Test Analyst

Randburg, Johannesburg
Contract
Full-time

15 days ago

As a Test Analyst, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our software applications. Your primary focus will be on: Designing and executing test cases for functional, regression, system, integration, and UAT testing. Identifying, tracking, and managing defects. Collaborating with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders. Working on both manual and automated testing to enhance product quality
Responsibilities and Duties

Develop, document, and execute test plans, test cases, and test scripts
Perform various types of testing: functional, regression, system, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT)
Identify, log, track, and manage defects using test management tools
Work closely with developers and business analysts to understand requirements and acceptance criteria
Ensure comprehensive test coverage aligned with business and project goals
Implement and maintain test automation frameworks for improved efficiency
Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning and retrospectives
Provide clear and concise test reports with risk analysis and quality metrics

Desired Experience & Qualification

Experience: 3-6 years of experience in software testing
Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with test management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Azure DevOps)
Automation: Knowledge of automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, Cypress, Playwright) is a plus
Testing Methodologies: Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and DevOps environments
Defect Management: Experience in identifying, logging, and tracking defects efficiently
Attention to Detail: Ability to identify edge cases and ensure thorough test coverage
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for documentation and reporting

Nice to Have

Experience with API testing (Postman, SoapUI, REST Assured)
Exposure to performance testing tools (JMeter, LoadRunner)

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