Senior Software Quality Analyst (DBN)

You Bring:

• BSc, BCom, N.Dip
• At least 5 years of experience in a software testing role.
• ISTQB certifications are advantageous.

• Analysis and Design:You will examine documentation like business requirements and specifications. This review helps you derive appropriate test estimates and formulate a strategic test approach, ensuring thorough test coverage.
• Implementation: You are responsible for developing manual functional and API test cases that adhere to internal standards and best practices. This process is managed within a test management tool to maintain organisation and efficiency.
• Execution: You will execute tests using the relevant tools, ensuring that each test is conducted methodically and accurately.
• Defect Management: A key aspect of your role involves formally logging any defects found during testing. You will follow up on the progress of these defects and retest them once they are addressed.
• Retesting and Regression Testing: You are tasked with conducting both retesting and regression testing to ensure that software changes have not adversely affected existing functionality. This includes maintenance of the regression test pack.
• Reporting: You are responsible for creating test progress and test completion reports.
• Documentation and knowledge sharing: You will create documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing within the team. You will also be involved in conducting training sessions with the team to support upskilling efforts.
• Strategic Influence: Play an integral role in shaping the team's direction by implementing test process improvements that align with strategic objectives.
• Career Development: Act as a mentor for team members by offering guidance that aligns with the company's career framework, and advocate for team member promotions by recognising and nurturing their potential for growth. This includes providing input into performance appraisals.
• Team Coordination: Facilitate the organisation of team logistics, including the planning and coordination of team leave, timekeeping, remote work schedules, and provision of after-hours support.
• Team Expansion: You will play a supporting role in scaling the team to meet organisational needs. This involves participation in the interview process to assess and select candidates who align with our technical requirements and company culture. Your insights and evaluations will be key in making informed hiring decisions, contributing to the growth and strengthening of our quality assurance team.