sales and negotiation skills, with a track record of successfully closing deals and achieving sales targets.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish long-term relationships with clients.

Ability to understand and articulate technical concepts to non-technical audiences effectively.

Self-motivated and results-driven, with a proactive mindset and a strong desire for personal and professional growth.

Proficiency in using Autotask and other sales tools to manage customer relationships and track sales activities would be advantages, but can be taught.

Exceptional organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment and adapt to changing business needs.

Salary: Basic R10K to R20K (based on experience) plus generous commission incentive.

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