1. Test Planning: Develop test plans, test cases, and test strategies based on software requirements and specifications.
2. Test Execution: Execute test cases and document test results. Identify and report defects or issues to the development team.
3. Test Automation: Develop and maintain automated test scripts to improve testing efficiency and coverage.
4. Regression Testing: Conduct regression testing to ensure that new software releases do not negatively impact existing functionality.
5. Performance Testing: Perform performance testing to evaluate the system's responsiveness, scalability, and stability under different conditions.
6. Compatibility Testing: Verify software compatibility with various operating systems, devices, and browsers.
7. User Acceptance Testing (UAT): Collaborate with stakeholders to conduct UAT to ensure the software meets business requirements.
8. Defect Management: Track and manage defects using defect tracking tools, ensuring they are appropriately prioritized and resolved.
9. Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and enhance the QA process to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
10. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, product managers, and project managers, to ensure high-quality software delivery.
11. Documentation: Prepare comprehensive test documentation, including test plans, test cases, and test reports.
Skills Required:
1. Testing Knowledge: Strong understanding of software testing principles, methodologies, and best practices.
2. Defect Tracking: Familiarity with defect tracking tools such as Jira, or similar.
3. Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze software requirements and design effective test cases to ensure comprehensive coverage.
4. Communication: Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and articulate testing results to stakeholders.
5. Attention to Detail: Meticulousness in test execution and defect reporting.
6. Adaptability: Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment and handle changing priorities.
7. Continuous Learning: Willingness to stay up-to-date with industry trends, testing techniques, and new tools.
Good to have:
1. Test Automation: Experience with test automation tools and frameworks like Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, or similar.
2. Programming Skills: Proficiency in JavaScript to create automated test scripts.