SENIOR SOFTWARE TESTER

The Offer Work in a company with a solid track record of performance Opportunity to make a positive impact Fantastic work culture Ideal Candidate We are looking for a meticulous and experienced Senior Software Tester to join our QA team.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software testing, with a strong focus on ensuring high-quality software delivery.
You will be responsible for leading testing efforts, mentoring junior testers, and collaborating closely with development teams to identify and resolve software issues.
Key Responsibilities.
Test Planning.
Develop and maintain comprehensive test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on software requirements and specifications.
Test Execution.
Perform functional, regression, integration, system, and user acceptance testing across multiple platforms and environments.
Automation.
Design, implement, and maintain automated test scripts using industry-standard tools.
Defect Management.
Identify, document, and track software defects through the development lifecycle, ensuring issues are addressed promptly.
Quality Assurance.
Ensure that software meets business and quality requirements before release.
Collaboration.
Work closely with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to understand software requirements and design effective test strategies.
Mentoring.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior testers, sharing best practices and testing methodologies.
Performance Testing.
Conduct performance and load testing to identify potential bottlenecks or scalability issues.
Reporting.
Prepare detailed test reports, documenting test results, defects, and overall product quality.
Qualifications.
Education.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience.
5+ years of experience in software testing, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.
Experience in both manual and automated testing.
Certifications.
ISTQB certification or equivalent is preferred.
Required Skills.
Testing Tools.
Proficiency with automated testing tools such as  Selenium, QTP,  or  TestComplete.
Experience with performance testing tools like  JMeter  or  LoadRunner.
Bug Tracking.
Familiarity with bug tracking and test management tools like  JIRA, Bugzilla,  or  TestRail.
Scripting Languages.
Experience with scripting languages such as  Python, JavaScript,  or  VBScript  for automation.
Database Knowledge.
Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with database testing.
CI/CD Pipelines.
Understanding of continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices and tools like  Jenkins  or  GitLab CI.
Version Control.
Experience with version control systems such as  Git  or  SVN.
API Testing.
Proficiency in API testing using tools like  Postman  or  SoapUI.
Operating Systems.
Testing experience across multiple operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS).
Preferred Skills.
Agile Methodologies.
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
Mobile Testing.
Knowledge of mobile application testing on platforms like  Android  and  iOS.
Cloud Technologies.
Experience with cloud-based testing and deployment on platforms like  AWS  or  Azure.
Security Testing.
Basic understanding of security testing practices and tools.
Software Requirements.
Test Automation Frameworks.
Experience with frameworks such as  JUnit, TestNG,  or  Cucumber.
Integrated Development Environments (IDEs).
Familiarity with IDEs such as  Eclipse, IntelliJ IDEA,  or  Visual Studio.
Performance Monitoring.
Use of performance monitoring tools like  Dynatrace  or  New Relic  for performance testing and monitoring.
Additional Requirements.
Analytical Skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Communication.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Detail-Oriented.
Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
Leadership.
Ability to lead and motivate a team of testers.
Job Type.
Full-time Benefits.
Work from home The Profile You have at least 3 years experience, ideally within a Quality Assurance or Quality Assurance / Testing role.
You are a strong networker & relationship builder You are a strong team player who can manage multiple stakeholders You are highly goal driven and work well in fast paced environments The Employer Our client is a leading global technology company that integrates platforms to deliver productivity.
They combine strategy, design, and software engineering to help businesses succeed.