QA Tester Job Description Template

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QA Tester Job Description Template

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Job Brief

We are looking for a QA Tester to assess software quality through manual and automated testing. You will be responsible for finding and reporting bugs and glitches.

In this role, you should have a keen eye for detail and excellent communication skills. If you are also competent in executing test cases and are passionate about quality, we’d like to meet you.

Ultimately, you will ensure that our products, applications and systems work correctly.

Responsibilities

  • Review and analyze system specifications
  • Collaborate with QA Engineers to develop effective strategies and test plans
  • Execute test cases (manual or automated) and analyze results
  • Evaluate product code according to specifications
  • Create logs to document testing phases and defects
  • Report bugs and errors to development teams
  • Help troubleshoot issues
  • Conduct post-release/ post-implementation testing
  • Work with cross-functional teams to ensure quality throughout the software development lifecycle

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Quality Assurance Tester or similar role
  • Experience in project management and QA methodology
  • Familiarity with Agile frameworks and regression testing is a plus
  • Ability to document and troubleshoot errors
  • Working knowledge of test management software (e.g. qTest, Zephyr) and SQL
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Analytical mind and problem-solving aptitude
  • Strong organizational skills
  • BSc/BA in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field

What does QA Tester do?

A QA (Quality Assurance) Tester is responsible for evaluating and ensuring the quality of software applications or products. On a day-to-day basis, a QA Tester typically performs the following tasks:

  1. Test Planning: Develop and document a test plan, including test scenarios and test cases, based on the software requirements.
  2. Test Execution: Execute tests following the test plan, using various testing techniques like functional testing, regression testing, performance testing, security testing, etc.
  3. Bug Reporting: Identify and report issues or bugs found during testing using a bug tracking system. Clearly document steps to reproduce the bug and provide all necessary information to the development team.
  4. Test Documentation: Create and maintain test documentation, including test cases, test scripts, and test data.
  5. Test Environment Setup: Set up and configure the test environment, including software, hardware, and network configurations.
  6. Test Data Management: Manage and maintain the test data required for testing activities, ensuring test data is up to date and relevant.
  7. Collaboration: Collaborate with other team members, including developers, business analysts, and project managers, to ensure clear communication and understanding of software requirements, issues, and project goals.
  8. Test Automation: Participate in test automation efforts, including developing automated test scripts and running automated tests.
  9. Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in testing processes and contribute to the development and implementation of best practices and process improvements.
  10. Documentation Review: Review technical and functional documentation to ensure accuracy and identify any inconsistencies or gaps.

These tasks may vary depending on the specific project, development methodology, and organizational structure.

QA Tester Job Description Examples

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