Entry Level Software Tester/QA

We are seeking a motivated Software QA / Test Engineer to join our technology team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for testing software applications, identifying defects, validating functionality, and helping ensure high-quality software releases. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level professional to develop hands-on experience in software testing and quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Create and execute test cases, test scenarios, and test scripts based on business and technical requirements.
• Perform functional, regression, integration, system, and user acceptance testing.
• Identify, document, track, and verify software defects using tools such as Jira or similar platforms.
• Work closely with developers, business analysts, and product teams to understand requirements and resolve issues.
• Perform API testing using tools such as Postman.
• Conduct basic database testing using SQL queries.
• Validate application functionality across different browsers, devices, and environments.
• Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies, sprint planning, and defect review meetings.
• Maintain clear documentation of test results, defects, and testing activities.
• Assist with developing and maintaining automated test scripts where applicable.
• Support CI/CD testing processes and help improve overall QA processes.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC).
• Knowledge of manual testing methodologies and QA processes.
• Understanding of functional and regression testing.
• Basic knowledge of SQL and databases.
• Familiarity with API testing and Postman.
• Knowledge of defect tracking tools such as Jira.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, or similar automation tools.
• Basic programming knowledge in Java, Python, or JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Familiarity with Git/GitHub.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions.
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Key Skills / Keywords

Software Testing, Quality Assurance, Manual Testing, Test Automation, Functional Testing, Regression Testing, Integration Testing, API Testing, Postman, Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, SQL, Jira, Test Cases, Test Scripts, Defect Tracking, SDLC, STLC, Agile, Scrum, Git, CI/CD, Java, Python, JavaScript, AWS, Azure.