Testing Analyst

Job Title: Software Testing Analyst (QA Analyst)

Department: Information Technology

Reports To: IT Manager

Summary:

The Software Testing Analyst is a vital member of our quality assurance team, responsible for ensuring the quality and reliability of our software applications. This role involves designing, executing, and maintaining comprehensive test plans to identify and resolve defects throughout the software development lifecycle. The goal is to deliver high-quality software that meets user requirements and exceeds expectations.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Test Planning and Design:

• Develop detailed test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on software requirements, functional specifications, and technical designs.

• Determine test data requirements and prepare test data sets.

• Choose appropriate testing methodologies and approaches (functional, regression, integration, performance, usability, security, etc.).

• Test Execution:

• Execute test cases and scripts meticulously, recording results and identifying defects.

• Conduct thorough regression testing to ensure new code changes do not introduce regressions.

• Perform integration testing to verify seamless interaction between different software components and systems.

• Defect Management:

• Log and track defects using a defect tracking system.

• Collaborate with developers to reproduce, analyze, and isolate defects.

• Verify fixes and ensure defects are closed satisfactorily.

• Test Reporting:

• Prepare comprehensive test reports summarizing test results, defects, and overall software quality.

• Communicate test findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

• Test Automation (Optional):

• Explore and implement test automation tools and frameworks to improve testing efficiency and coverage.

Skillset and Qualifications:

• Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in software testing, preferably with web and mobile applications.

• Proven track record in designing and executing various types of software tests.

• Familiarity with testing methodologies, tools, and techniques.

• Technical Skills:

• Understanding of software development lifecycles (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.

• Basic knowledge of programming languages (e.g., Java, Python) and scripting (e.g., JavaScript).

• Experience with test management and defect tracking tools (e.g., JIRA, HP ALM, TestRail).

• Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Additional Desirable Qualifications:

• ISTQB Foundation Level certification or equivalent.

• Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, Appium, Cypress).

• Knowledge of performance testing and security testing.