QA Tester

 

A QA Tester (Quality Assurance Tester) also known as a software engineer, tests out new and existing software. If you share an interest in becoming a QA tester, search below for more information and learn a QA tester's roles and responsibilities and find a career in software engineering today.

What is a QA Tester?

A QA tester, is a software engineer that tests websites and software while they are being developed or tests existing software and websites. Their role is to improve the quality of the website and software, improving any malfunctions or flaws found on a website or software.

 

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QA Tester Job Description

QA Tester Job Overview

QA testers generally work alongside software and website developers in companies to test software and websites while they are in the development stages. Their job is mainly to test out the quality of software and websites and ensure that software and websites function seamlessly. QA testers are also responsible for tracking all design processes and implementation of a company’s information or products on a website. The role also requires them to develop plans to test software and websites.

Responsibilities of a QA Tester

• Carry’s out test cases
• documents and assess test results
• Monitors imperfections and troubleshoot problems
• Reviews test procedures
• Improves quality of website and software
• Tests software and websites
• Executing manual tests
• Setting quality standards

QA Tester Qualifications

To become a QA tester, a Bachelor’s degree is needed, QA testers study computer science, business or computer applications as well as software engineering. 2 years of experience in the industry is needed.

Skills needed:

• Teamwork skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Flexibility
• Good communication skills
• Powerful skills in IT
• Problem-solving skills
• Time management skills
• Paying attention to detail

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QA Tester Jobs currently open:

QA/ Tester
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Negotiable
qa/ tester
1 day ago


Intermediate QA Tester
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 30 000 Monthly
Are you a qa professional with experience in both Manual and Automation Testing? Join a fast-paced technology environment where quality is at the heart of every delivery. 
22 days ago


QA/ Software Tester.
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Negotiable on experience
Tertiary qualification. Strong experience in manual, functional and regression testing. Experience in UAT and API testing.
1 day ago


Intermediate QA
Location: Cape Town
Salary: 600 000 Annually
Ready to join a team where quality matters, your input is valued, and your career can keep moving forward? My client is looking for an Intermediate qa tester who enjoys solving problems, improving software quality, and working alongside talented technology professionals in a collaborative remote environment. This is an opportunity to work with a business that invests in its people, encourages...
9 days ago


Software Tester
Location: South Africa
Salary:
We're building our network of Software testers for exciting opportunities across fintech, SaaS, e-commerce, telecommunications, and enterprise environments. If you're passionate about software quality, detail-oriented, and enjoy identifying issues before they reach production, we'd love to hear from you.
4 days ago


Data Engineering Test Analyst/BI Tester - Cape Town-Hybrid-12 month contract
Location: Cape Town
Salary: Market related
Data, Engineering, Test, Analyst, BI, tester, Cape, Town, Hybrid, 12, month, contract,
8 days ago


L100/L200 QA/Test Engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
Our client in the Telecommunications sector is seeking a L100/L200 qa/Test Engineer on a contract duration of 6 months.Role OverviewWe are seeking experienced L100/L200 qa/Test Engineers for contract opportunities in South Africa. The ideal candidates will have strong hands-on software testing experience, particularly in functional, integration and regression testing, with a preference for candida...
17 days ago


📋 2027 Internship – Document Control & Quality Assurance (QA)
Location: Centurion
Salary:
📋 2027 Internship – Document Control & Quality Assurance (qa)📍 Location: Centurion, Gauteng🏢 Department: Document Control & Quality Assurance💼 Opportunity: Internship | Practical Workplace Experience📅 Closing Date: 20 November 2026Start Your Career in Engineering Documentation and Quality Assurance!Are you organised, detail-oriented and interested in working in a struc...
7 days ago


QA/QC Inspector Level 2
Location: Non Sa
Salary:
qa/QC INSPECTOR LEVEL 2 | DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO (DRC)
14 days ago


QA/QC Specialist - Furniture
Location: Durban
Salary: Market related
A leading homeware importer and supplier in Durban is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented qa/QC Specialist to join their team.
15 days ago