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 Specialist (Software Tester) - Hybrid
Location: Bellville
Salary:
There is an opportunity for an experienced Quality Assurance Specialist to join a collaborative software team delivering high-quality digital solutions for the agricultural export sector. The role involves testing web-based systems supporting logistics, financial processing, compliance, and supply chain traceability, while working closely with developers and business analysts to ensure software me...
11 days ago


Senior Tester / QA Specialist
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
59 days ago


Intermediate Automation Tester - Remote
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: R50K-R60K CTC
Pomona, Kempton Park
1 day ago


Senior Data Quality Automation Engineer / Data Test Analyst
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
16 days ago


Senior Functional Tester
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
18 days ago


Senior Automation Tester
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
43 days ago


Software Test Engineer (Embedded/Firmware)
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Market-related
A leading technology and manufacturing business is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join its team in Modderfontein.
88 days ago


QA Specialist
Location: Durban
Salary:
1 day ago


QA / QC Inspector
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
We are seeking an experienced qa/QC Inspector to support the manufacture and fabrication of engineering equipment on a contract basis (12 months) in Johannesburg
9 days ago


Odin Checkpoint Product & QA Coordinator
Location: Port Elizabeth
Salary: Market related
Ensuring the effective coordination, quality assurance, and delivery of development work, etc.
11 days ago